The Role
At AKS, we are growing and building for the future. We bring together multidisciplined experts across the land development, energy, and infrastructure markets to take on bigger challenges and deliver solutions that make a real difference. Our teams combine creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative, hands-on approach to solve complex problems and deliver results our clients and communities can count on. We take pride in our work and our ability to provide opportunities for our teams, support each other’s growth, and look ahead to what’s next. When you join AKS, you will find opportunities to take ownership of meaningful projects, learn, lead, and make an impact from day one.
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
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:
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
- Serve as Engineer of Record on-site development projects and stamp final deliverables.
- Lead design of grading, stormwater, utilities, and roadway infrastructure.
- Prepare technical drawings, reports, and permit submittals.
- Coordinate with clients, agency reviewers, and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.
- Mentor and review the work of EITs and junior engineers.
- Conduct occasional site visits and attend client meetings as needed.
- A licensed PE in Washington or Oregon (or able to obtain reciprocity quickly).
- A civil engineer with 5–10 years of experience in land development.
- Proficient with Civil 3D or similar design tools.
- Detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple active projects.
- An effective communicator—both written and verbal.
- Committed to delivering high-quality work on time and on budget.
- MicroStation/InRoads experience.
- Familiarity with local agency design standards.
- Experience mentoring junior staff.
- Prior experience working on commercial, industrial, or mixed-use developments.
- Interest in business development or future project management.
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:
- 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.
- Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
- 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.
- 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.
- Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates—we believe food brings people together.
- Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
- 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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The Company
What We Do
AKS is a consulting engineering firm that provides civil engineering and additional complementary services. With offices focused in Oregon and SW Washington. We work on a wide range of projects from public infrastructure to private development of subdivisions, commercial sites, industrial, education, medical facilities, and more. We value talent and initiative, and we put these qualities to work for our clients in an environment that cultivates professional growth and strong connections to the communities where we live and work. We are always looking for good people to join our team. Check out our website to get a feel of who we are, what we do, and the possibilities that await you!
