AKS Engineering & Forestry

Civil Engineer – Land Development (PE)

Tualatin, OR

Full-time

About This Job

At AKS Engineering & Forestry, we’re all about building better communities—literally. From local parks and roadways to private office developments and municipal buildings, our work helps shape the places people live, work, and connect. We’re looking for a licensed Electrical Engineer who’s ready to take the lead on diverse and impactful projects across the Pacific Northwest.

We are hiring our first Electrical Engineer at AKS. You’ll lead electrical design across a variety of public and private development projects—bringing your technical expertise and innovative mindset to everything from residential neighborhoods to essential public infrastructure. As part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, you’ll have the freedom to build, lead, and grow your impact.

What You’ll Do

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Lead the electrical design for a variety of site development and public works projects from concept through construction.

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Design low-voltage power systems, lighting (including photometric analysis), and infrastructure for commercial, residential, and municipal facilities.

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Draft plans, perform technical calculations, and prepare specifications and cost estimates.

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Conduct field inspections and contribute to QA/QC on project deliverables.

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Coordinate with in-house civil, surveying, natural resources, and other disciplines.

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Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, utility providers, and public agencies.

Who You Are

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Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Electrical Engineering with the ability to obtain reciprocity in Oregon and Washington.

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Experienced with at least 5 years in full-scope electrical design (lighting, power, and voltage systems).

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Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, MS Office, Visual, and EasyPower.

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Excellent written and verbal communicator who can produce clear proposals, reports, and documentation.

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Organized and self-motivated with a knack for managing priorities across multiple projects.

Nice to Have

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Experience with utility coordination and commissioning/start-up processes.

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Familiarity with public infrastructure and energy code compliance.

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Ability to mentor junior team members and collaborate on multidiscipline projects.

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Prior experience with both private and public sector clients.

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Willingness to travel occasionally for project site visits (valid driver’s license required).

Why AKS?

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:

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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.

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Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.

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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.

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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.

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Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates—we believe food brings people together.

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Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.

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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.

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.

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