Civil Designer

RIMEPRO INC; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with match

EIT / PE support and reimbursement

PTO + paid holidays

Job summary

RIMEPRO INC is seeking a Civil Project Engineer for a well-established Southern California land development practice. You’ll own portions of projects from early design through permitting and into construction, collaborating with PMs, agencies, and field teams.

Ideal candidates bring 3–7+ years in civil engineering, strong Civil 3D and AutoCAD skills, and an EIT. PE in progress is a plus; on-site work in Santa Clarita, CA is expected.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of civil engineering experience in land development or public works.
• EIT certification is required; PE licensure in progress or recently obtained is a plus.
• Strong Civil 3D and AutoCAD skills and familiarity with local standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review civil plans, calculations, and specs for land development and public improvements.
• Design grading, drainage, street, sewer, water, and storm drain systems.
• Perform hydrology/hydraulic analyses and earthwork calculations.
• Coordinate with PMs, agencies, and field teams on design and permitting.
• Respond to plan-check comments and assist with project closeout and as-built docs.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Project management

Technical writing

Client coordination

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

EIT certification

PE in progress

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

Summary

We’re partnered with a well-established civil engineering firm that’s known for its land development work across Southern California. They’re looking to bring on a Civil Project Engineer who can take on real design responsibility and start owning pieces of projects,not just drafting behind the scenes.

This is a good fit for someone who’s past the entry‑level phase, comfortable in Civil 3D, and wants to keep growing toward full project ownership. You’ll be involved from early design through permitting and into construction, working closely with PMs, agencies, and field teams.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Technical Work

• Prepare and review civil plans, calculations, and specs for land development and public improvement projects
• Design grading, drainage, street, sewer, water, and storm drain systems
• Perform hydrology/hydraulic analysis, earthwork calculations, and utility layouts
• Support SWPPP, NPDES, and erosion control documentation
• Work closely with CAD teams to produce clean, agency‑ready plans

Project Coordination

• Support PMs with schedules, budgets, and overall project execution
• Coordinate with subconsultants, contractors, and agency reviewers during design and permitting
• Respond to plan check comments and keep projects moving through approvals
• Assist with tentative/final maps and entitlement processes
• Join client and agency meetings as needed

Construction Support

• Help respond to RFIs and review submittals during construction
• Conduct site visits and document field conditions
• Coordinate with contractors and inspectors to resolve issues in the field

Quality & Documentation

• Ensure deliverables meet internal standards and agency requirements
• Keep project files, permits, and correspondence organized
• Assist with project closeout and as‑built documentation

Project Experience

• Residential and commercial land development
• Grading, drainage, and site design
• Street, sewer, water, and storm drain improvements
• Hydrology and hydraulic studies
• Public agency plan check and permitting
• SWPPP / erosion control
• Projects typically ranging from $1M to $20M+

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of civil engineering experience (land development or public works)
• EIT required; PE in progress or recently obtained is a big plus
• Strong Civil 3D and AutoCAD experience
• Familiar with local agency standards, grading requirements, and utilities
• Solid technical writing and problem‑solving skills
• Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Comfortable working with clients, agencies, and contractors
• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

Compensation & Benefits

• Bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with match
• EIT / PE support and reimbursement
• PTO + paid holidays