Senior Design Engineer

Latitude 33 Planning & Engineering; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Job summary

Latitude 33 Planning & Engineering seeks an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join our collaborative team in San Diego. You will lead design efforts, mentor junior staff, and play a key role in various projects.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and over 5 years of experience, including advanced Civil 3D skills. We offer a flexible work environment, competitive benefits, and a culture that values teamwork and enjoyment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a design engineer.
• Ability to lead grading, drainage, and utility design.
• Experience in mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead grading, drainage, and utility design.
• Mentor Designers and Design Engineers.
• Coordinate with project teams and agencies.

Skills

Advanced Civil 3D proficiency

Mentoring

Project delivery

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Half-day Fridays. Real project ownership. A team you actually enjoy working with.

At Latitude 33, we do things differently.

We’re a land planning and civil engineering firm built on collaboration, ownership, and real growth—not just titles. Our integrated teams work across disciplines to deliver thoughtful, high-impact projects throughout Southern California.

What truly sets us apart is how we work together.

What makes us different

Hands-on leadership

Our Principals are actively involved in projects—providing mentorship, guidance, and real-time collaboration.

We invest in our people with clear career paths, hands‑on experience, and exposure to meaningful work early on.

Ownership & impact

You won’t be stuck doing one small piece. Our team contributes to projects from concept through construction.

Flexible work environment

Hybrid schedule, strong work-life balance, and half-day Fridays.

A culture that actually feels like one

Team outings, volunteer events, and a collaborative environment where people genuinely enjoy working together.

About the Role

Latitude 33 Planning & Engineering is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join our team. This role (4+ years experience) serves as a technical lead with a clear path to Project Engineer.

You will lead design efforts and mentor junior staff while supporting project delivery.

What You’ll Do

• Lead grading, drainage, and utility design
• Mentor Designers and Design Engineers
• Coordinate with project teams and agencies

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• 5+ years of experience
• Advanced Civil 3D proficiency

Preferred

• EIT or working toward PE

Benefits & Culture at Latitude 33

At Latitude 33, we believe great work happens when people feel supported, valued, and genuinely enjoy where they work.

What you can expect

• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Discretionary Annual Bonus

And just as important—our culture

• Team events like bowling, golf/footgolf, and trivia nights
• Company outings including Del Mar Races, picnics, and holiday parties
• Happy hours and game nights
• Volunteer opportunities to give back
• A collaborative, social environment where people genuinely enjoy working together