Civil Project Engineer I-II (Portland)

Discipline: Civil Engineering

Location: Portland, OR

We appreciate your interest in Mackenzie!

We have an immediate opening for Civil Project Engineers based in our Portland office. Applicants shall have at least 4, and up to 15, years of experience in civil engineering design and have interest in site and public infrastructure design, sustainability, and development services.

This position will be involved in wide variety of project types, striving to integrate design and develop projects from conceptual planning to coordination of project efforts and through to approvals of design and construction. Specific, current knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D is required.

Licensed individuals are preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the project manager or project lead in delivering projects from conceptual planning through design, agency approvals, and construction.
• Perform engineering design, technical analysis, and research on project-specific code, standards, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Assist with planning, organizing, and coordinating project tasks, schedules, and deliverables with the project team.
• Participate in coordination with clients, consultants, and agency staff to support project vision, technical solutions, and permit approvals.
• Provide day-to-day technical guidance and mentorship to junior civil staff under the direction of the project manager or project lead.
• Review drawings, calculations, and reports prepared by junior staff to ensure quality and consistency with project goals.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in civil/site infrastructure design; large-scale site development experience preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a project team, taking technical ownership of assigned tasks and work packages.
• Experience coordinating with internal team members and external consultants; client and agency interaction experience preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills when working with clients, firm staff, and agency personnel.
• Licensure, or ability to be licensed, in Washington, Oregon, and/or California, is required

Salary Range

$100,000 to $135,000

At Mackenzie, we work a hybrid office schedule; all staff work in-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with an option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

At Mackenzie, we invest in the well-being of our employees, both in and outside the workplace. Over the course of 60+ years in business, Mackenzie has created a vibrant employee culture.

By providing support for young families, and a transition plan for those nearing retirement, we nurture professional development through every stage of a long career.

We foster an active culture, engaging in our community and taking advantage of local sports, recreational, and cultural events.

Mackenzie offers a comprehensive total-rewards package designed to support long-term career growth and performance:

• Employer-funded 401(k) contribution of historically 15% of your total annual gross compensation (including base salary and bonuses). No employee contribution is required to receive this benefit. A vesting period applies.
• Mackenzie is a 100% employee-owned firm. Equity participation may be offered over time to high-performing employees whose roles and contributions support ownership eligibility.
• Performance-Based Bonus Programs
• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance Coverage
• Cigna Traditional PPO
• Cigna High-Deductible Health Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health
• Dependent Care
• Paid Time Off
• Typical Paid Holidays
• Two Floater Holidays
• 18 days of Paid Time Off earned per year
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Transportation Benefits Options
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance Options through Mutual of Omaha