Staff Engineer (Entry Level)

RH2 Engineering • East Wenatchee, WA

5d • $35

About The Position

As a Staff Engineer (0-4 years of experience), you will collaborate with a team of experienced professionals working on meaningful public infrastructure projects that improve water, wastewater, transportation and environmental systems. At RH2, you will find a culture that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and collaborative problem-solving.
What You Will Do:
Apply your engineering education to real-world challenges while receiving mentorship and training from experienced engineers
Gather data and support technical analysis for planning, design, and construction of civil infrastructure projects
Perform entry-level design calculations, assist in report development, and prepare base maps using survey data
Participate in field visits and construction observations with guidance from your project team
Revise reports, plans, and visual materials based on feedback from your supervisor
Gain hands-on experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, hydraulic modeling tools, and other specialized software
Support projects involving public water, wastewater, stormwater, irrigation, and transportation infrastructure
Work across offices and disciplines to contribute to multi-office project teams
Engage in a supportive team culture that encourages asking questions, solving problems, and growing professionally

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Strong academic record, and demonstrated intellectual curiosity preferred
• Internship or co-op experience in the engineering or public works industry is a plus
• Motivation to learn, adapt, and contribute across a variety of project types
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Organized, responsive, and able to balance multiple responsibilities in a team environment
• Genuine interest in public sector infrastructure design and community-focused solutions
• EIT certification within 1 year required; completed EIT preferred
• Desire to pursue PE licensure within 4–5 years
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

• Internship or co-op experience in the engineering or public works industry is a plus
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, and modeling software is a plus but not required
• Experience with PDF editing tools is helpful but not required

Responsibilities

• Apply your engineering education to real-world challenges while receiving mentorship and training from experienced engineers
• Gather data and support technical analysis for planning, design, and construction of civil infrastructure projects
• Perform entry-level design calculations, assist in report development, and prepare base maps using survey data
• Participate in field visits and construction observations with guidance from your project team
• Revise reports, plans, and visual materials based on feedback from your supervisor
• Gain hands-on experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, hydraulic modeling tools, and other specialized software
• Support projects involving public water, wastewater, stormwater, irrigation, and transportation infrastructure
• Work across offices and disciplines to contribute to multi-office project teams
• Engage in a supportive team culture that encourages asking questions, solving problems, and growing professionally

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% employer-paid premiums for employee base plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with an annual discretionary employer contribution
• 401(k) plan with immediate eligibility and discretionary company match
• Fully paid group term life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• Employee ownership through our ESOP and annual profit-sharing contributions
• Nine paid holidays and four weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• Company-paid cell phone benefit

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level