Civil Engineer – Site Development & AutoCAD Pro (CA)

NV5; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and professionaldevelopment

Exposure to diverse civil site develop

Competitive compensation and benefits

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Job summary

NV5 is seeking a Civil Engineer with 4-7 years of California experience to support civil site development, including grading, drainage, utilities, and roadway design. The role emphasizes growth alongside experienced engineers and project managers within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities include designing site development plans, producing drawings in AutoCAD/Civil 3D, performing calculations, preparing construction documents, and coordinating with clients and agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 4-7 years of civil engineering experience in California with Civil Site, Roadway, or Subdivision Development projects.
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification is a must.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Strong understanding of basic civil engineering principles.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Exposure to local grading, drainage, and stormwater standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and preparation of civil site development plans, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, and utility layouts
• Develop and modify engineering drawings using AutoCAD; utilize Civil 3D for surfaces, alignments, and corridors where applicable
• Perform engineering calculations and quantity takeoffs
• Preparation of construction documents, technical reports, and permit submittals
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external agencies under the guidance of senior staff
• Conduct site visits, field observations, and assist with construction support tasks as needed
• Ensure work complies with applicable codes, standards, and regulations

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Professional Engineer (PE) certification desired

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

NV5 is seeking a Civil Engineer with 4-7 years of California experience to support civil site development, including grading, drainage, utilities, and roadway design. The role emphasizes growth alongside experienced engineers and project managers within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities include designing site development plans, producing drawings in AutoCAD/Civil 3D, performing calculations, preparing construction documents, and coordinating with clients and agencies.