Civil Engineering Project Engineer – Land Development

r9-asce; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Professional development opportunities

Half-Day Fridays

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Latitude 33 Planning & Engineering in San Diego is seeking a Civil Engineer to prepare designs and support land development projects.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, preferably with a California PE license and experience in grading and site development. The role offers a hybrid work schedule, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of civil engineering and land development experience preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Knowledge of agency standards and permitting processes in Southern California is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare civil engineering designs, plans, reports, and technical documents.
• Support land development projects from planning through construction.
• Assist with grading, drainage, utility, stormwater, and site development design.

Skills

Civil Engineering designs

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

California Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

About Latitude 33 Planning & Engineering

Latitude 33 Planning & Engineering is an established land planning and civil engineering firm providing comprehensive services throughout Southern California. Our work spans healthcare, higher education, civic, commercial, industrial, residential, mixed-use, and aviation projects. We offer employees the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects while developing professionally in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare civil engineering designs, plans, reports, and technical documents.
• Support land development projects from planning and entitlement through construction.
• Assist with grading, drainage, utility, stormwater, and site development design.
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, consultants, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Prepare and review construction documents and project deliverables.
• Assist with project schedules, budgets, proposals, invoices, and change orders.
• Attend project meetings, agency meetings, and client meetings as needed.
• Respond to plan check comments and agency review comments.
• Support project managers and senior staff with technical design and coordination.
• Manage multiple assignments while meeting project deadlines and quality standards.
• Mentor and support junior staff or designers as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Current California Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• 4+ years of civil engineering and land development experience preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with grading, drainage, utility, stormwater, and site development design.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate with clients, agencies, consultants, and internal teams.
• Experience preparing construction documents and technical reports.
• Knowledge of Southern California agency standards and permitting processes is a plus.
• Experience with healthcare, higher education, civic, commercial, industrial, residential, or mixed‑use developments is a plus.

Why Join Latitude 33?

• Small company culture with large‑project opportunities.
• Diverse project exposure across multiple market sectors.
• Hybrid work schedule and flexible hours.
• Half‑Day Fridays.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• PE license reimbursement.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, and 401(k).