Civil Engineer-In-Training (EIT)- Forestry

AKS Engineering & Forestry, LLC•Tualatin, OR

23h•Onsite

About The Position

AKS is hiring a Civil Engineer-In-Training (EIT) for its Forestry team in the Tualatin office. This role is intended for someone with a degree in Forestry Engineering and a few years of experience who is ready to grow as both an engineer and a consultant. The EIT will collaborate with principals and multidisciplinary task leads on a variety of forestry projects, gaining exposure to different project types, clients, and markets while developing consulting skills. The role involves designing access roads, utilities, stormwater systems, and culverts; preparing calculations, designs, reports, and project submittals; using Civil 3D for drafting and design tasks; and coordinating with in-house teams, subconsultants, clients, agencies, and other stakeholders. The position offers hands-on training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Forestry Engineering or equivalent.
EIT certification and active progress toward PE licensure.
1 to 5 years of civil design experience.
Intermediate Civil 3D skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to coordinate across teams, clients, and agencies.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Ability to take ownership and deliver high-quality work on time and within budget.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Interest in developing into a well-rounded consultant.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with HydroCAD or other hydrologic modeling software for stormwater modeling and analysis.
Proficiency with Bluebeam for reviewing and marking up plans and documents.
Skill in building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, agencies, and team members.
Enjoyment of mentoring and supporting junior staff.
Growing project management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Design low-volume access roads and utilities in accordance with state, county, and city standards.
Perform hydrology and hydraulic calculations for stormwater management system design.
Design culvert plans and ensure technical calculations are included.
Prepare stormwater runoff calculations, designs, and reports.
Coordinate with in-house teams and external subconsultants to keep projects moving smoothly.
Use Civil 3D for drafting tasks, including importing points, creating linework, setting up and adjusting alignments, grading, performing earthwork calculations, and managing survey points.
Generate and compile submittal packages for land use applications, construction plans, survey records, and other project needs.
Engage with clients, agencies, and project stakeholders.
Take ownership of delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.
Support project teams and customers by stepping in where needed.
Support the growth of junior staff, as appropriate.