Principal Civil Engineer (Water)

GeoWorld; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

An environmental engineering firm in California is seeking a self-motivated engineer with 8-12 years of experience to manage projects related to groundwater wells and drinking water supply. The candidate will prepare technical documents, conduct evaluations, and ensure project adherence to plans. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a California PE license are required. The position offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in engineering.
• Experience in water infrastructure design preferred.
• Ability to perform field work.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects for groundwater wells and drinking water supply.
• Conduct technical evaluations for planning and design activities.
• Check performance according to plans during construction.

Skills

Self-starter

Results-oriented

Excellent technical writing

Good communication skills

Ability to manage tasks

Technical problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

California PE license

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Bluebeam

Job description

Description

Our Sacramento/Davis office has an opening for a self‑motivated engineer with 8‑12 years of experience to work on projects related to groundwater wells, drinking water, water reuse and stormwater. When you join Brown and Caldwell, you will find that we offer a non‑hierarchical and collaborative work environment intended to support you in doing your best work. You will be trusted and supported to produce quality work by our project managers and given the flexibility to manage your work efforts to achieve project objectives. The work we do is interesting, challenging, and impactful for the communities we live in.

Job Description

Sacramento, CA
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670, USA
San Francisco, CA 94108, USA

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and tasks for groundwater wells and drinking water supply projects.
• Participate in business development as part of a client service team.
• Conduct technical evaluations to support planning and well and water system design related activities.
• Assist with the preparation of calculations, technical memoranda, reports, drawings, specifications, and miscellaneous contract documents.
• Check performance or conformity with plans and specifications as part of engineering services during construction.
• Assist with submittal reviews, requests for information, correspondence, change requests, and change orders for construction projects.
• Conduct field work as necessary for various projects.
• Communicate effectively and coordinate with project teams including other disciplines (drafters, designers, and other engineers).
• Successfully manage and deliver assignments on time and on budget.
• Adhere to Brown and Caldwell’s QA/QC process.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Self‑starter, results‑oriented, and ability to work under deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field required.
• Desire to work on projects related to groundwater, drinking water, water reuse, and stormwater.
• California PE license.
• Experience including:
  • Design of water infrastructure facilities (wells, pump stations, pipelines, etc.), groundwater infrastructure facility design experience preferred.
  • Engineering studies and analysis.
  • Managing projects or tasks, including budget and schedule.
  • Good technical skills with the ability to articulate ideas and concepts.
  • Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and on large coordinated teams.
  • Ability and willingness to perform field work at various sites.
  • Knowledge of standard software including MS Office, Outlook, and Bluebeam.
  • Strong aptitude for researching and solving technical problems.

Salary Range

The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.

• Location B: $117,000 - $160,000
• Location C: $128,000 - $174,000

Benefits and Other Compensation

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance‑based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long‑term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.

About Brown and Caldwell

Brown and Caldwell is a full‑service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 70 years, we have created leading‑edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com.

This position is subject to a pre‑employment background check and a pre‑employment drug test.

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

Travel Required

Yes, up to 20%.

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