Staff Civil Engineer, Water Resources & Dams

GEI Consultants; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GEI Consultants' Oakland, California office is seeking a Staff Civil Engineer to join our growing water resources engineering practice. This role offers exposure to dams, spillways, levees, pipelines, and open-channel systems across Northern California and beyond, with opportunities to contribute from planning through construction.

You will work with senior engineers on complex infrastructure projects, developing engineering judgment, field experience, and project delivery know-how while

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or ability to obtain EIT certification within an agreed-upon timeframe.
• 0 - 4 years of relevant civil engineering experience; demonstrated capability and level of responsibility will be considered in addition to years of experience.
• Developing knowledge of civil engineering principles, analysis and design methods, applicable codes, standards, and industry practices.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations, organize and interpret technical data, and prepare clear and accurate engineering documentation.
• Ability to execute assigned technical tasks with increasing independence while recognizing when technical guidance or review is needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil engineering calculations, analyses, data evaluation and interpretation, modeling, and design tasks under the direction of experienced engineers.
• Support the planning and design of dams, spillways, outlet works, levees, pipelines, open-channel conveyance systems, water storage and recharge facilities, and other heavy civil infrastructure.
• Prepare engineering drawings and design documents using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Prepare technical memoranda, portions of engineering reports, design calculations, construction drawings, technical specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and other project documentation for review by senior technical staff.
• Organize assigned tasks and subtasks, understand project objectives, manage individual time and priorities, and complete work consistent with established scope, schedule, and budget.
• Communicate regularly with Task Managers and Project Managers regarding work progress, technical questions, workload, schedule, and budget considerations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Time management

Education

B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

GEI Consultants' Oakland, California office is seeking a Staff Civil Engineer to join our growing water resources engineering practice. This role offers exposure to dams, spillways, levees, pipelines, and open-channel systems across Northern California and beyond, with opportunities to contribute from planning through construction.

You will work with senior engineers on complex infrastructure projects, developing engineering judgment, field experience, and project delivery know-how while