Staff Engineer (Entry Level)

RH2 Engineering
  • Medford, OR
  • $37
30+ days ago

Job Description

Launch Your Career with Purpose – Join a Team That Invests in Your Growth

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

What You Will Bring:

  • 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

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations:

  • EIT certification within 1 year required; completed EIT preferred
  • Desire to pursue PE licensure within 4–5 years

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • 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

Compensation:

  • Hourly rate starts around $37/hour and will vary based on experience and qualifications
  • Overtime (time and a half) is paid for hours exceeding 40 per week
  • We support a balanced lifestyle and value your time inside and outside of work

Benefits You Will Enjoy:

  • 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

RH2 is recognized for delivering high-quality engineering solutions to public clients across the region, with a strong reputation for mentorship, technical rigor, and long-term client relationships.

RH2 is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals; including minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. RH2 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMedford, OR
Salary$37

Skills

  • ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology)unmatched
  • Adobe Acrobatunmatched
  • AutoCADunmatched
  • Civil Infrastructureunmatched
  • Collaborative Learningunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Data Collectionunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Editingunmatched
  • Engineer in Training (EIT)unmatched
  • Geographic Information System Softwareunmatched
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)unmatched
  • Governmentunmatched
  • Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
  • Infrastructure Constructionunmatched
  • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
  • Microsoft Wordunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Professional Engineerunmatched
  • Public Worksunmatched
  • Quality Engineeringunmatched
  • State Ordinancesunmatched
  • Technical Analysisunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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