Entry Level Developer Jobs in Meriden, CT (NOW HIRING)

Are you a new graduate or early-career civil engineer ready to make an impact? Join our team and gain hands-on experience working on exciting land development and site development projects. In this role, you’ll collaborate with experienced engineers, build your technical skillset, and grow into a key contributor on meaningful projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for entry-level candidates or recent graduates looking to develop real-world engineering experience in a supportive, team-driven environment.

• Contribute to the design of land and site development projects, with increasing independence as your skills grow
• Perform engineering calculations and analyses to support project design decisions
• Assist in preparing site plans, reports, and permit documentation
• Use tools like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and hydrologic modeling software to solve design challenges related to grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater
• Work closely with drafters to translate concepts into detailed technical drawings
• Research applicable codes, standards, and design options, and summarize findings clearly
• Support project managers with task tracking, budgeting, and coordination
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and actively incorporate feedback into your work
• Take on increasing responsibility and ownership of design tasks as you develop professionally

✅ Education Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Open to recent graduates and candidates with 0–3 years of experience
• Exposure to land development or site development is a plus, but not required

✅ Technical Skills

• Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D
• Understanding of grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater design
• Ability to perform basic engineering calculations and apply engineering principles

✅ Additional Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• FE Exam passed or EIT certification
• Experience with HydroCAD, StormCAD, or similar tools
• Interest in pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

✅ Core Competencies

• Strong attention to detail
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and take on new challenges

• Career Growth: Structured mentorship and hands-on learning opportunities
• Supportive Team: Work alongside experienced engineers who are invested in your success
• Skill Development: Exposure to real projects and industry-standard tools
• Flexible Work Model: Hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 remote)
• Collaborative Environment: A culture that encourages learning, innovation, and professional advancement

This hybrid role is based out of our Plainville or Poughkeepsie office, where you’ll collaborate with engineers, drafters, and project managers in a professional, team-oriented setting. You’ll spend time working with advanced design software while contributing to projects that shape communities.

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

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)

This is a hybrid position in Plainville,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 2026.

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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.

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