Entry Level Civil Project Engineer Jobs
New grad civil project engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a portfolio of academic projects can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Government & Public Sector, with employers like Westwood Professional Services, Kimley-Horn, and The Mannik & Smith Group hiring at this level now.
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Job Category: Engineering / Science
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Energy Delivery
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Oakland
Department Overview
The hardworking coworkers of Electric Engineering ensure all manners of electric engineering—including electric standards and process safety, electric design engineering, instrumentation testing and controls, undergrounding, electric regulatory compliance and electric investment planning—are in place to safely enable a strategic and stable workplan for our Electric Operations partners. Our organization is accountable for program planning, financial budgeting, and project execution and delivery of all electric engineering projects. Electric Engineering is comprised of approximately 2,000 coworkers.
The Civil Engineering and Design team in Electric Engineering is responsible for civil engineering work for PG&E’s transmission poles and towers. Civil design includes, but not limited to, structure and foundation analysis and design, as well as reviewing and developing civil drawings.
Position Summary
This position is represented by Engineers and Scientists of California (ESC) subject to collective bargaining.
Under supervision and with latitude for independent action or decision, this entry-level position performs engineering work on a professional level in design of engineering jobs, projects, or parts thereof.
This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and your assigned work location based on business need. The a ssigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory.
PG&E is providing the hourly rate range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual hourly rate paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreement, and internal equity.
Under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement, the hourly rate range for this position is $44.70 to $74.42, subject to collectively bargained wage increases.​
Job Responsibilities
Actively promote safe practices and conduct in accordance with the Corporate Safety policy. Prepares designs, calculations, drawings, layouts and/or studies from field inspections, preliminary sketches, rough diagrams, specifications, and/or instructions requiring knowledge of engineering practices and shop and field procedures. Participate in field reviews and discuss project objectives with other stakeholders in engineering, construction, operations and maintenance. Checks drawings, designs, and others’ work. Prepare construction drawings using MicroStation and PLS CADD software. You will use a variety of design tools, including but not limited to MicroStation for drawing development, SAP2000, PLS Tower, PLS POLE, and L-PILE for structural analysis and design. Foster teamwork & innovation and embrace new approaches to accomplish our work more efficiently and effectively. Travel 10% of the time.
Qualifications
Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or graduating with a BS in civil or structural engineering by June 2026; or, its equivalent in education and experience to include education and design drafting experience totaling six years; or education and experience totaling four years including two years at PG&E as a Design Drafter or Senior Design Drafter Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License by Day 1 of hire
Desired: Experience in structural engineering MS degree in Civil or Structural Engineering EIT or PE License Experience in PLS-TOWER
Job Category: Engineering / Science
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Energy Delivery
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Oakland
Department Overview
The hardworking coworkers of Electric Engineering ensure all manners of electric engineering—including electric standards and process safety, electric design engineering, instrumentation testing and controls, undergrounding, electric regulatory compliance and electric investment planning—are in place to safely enable a strategic and stable workplan for our Electric Operations partners. Our organization is accountable for program planning, financial budgeting, and project execution and delivery of all electric engineering projects. Electric Engineering is comprised of approximately 2,000 coworkers.
The Civil Engineering and Design team in Electric Engineering is responsible for civil engineering work for PG&E’s transmission poles and towers. Civil design includes, but not limited to, structure and foundation analysis and design, as well as reviewing and developing civil drawings.
Position Summary
This position is represented by Engineers and Scientists of California (ESC) subject to collective bargaining.
Under supervision and with latitude for independent action or decision, this entry-level position performs engineering work on a professional level in design of engineering jobs, projects, or parts thereof.
This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and your assigned work location based on business need. The a ssigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory.
PG&E is providing the hourly rate range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual hourly rate paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreement, and internal equity.
Under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement, the hourly rate range for this position is $44.70 to $74.42, subject to collectively bargained wage increases.​
Job Responsibilities
Actively promote safe practices and conduct in accordance with the Corporate Safety policy. Prepares designs, calculations, drawings, layouts and/or studies from field inspections, preliminary sketches, rough diagrams, specifications, and/or instructions requiring knowledge of engineering practices and shop and field procedures. Participate in field reviews and discuss project objectives with other stakeholders in engineering, construction, operations and maintenance. Checks drawings, designs, and others’ work. Prepare construction drawings using MicroStation and PLS CADD software. You will use a variety of design tools, including but not limited to MicroStation for drawing development, SAP2000, PLS Tower, PLS POLE, and L-PILE for structural analysis and design. Foster teamwork & innovation and embrace new approaches to accomplish our work more efficiently and effectively. Travel 10% of the time.
Qualifications
Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or graduating with a BS in civil or structural engineering by June 2026; or, its equivalent in education and experience to include education and design drafting experience totaling six years; or education and experience totaling four years including two years at PG&E as a Design Drafter or Senior Design Drafter Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License by Day 1 of hire
Desired: Experience in structural engineering MS degree in Civil or Structural Engineering EIT or PE License Experience in PLS-TOWER
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Entry Level Civil Project Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level civil project engineer job?
Focus on internship experience, senior capstone projects, or any field work that shows you can apply engineering principles on a real site. Employers at this level look for familiarity with AutoCAD or Civil 3D, a basic grasp of project scheduling, and the ability to read construction documents. Tailoring your resume to each posting and highlighting relevant coursework strengthens your application when your professional experience is still limited.
Which companies hire entry level civil project engineers?
Companies hiring entry level civil project engineers right now include Westwood Professional Services, Kimley-Horn, and The Mannik & Smith Group, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring covers large engineering and construction firms, regional infrastructure contractors, and public-sector agencies that routinely bring on recent graduates for project support and field roles.
Are there remote entry level civil project engineer jobs?
Yes, though most civil project engineer roles at this level require some on-site presence. About 15% of entry level civil project engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions tend to involve design, documentation, or project coordination tasks rather than field construction supervision.
Are these new grad civil project engineer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior civil project engineer roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and treats internships, co-ops, or a strong academic portfolio as qualifying credentials. Look for postings that list a bachelor's degree as the primary requirement without demanding years of independent project management.
Which industries hire the most entry level civil project engineers?
Entry Level civil project engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Government & Public Sector, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because they rely on a steady pipeline of new graduates to staff infrastructure projects, site development work, and long-term construction programs that need junior engineers for field support and technical documentation.