Design Engineer, Land Development — Flexible Schedule & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries and benefits

Profit sharing

401k

Job summary

BKF Engineers, Inc. in the California Bay Area is seeking a Design Engineer with 0–3 years of civil infrastructure design experience to join our onsite team. You will support land development projects, collaborating with senior engineers to prepare designs from concept through construction documentation using standard techniques and sound judgment.

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and a California E.I.T. certification are strong assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited curriculum.
• 0-3 years of experience in site development and design of residential/commercial subdivisions, utility systems, roadways, and public works.
• Strong verbal and written communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Familiarity with preparing documents, specifications, and design plans.
• Exposure to public agency standards and permitting processes.
• Ability to apply standard engineering techniques and judgment to support projects.

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 standard engineering practices and software tools such as AutoCAD/Civil 3D
• Create designs and plans for land development projects, including potable water distribution and wastewater collection systems, in accordance with local standards and permitting requirements
• 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 for various development projects
• Support the develop technical specifications and detailed cost estimates to support project proposals and construction documentation
• Collaborate daily with project engineers and across stakeholders to coordinate design efforts and meet project milestones
• Review plans and calculations for accuracy, completeness, and constructability, incorporating feedback from senior staff and clients

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Communication

Team collaboration

Engineering fundamentals

Public agency standards

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited curriculum

Job description

BKF Engineers, Inc. in the California Bay Area is seeking a Design Engineer with 0–3 years of civil infrastructure design experience to join our onsite team. You will support land development projects, collaborating with senior engineers to prepare designs from concept through construction documentation using standard techniques and sound judgment.

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and a California E.I.T. certification are strong assets.