Temporary Civil Engineer Student Jobs in Washington

Civil Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a Civil Engineer to join a collaborative and well-established team with a strong reputation in the region. While our primary need is in our Germantown, MD office, we are very open to considering candidates located anywhere throughout Maryland who are excited about contributing to impactful land development projects.

In this role, you’ll be involved in a variety of project components, including stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, storm drain design, and right-of-way improvements—while working closely with both internal teams and external partners.

What You’ll Do

• Design and prepare engineering documents for stormwater management, sediment erosion control, and storm drain systems
• Perform technical calculations and manage standard design tasks
• Support and collaborate with Design Engineers and Technicians
• Work independently on assignments while maintaining high-quality standards
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, internal teams, and external consultants

What We’re Looking For

• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite
• 3–5 years of experience using Civil 3D on land development projects
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities

Additional Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering
• EIT (or actively working toward licensure within the next year) preferred
• Experience in roadway design, grading, stormwater management, and sewer systems
• Interest in growing into a project management role over time

Work Environment & Culture

You’ll be joining a respected firm with over 50 years of success, known for its supportive, close-knit culture and engaging team environment. With approximately 250 employees across offices in DC, Northern Virginia, and Germantown, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate across teams while still feeling connected.

The role offers a hybrid schedule of three days in-office (location flexible with approval), along with team outings and a strong sense of community. Projects range from K-12 to light commercial and industrial developments, providing a diverse and engaging workload.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Germantown, MD.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/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 Germantown,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026.

About Actalent

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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