Top 40 Civil engineer entry level Jobs in Columbus

Civil Engineer
Actalent —New Albany, OH
- $36.06 an hour
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Quality control
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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Civil Engineer - Transportation/Roadway/Bridge Engineer
Everforth —Columbus, OH
- $70,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- US work authorization
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CIVIL ENGINEER, EI – COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT
EMH&T —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Bridge Associate Engineer, Entry Level
Michael Baker International —Columbus, OH
- $62,267 - $89,898 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Entry-Level Civil Engineer
GPD Group —Columbus, OH
- Office
- Microsoft Office
- Driver's License
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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Entry Level Transportation Engineer
DLZ Corporation —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
Entry Level Transportation Engineer
The Mannik & Smith Group —Columbus, OH
- $33 - $41 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- Civil Engineering
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Engineer
Collins Engineers, Inc —Columbus, OH
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- Office
- Master's degree
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CIVIL ENGINEER, EI - PUBLIC WORKS
EMH&T —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Management
- Analysis skills
- Project management
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Traffic Engineer, Entry Level
Burgess & Niple —Columbus, OH
- Civil engineering
- Bachelor of Science
- Analysis skills
Construction Engineer I (Temp-to-Hire)
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbus, OH
- $29.78 - $37.23 an hour
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
- Engineering
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CIVIL ENGINEER, EI - INDUSTRIAL AND LOGISTICS
EMH&T —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- Writing skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Field Engineer
Mt. Carmel Stabilization Group, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Bachelor of Science
- Laboratory experience
General Engineer
US Defense Logistics Agency —Whitehall, OH
- $93,400 - $121,422 a year
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Construction site
- Engineering
- Pass drug screening
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Field Engineer
Hensel Phelps Construction Co —Columbus, OH
- $74,100 - $81,900 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Structural Engineer - Power (Multiple Locations)
Burns & McDonnell —Columbus, OH
- $100,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
- 401(k)
- Employee stock ownership plan
Entry Level Construction Engineer - C.J. Mahan Construction Company - Grove City, OH (On-site)
C J Mahan Construction Company LLC —Grove City, OH
- Construction site
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Civil | Site Design Project Engineer
Allied Environmental Services, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Customer service
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Civil | Site Design Project Engineer
CTL Engineering —Columbus, OH
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Customer service
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Bridge Engineer
GAI Consultants Inc —Columbus, OH
- Construction site
- Bachelor of Science
- Laboratory experience
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Civil Engineer

Actalent -
New Albany, OH

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Job Details

Contract
$36.06 an hour
2 days ago

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Erosion control
Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Full Job Description

Job Title: Civil Engineer
Job Description

Supports civil engineering and geotechnical activities for utility infrastructure projects, including electric transmission, distribution, substation, and renewable energy developments. This role combines civil site design and geotechnical support, assisting with field investigations, foundation design inputs, and preparation of engineering documentation under the guidance of senior engineers.

Responsibilities

Assist in performing civil engineering design for utility site development, including grading, drainage, erosion control, and site layout.
Support geotechnical engineering efforts related to utility infrastructure such as substations, transmission lines, and related civil works.
Monitor geotechnical drilling activities and field investigations, ensuring data quality and adherence to project requirements.
Prepare and document soil boring logs based on field data and drilling observations.
Assist with the development of geotechnical reports, including interpretation of subsurface conditions and engineering recommendations.
Support foundation design efforts by reviewing soil data and providing input into design calculations (e.g., drilled shafts, spread footings, shallow foundations).
Coordinate with civil, geotechnical, and electrical engineering teams to support multidisciplinary project delivery.
Assist in preparing engineering calculations, technical reports, drawings, and design documentation.
Participate in site visits, field inspections, and constructability reviews as needed.
Apply applicable industry codes, standards, and safety requirements in all design and field activities.
Support QA/QC processes by incorporating feedback and ensuring accuracy of deliverables.

Essential Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
Zero to two years of experience in civil engineering (internships/co-ops acceptable).
Skills in civil site design, including grading, drainage, and erosion control.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 6–12 months.
Exposure to civil site design, grading, drainage, or land development.
Familiarity with utility or infrastructure projects such as electric, gas, telecom, or water.

Work Environment

The work environment is an engineering office that is quiet in nature. The dress code is business casual, and teamwork is highly encouraged and happens frequently.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of New Albany, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $36.06/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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in New Albany,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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