Civil Engineering Associate — Federal Projects

Job overview

The Civil Engineering Associate — Federal Projects role is onsite in Phoenix, AZ. Annual compensation is $53,000–$81,000. Larson Design Group is an employee-owned architecture, engineering, and consulting firm; this entry-level role supports federal infrastructure projects, including military installations, federal facilities, and public works. Working alongside licensed engineers, the associate applies academic engineering knowledge to project design and delivery. The role helps produce compliant technical deliverables, coordinate agency submittals, and support project teams working within federal standards and requirements.

What you'll do

• Prepare and review design computations, plan sets, and engineering drawings in accordance with federal standards
• assist with federal agency submittals
• prepare and review technical specifications, reports, and correspondence
• conduct site visits, inspections, and field investigations
• research and apply regulations and permitting requirements
• maintain project documentation
• support QA/QC and project task management
• collaborate with project teams, clients, and federal agency representatives.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

civil engineering associate

federal projects

entry-level

infrastructure

usace

navfac

fhwa

full-time

phoenix az

larson design group

$53k–$81k annually

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Flexible work environment
• paid training for required licensures
• competitive benefits
• bonus plans
• company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Why this role

No previous relevant work experience is required; prior A/E internships and Engineer in Training (EIT) are preferred. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant ABET-accredited engineering field required.

About the employer

Larson Design Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.