Entry Level Civil Engineer

Actalent • Plainville, CT • 1h ago

Civil Engineer (Entry-Level / Recent Graduates Welcome)

Start your engineering career with hands-on experience, real projects, and a team that invests in your growth.

What You'll Do

As an entry-level civil engineer, you'll jump right into real-world projects and build your skills from day one. You'll:

Help design land and site development projects while gradually taking on more responsibility

Perform engineering calculations that directly impact design decisions

Assist in creating site plans, reports, and permit applications

Use tools like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and hydrologic modeling software to tackle challenges in grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater

Partner with drafters to bring concepts to life through detailed plans and drawings

Research codes, regulations, and design approaches-and clearly communicate your findings

Support project managers with coordination, scheduling, and project tracking

Collaborate with experienced engineers and contribute your ideas in a team environment

Grow into ownership of design tasks as your confidence and skills develop

What We're Looking For Education & Early Career Background

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Open to recent grads and candidates with 0-3 years of experience

Internship or academic exposure to land/site development is a plus (but not required!)

Technical Foundations

Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D

Basic understanding of grading, drainage, utilities, or stormwater design

Ability to apply engineering principles and perform calculations

Nice-to-Have (We'll Help You Grow These!)

FE Exam passed or working toward EIT certification

Exposure to HydroCAD, StormCAD, or similar software

Interest in pursuing your Professional Engineer (PE) license

What Sets You Apart

Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

Team player with solid communication skills

Curious mindset and enthusiasm for problem-solving

Motivation to grow and take on new challenges

Why Join Us?

Launch Your Career

Structured mentorship and real project experience from day one

Supportive Team Culture

Work alongside engineers who are invested in your success

Build In-Demand Skills

Gain hands-on experience with industry tools and real clients

Flexible Work Model

Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote

Room to Grow

Clear path for development, skill-building, and advancement

Work Environment

This role is based out of our Plainville or Poughkeepsie office, where you'll collaborate with a tight-knit, multidisciplinary team. You'll work on meaningful projects that shape communities, all while building your technical expertise in a supportive and professional setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plainville, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.65 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Plainville,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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