Licensed Civil Engineer - Water Engineering

4Creeks, Inc.; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Health coverage for employee & depend.

Company 401(k)

Performance bonuses

Job summary

4Creeks, Design & Build in Central California, seeks a Civil Engineer to join the Water Engineering team in Visalia, CA. You will lead design work, manage projects, and collaborate with engineers to plan, design, and build essential water infrastructure for communities from the Valley to the mountains.

You will prepare plans, perform hydraulic calculations, write reports, and guide submittals while mentoring EITs and coordinating with land development, planning, survey, and other internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, agricultural, environmental, mechanical, or related field).
• 5+ years of engineering design experience on water, wastewater, or stormwater infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics and preparation of plans and engineering calculations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Interest in managing projects and working directly with clients.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare plans, specifications, and estimates for water, wastewater, and stormwater projects.
• Lead design work and run own projects as Project Manager.
• Mentor EITs and coordinate with in-house teams.
• Support construction through submittals, RFIs, and site visits.

Skills

5+ years of engineering design

Hydraulics knowledge

Strong written & verbal communication

Interest in project management

EIT certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

WaterGEMS/SewerGEMS

HEC-RAS/HEC-HMS

Job description

Civil Engineer

Water Engineering

Location

Visalia, CA

Work Schedule

Monday-Thursday-9 Hours, Friday-4 Hours

Responsibilities

4Creeks is seeking an Engineer to join our Water Engineering team, a driven and growing group working in a fast-paced environment. You will lead design work alongside our engineers, run your own projects as Project Manager, help shape the team's technical direction, and help cities, districts, growers, dairies, and developers plan, design, and build the infrastructure their communities depend on, from the Valley to the coast and the mountains, and beyond.

Design and prepare plans, specifications, and estimates for water, wastewater, and stormwater projects such as lift stations, sewer and water mains, wells, storage and recharge basins, potable water and wastewater treatment systems, dairy and industrial process water ponds, and septic (OWTS) systems.

Perform hydraulic and hydrologic calculations (pipe and pump sizing, drainage and basin sizing, culvert capacity) and turn the results into clear recommendations.

Prepare design basis memos, technical memoranda, engineering reports, and permit submittals for clients and reviewing agencies.

Manage projects from proposal through construction, including scope and fee, budget, schedule, client communication, and subconsultant coordination.

Check calculations and review plans before they go out, and help set the technical approach on new types of projects.

Support construction through submittals, RFIs, and site visits, with the chance to work on design-build projects alongside our 4Creeks Build division.

Mentor EITs and technical staff, and coordinate with our in-house teams across land development, planning, survey, traffic, water management, and more.

Our Water Engineering Work

Water Systems

• Wells / Pipelines / Pump Stations / Storage / Fill Stations / Small Community Water Systems

Treatment Systems

• Potable Water Treatment / Wastewater Treatment and Disposal / Process Water Treatment

Wastewater

• Lift Stations / Sanitary Sewer / Dairy & Industrial Process Water / Septic(OWTS)

Stormwater & Recharge

• Storm Drainage / Detention and Recharge Basins / Culverts and Road Drainage

District & Agency Engineering

• Irrigation District Facilities / On-Call and District Engineer Services

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, agricultural, environmental, mechanical, or a related field)
• 5+ years of engineering design experience on water, wastewater, or stormwater infrastructure projects
• Working knowledge of hydraulics and the preparation of plans and engineering calculations
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Interest in managing projects and working directly with clients
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (California Civil preferred)
• Project management experience, including scope, fee, budget, schedule, and client management
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience
• Experience with hydraulic or hydrologic modeling software (such as WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, HEC-RAS, or HEC-HMS)
• Experience working with cities, special districts, irrigation districts, and county or state permitting agencies

Compensation

The salary will be determined by the candidate's skill and experience level and highly competitive with industry standards. The benefits package includes employee and dependents health coverage, company 401(k) contribution, participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), and performance bonuses. The expected pay range for these positions is $90,000-$130,000 annually; however, it is dependent on years and level of experience.

About 4Creeks

At 4Creeks Design & Build, we are more than just a Design-Build company; we are a unified team dedicated to delivering excellence from concept to completion. Rooted in Central California, our passion for creating innovative solutions drives us to tackle challenges and transform visions across the region we serve, from California to Colorado and beyond.

Our firm thrives on a collaborative, fun, and challenging work environment, where every team member's value is recognized, and delivering results for our clients is paramount. We believe in the power of collective effort and the unique perspectives each professional brings to the table. Together, we pool our resources, expertise, and creativity to provide comprehensive solutions that change, form, and shape the future of our communities.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we put our people first. Employee ownership creates a unique work environment that will benefit you the first day you walk in the door. You will experience the 4Creeks difference in commitment to quality, a culture of collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of greatness in everything we do. Join us in shaping a new future with a team that is as dedicated to each other as we are to our craft.

The Other Stuff

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, apply a range of motion within hands and fingers, including sensitivity to touch, and use a computer. The employee frequently is required to talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

This position may require occasional field work which requires the ability to work outdoors in a wide variety of weather and terrain conditions.

This position also requires an active smartphone device and service plan, which will be compensated for appropriately.