Entry-Level Project Engineer – Land Development

Kier & Wright Civil Engineers and Surveyors; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Job summary

Kier & Wright Civil Engineers and Surveyors is seeking a Project Engineer I (Land Development) in Sacramento, CA. You will support project teams, develop civil design drawings, and perform engineering calculations under supervision, while collaborating with technicians and consultants to deliver quality plans ready for permitting and construction.

This role welcomes 2025-2026 graduates and offers growth toward independent design responsibilities, with emphasis on grading, drainage, utilities,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience; 2025-2026 graduates welcomed.
• 0-5 years of experience in land development.
• EIT or exam planned is preferred.
• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, Adobe, internet apps.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam preferred.
• Additional software experience a plus, e.g., Agtek, Hydrology/ Hydraulic Software.

Responsibilities

• Carries out tasks assigned by Project Lead and engineering team.
• Develops working drawings for civil design plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D (grading, drainage, utility, street frontage) from sketches.
• Uses engineering judgment to perform duties and know when to ask questions or research.
• Manages personal time to meet obligations of one or more projects (budget, quality, schedule).
• Provide accurate design of on-site and off-site improvements for planning and construction ready for construction.
• Can design grading, drainage, utilities and stormwater treatment with minimal input from engineer of record.
• Performs civil engineering calculations, SWPPP’s and other reports.
• Interacts with peers, clients, and sub-consultants.

Skills

Project coordination

Design calculations

Engineering judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bluebeam

Agtek

Hydrology/ Hydraulic Software

Job description

Kier & Wright Civil Engineers and Surveyors is seeking a Project Engineer I (Land Development) in Sacramento, CA. You will support project teams, develop civil design drawings, and perform engineering calculations under supervision, while collaborating with technicians and consultants to deliver quality plans ready for permitting and construction.

This role welcomes 2025-2026 graduates and offers growth toward independent design responsibilities, with emphasis on grading, drainage, utilities,