Mid-Level Civil/Environmental Engineer

Carollo Engineers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive health insurance

Job summary

Carollo Engineers is looking for a civil engineer specializing in water and wastewater treatment to join their San Diego team. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 6-12 years of relevant experience. The position involves civil engineering work, including site design, project planning, and cost estimations.

The expected salary range is $100,000 to $130,000 annually, with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement contributions, and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 6 to 12 years of directly relevant experience in water and wastewater engineering.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with clients and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil engineering work in water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Develop civil engineering plans and specifications.
• Prepare cost estimates for water and wastewater projects.
• Review contractor submittals for conformance with contract specs.

Skills

Civil engineering principles

Water and wastewater engineering

Communication skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Project scheduling software

Job description

Overview

Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we’ve specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector’s most complex challenges.

We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you’ll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.

Carollo’s vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you’re passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil engineering work in water and wastewater treatment facilities and conveyance infrastructure, focusing on site design project components including site layout, yard piping, roadways, paving and grading, and stormwater infrastructure.
• Work on engineering planning and design projects and perform conceptual and preliminary design activities including site visits, overseeing fieldwork, alternatives analysis, and report preparation.
• Develop civil engineering plans and specifications.
• Prepare cost estimates for various water and wastewater projects.
• Prepare technical memoranda, reports, and electronic deliverables.
• Assist with coordinating sub‑consultant work.
• Coordinate the work of other engineering disciplines, designers, modelers, technicians, and others who assist in specific assignments.
• Review contractor submittals for conformance with contract plans and specifications and evaluate requests for information as part of engineering services during construction.
• Participate in field activities such as pilot testing.
• Permit and alternative analysis.
• Assist project managers with permitting submittals for treatment facilities and infrastructure projects including coordination with various governmental agencies.
• Participate in field activities and site reconnaissance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 6 to 12 years of directly relevant experience in water and wastewater engineering.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer.
• Application of engineering principles including critical thinking, analysis, and innovative techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with clients and project teams.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Highly motivated, articulate, and self‑starting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Knowledge of project scheduling software.
• Active in professional associations.

Compensation Range

$100,000 to $130,000 annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Other Compensation And Benefits

Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the support employees and their families need to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre‑tax savings account options for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents. We also offer free Caregiver Support, Travel Assistance, counseling services, discount programs, and a Lifestyle Reimbursement Account. Other compensation that may be available includes 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available. Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.