Project Engineer (Palmdale, CA)

Shimmick; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Employer paid STD, LTD

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary benefit offerings

Job summary

Shimmick is seeking a Project Engineer based in Palmdale, California, to support the Palmdale Water Reclamation Plant project. This role involves planning and executing civil infrastructure projects alongside project managers and other stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate project delivery.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering along with substantial experience in heavy civil construction. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field + 6 years of heavy civil construction experience.
• Heavy civil project experience in Southern California is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform management and leadership responsibilities for a technical group.
• Interpret and coordinate technical assignments.
• Plan and develop engineering tasks regarding unique problems.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Act independently on technical matters.

Skills

Heavy civil construction experience

Project management

Technical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

Shimmick is seeking a Project Engineer in Palmdale, California to support the Palmdale Water Reclamation Plant Influent Pump Station Modification project. This project for the Los Angeles County Sanitation District (LACSD) includes upgrades to influent pumping and electrical systems, construction of a new utility building, and associated civil improvements. The work will enhance operational reliability, improve system performance, and support long-term water reclamation operations serving the surrounding region.

The Project Engineer supports the successful planning and execution of infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, utilities, and other civil works. The Project Engineer will work closely with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and design teams to ensure technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and adherence to project schedules and budgets.

Backed by over 100 years of expertise and driven by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit, Shimmick is one of the most dynamic infrastructure builders in the industry. With market leadership in water resources, sustainable transportation, and complex electrical construction, we are well-positioned to lead during a time of rapid change. As project delivery models, regulatory frameworks, supply chains, and technology continue to evolve, our ability to remain flexible and agile in our construction approach is essential to our success.

Southwest Division

Shimmick’s Southwest Division, headquartered in Irvine, California, focuses on large public owners in Southern California, across water resources, water treatment, transportation and transit markets. Over the past decade, the division has grown tremendously, securing major projects, including the $350 million North City Pure Water Facility (https://www.shimmick.com/portfolio/north-city-pure-water-facility/) in San Diego and the $200 million Groundwater Replenishment System (https://www.shimmick.com/portfolio/groundwater-replenishment-system-expansion/) in Orange County.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform various management, leadership, and people accountability responsibilities for a specific technical group or department.
• Interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate technical assignments.
• Plan and develop engineering tasks concerning unique or controversial problems. This involves exploration of subject area, definition of scope and selection of problems for investigation, and development of novel concepts and approaches.
• Maintain liaison with units within the organization and individuals inside and outside of the organization.
• Act independently on technical matters pertaining to the field.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field + 6 years of heavy civil construction experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Heavy civil project experience in Southern California.

Additional Information

• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.

The salary range for this position is between $125,000-$155,000 per year depending on experience and/or education.

Shimmick's comprehensive benefits plan includes medical, dental and vision coverage; as well as options to participate in an FSA or HSA. The Company also provides employer paid STD, LTD, basic life and AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional voluntary benefit offerings include pet insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness insurance, and legal and identity theft protection. These benefits are available to all employees working more than 20 hours per week. Employees working less than 20 hours per week are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage as well as EAP services.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Locations

US-CA-Los Angeles | US-CA-Palmdale | US-CA-Irvine

ID

2026-3008

Category

Construction

Type

Full Time