Senior Civil Project Engineer – Sustainable Design Leader

LPA, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

PD grants

In-house training

Volunteer time

Community projects funding

Wellness & benefits

Job summary

LPA, Inc. is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to join our California studios. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, engineer, and deliver civil solutions for a variety of projects and communities.

This role emphasizes technical excellence, mentorship, and leadership within a forward‑thinking firm. The position requires a PE license in California, 8+ years of experience, and proficiency in CAD and Civil 3D, with a passion for sustainable, high‑performance design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is required.
• 8+ years of experience across all phases of civil projects.
• Professional Engineer license in California required.
• Proficiency in CAD and Civil 3D.
• Strong knowledge of engineering software and collaborative design.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and develop civil engineering solutions with project teams.
• Contribute to project strategy, schedules, and coordination for success.
• Prepare and oversee documentation from schematic design to construction documents.
• Support construction administration, respond to RFIs and review submittals.
• Mentor junior designers and foster technical growth.
• Engage with professional organizations and advance the profession.

Skills

Project leadership

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Technical proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

PE license in CA

Tools

CAD

Civil 3D

Job description

LPA, Inc. is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to join our California studios. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, engineer, and deliver civil solutions for a variety of projects and communities.

This role emphasizes technical excellence, mentorship, and leadership within a forward‑thinking firm. The position requires a PE license in California, 8+ years of experience, and proficiency in CAD and Civil 3D, with a passion for sustainable, high‑performance design.