AKS Engineering & Forestry

Civil Engineer - Land Development (PE)

AKS Engineering & Forestry, Kirkland

At AKS Engineering & Forestry, we’re all about building better communities—literally. We help shape neighborhoods, create spaces for businesses, and design the infrastructure that makes life better for everyone. As a locally owned firm, we’ve spent the past 30 years partnering with public and private clients to deliver high-quality engineering solutions across the Pacific Northwest.

This is your chance to play a key technical role in land development projects that shape the Pacific Northwest. As a licensed Professional Engineer, you’ll take the lead on design work for commercial, industrial, residential, and public infrastructure projects. You’ll collaborate with a tight-knit team of engineers, planners, and surveyors—all working together to deliver smart, efficient solutions to our clients.

What You’ll Do

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Serve as Engineer of Record on-site development projects and stamp final deliverables.
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Lead design of grading, stormwater, utilities, and roadway infrastructure.
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Prepare technical drawings, reports, and permit submittals.
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Coordinate with clients, agency reviewers, and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.
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Mentor and review the work of EITs and junior engineers.
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Conduct occasional site visits and attend client meetings as needed.
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Who You Are

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A licensed PE in Washington or Oregon (or able to obtain reciprocity quickly).
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A civil engineer with 5–10 years of experience in land development.
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Proficient with Civil 3D or similar design tools.
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Detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple active projects.
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An effective communicator—both written and verbal.
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Committed to delivering high-quality work on time and on budget.
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Nice to Have

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MicroStation/InRoads experience.
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Familiarity with local agency design standards.
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Experience mentoring junior staff.
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Prior experience working on commercial, industrial, or mixed-use developments.
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Interest in business development or future project management.
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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:

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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.
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Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
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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.
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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.
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Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates—we believe food brings people together.
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Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
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A Place People Love to Work: We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces in Oregon and Washington year after year—for good reason.
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Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.