Design Engineer - Land Development (Bay Area, Onsite)

BKF; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k

Education reimbursement

PTO

9 Paid Holidays

Flexible schedules

Job summary

BKF is seeking a Design Engineer with a couple years of experience in civil infrastructure design to join our collaborative onsite team in the California Bay Area. You will support Land Development projects, preparing designs through conception to construction documentation, while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

The role emphasizes proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and a California E.I.T. certification as strong assets, with opportunities for growth across offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited curriculum.
• 0–3 years of experience in land development and site design.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of site plans for residential, commercial, mixed-use, roadway, highway, and public works projects.
• Prepare grading and drainage plans and designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Create designs and plans for land development projects, including potable water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Participate in internal design reviews and contribute to project scheduling and task prioritization.
• Support the preparation of engineering reports, feasibility studies, and master planning documents.
• Develop technical specifications and detailed cost estimates to support proposals and construction documentation.
• Collaborate daily with project engineers and across stakeholders to coordinate design efforts and meet milestones.
• Review plans and calculations for accuracy, completeness, and constructability.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

EIT certification

Site development

Civil engineering

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited BSCE

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

BKF is seeking a Design Engineer with a couple years of experience in civil infrastructure design to join our collaborative onsite team in the California Bay Area. You will support Land Development projects, preparing designs through conception to construction documentation, while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

The role emphasizes proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and a California E.I.T. certification as strong assets, with opportunities for growth across offices.