At AKS, we are growing and building for the future. We bring together multidisciplined experts across the land development, energy, and infrastructure markets to take on bigger challenges and deliver solutions that make a real difference. Our teams combine creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative, hands-on approach to solve complex problems and deliver results our clients and communities can count on. We take pride in our work and our ability to provide opportunities for our teams, support each other’s growth, and look ahead to what’s next. When you join AKS, you will find opportunities to take ownership of meaningful projects, learn, lead, and make an impact from day one.
We have immediate openings for Civil Engineers-In-Training (EIT) across our Tualatin, Bend, Keizer, Vancouver, and Seattle offices. At AKS, we're not just building great engineers; we're building great consultants. This is the perfect opportunity for someone with a few years of experience and their EIT or EI certification who is ready to take the next step — not just as an engineer, but as a consultant. In this role, you will collaborate with our principals and multidisciplinary task leads on a diverse mix of private site development and public works projects, gaining exposure across different project types, clients, and markets to develop well-rounded consulting skills from the ground up.
What You’ll Do
- Design streets and utilities in line with state, county, and city standards.
- Run hydrology/hydraulic calculations for designing stormwater management systems.
- Perform plan and callout reviews to ensure all technical calculations are present.
- Prepare stormwater run-off calculations, designs, and reports.
- Work closely with both our in-house team and external subconsultants to keep projects running smoothly.
- Use Civil 3D for drafting tasks, including importing points, creating line work, setting up and adjusting alignments, grading, running earthwork calculations, and managing survey points.
- Generate and compile submittal packages for land use applications, construction plans, survey records, and more.
- Engage directly with clients, agencies, and project stakeholders to develop your consulting presence and client management skills.
Who You Are
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or equivalent with EIT certification and actively working toward PE licensure.
- 1 to 5 years of civil design experience, ideally with growing project management responsibilities.
- You have a "Do what needs to be done" mindset, taking ownership beyond assigned tasks and stepping in wherever needed to keep projects, teams, and customers supported and running smoothly.
- Intermediate skills in Civil 3D and proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate across teams, clients, and agencies.
- Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines and keep projects moving efficiently.
- Takes ownership of delivering high-quality work on time and within budget — a "do what needs to be done" mindset, stepping in wherever needed to keep projects and teams running smoothly.
- A strong team player who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
- Excited about growing into a well-rounded consultant — not just a technical specialist — and wants exposure to different project types, clients, and challenges.
Nice to Have
- Familiar with HydroCAD or other hydro-modelling software for stormwater modeling and analysis.
- Proficient with Bluebeam for reviewing and marking up plans and documents.
- Skilled at building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, agencies, and team members.
- Enjoys mentoring and supporting the growth of junior staff.
Why AKS?
At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team:
- Meaningful Growth: Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
- Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
- Respect for Your Time: We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
- Benefits That Care: You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
- Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together.
- Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
- A Place People Love to Work: We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year.
Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, celebrates initiative, and is committed to doing things the right way for our employees, clients, and communities.