Engineering - Civil Design Engineer 3-5 Years Experience

Kpffconsultingengineers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers in San Diego is seeking civil engineers with 3–5 years of site development experience. You will design grading, water/sewer systems, and storm drainage, performing hydrology/hydraulic calculations and coordinating with the design team.

Qualified candidates hold an E.I.T. or P.E. and can visit job sites, manage multiple projects, and communicate effectively. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil3D, and MS Office is required.

Qualifications

• Must have three to five years of relevant site development engineering experience.
• E.I.T. or P.E. certification required.
• Willingness to visit job sites and inspect existing conditions.

Responsibilities

• Design site development projects including grading, water, sewer, and storm drainage.
• Perform hydrology and hydraulic calculations and coordinate with staff and design team members.
• Prepare construction documents and technical specifications; assist with permitting.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Education

E.I.T. or P.E.

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Hydrology modeling

Storm drainage programs

MS Office

Job description

KPFF San Diego is actively hiring for motivated, energetic, and experienced civil engineers with three to five years of experience.

The selected candidate will be responsible for civil engineering design of site development projects including rough and precise grading, water, sewer, storm drain, hydrology and hydraulic calculations, and coordinating work with other staff and design team members. In addition to strong technical knowledge, other responsibilities will include research, coordination, permitting, and preparation of construction documents as well as technical specifications.

E.I.T. or P.E.

• Must have three to five years of relevant site development engineering experience
• Must be a self-starter and self-motivated
• Must have experience with applicable software applications including hydrology modeling, storm drainage programs, AutoCAD, and Civil3D
• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite
• Must have excellent communication skills as well as time management and organizational skills
• Able to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to work on multiple projects and deliverables simultaneously
• Ability to visit job sites to inspect existing conditions and envision potential scope of work requirements.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time at a desk working on a computer and viewing a screen
• Ability to apply established engineering principles to solve problems and/or overcome obstacles using sound judgement, independent decision making, and prolonged focus

Why KPFF?

• Mentorship & Development: Through KPFF's Forefront Education Program , you'll receive unparalleled mentorship from seasoned professionals, empowering you to excel in your career from day one. Thrive in a setting that values your development and independence, where your ideas are welcomed, and your contributions make a real impact.
• Relationship Building: At our core, we focus on forging meaningful connections. By prioritizing trust and stability, we create lasting relationships with our partners and clients that stand the test of time.
• Supportive Environment: We cultivate growth in all aspects of your life in a supportive environment that values your well-being. From promoting a healthy lifestyle to organizing social activities, we strive to create a balanced and fulfilling workplace.

Compensation

The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and skills. The expected base salary for a qualified candidate is $88,000 - $105,000. Additionally, we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process, we'll provide detailed information and address any questions you might have about the overall compensation package and benefits.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.