Civil/Site E.I.T.

Colliers Engineering; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design in Irvine, CA is seeking an Engineering Designer II to contribute to the design and development of energy, residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use land development projects. You will work in the Civil/Site division, preparing construction drawings, grading, utilities, and stormwater details under the guidance of senior engineers.

The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering degree, 2–4 years of site/civil experience, and familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in site/civil land development or related engineering fields.
• EIT preferred.
• Knowledge of local city, county and state land use processes and regulations.
• Proficiency in stormwater management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading and related site designs.
• Demonstrated AutoCAD Civil 3D skills from concept through completion.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail with analytical and judgment capabilities.
• Ability to read, write and understand English in job communications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction drawings, setup plan sheets, details and exhibits.
• Prepare grading plans, street improvements, utilities and details.
• Ensure technical accuracy and proper documentation of plans and reports.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers and other disciplines to execute projects.
• Assist in basic stormwater calculations and reporting.
• Plot and assemble civil engineering plans and reports.
• Provide engineering support to other departments as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

English reading/writing

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Engineering Designer II for our growing Irvine, CA office! This civil engineering role in our Civil/Site division will play a key role in the design and development of energy, residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use land development projects. Responsibilities include site feasibility and conceptual planning, stormwater management, grading, drainage, utility design, erosion and sediment control, and permitting. As an Engineering Designer (E.I.T.), you may also conduct permitting research, due diligence, write specifications and reports. You will work within AutoCAD Civil 3D and alongside the design team managers, and other Disciplines, to successfully complete projects within established budgets and deadlines.

Join our Civil/Site team and grow your career alongside industry-leading experts, with access to specialized training programs and professional development opportunities designed to accelerate your success! At Colliers Engineering & Design, we take pride in shaping the communities where we live and work. Our projects span energy, residential neighborhoods, commercial developments, industrial facilities, and mixed-use spaces—creating sustainable and impactful designs that support future growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction drawings, setup plan sheets, details, and exhibits.
• Prepare grading plans, street improvements, utilities and details.
• Ensure technical accuracy, compliance with standard engineering practices, and proper documentation and file management of all plans, reports, and design documents.
• Identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and propose solutions, with guidance from senior engineers and project managers.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other disciplines to ensure seamless project execution.
• Assist in performing basic stormwater calculations and reporting.
• Plot and assemble civil engineering plans and reports.
• Assist other departments with engineering and technical support needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 2-4 years of experience in site/civil land development or related engineering fields.
• EIT preferred.
• Knowledge of local city, county and state land use processes and regulations.
• Proficiency in technical skills in stormwater management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading and other site development related designs.
• Demonstrated AutoCAD Civil 3D skills with the ability to design site layouts concept through completion.
• Ability to interact well with coworkers, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities.
• Ability to work independently, as well as, in a team environment.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Salary: $91,540 to $110,055 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.