Civil Construction Engineering I

Job Description We're working with several design/consulting engineering firms in San Diego, Orange County and Los Angeles, looking for civil engineers with experience in Land Development, Water Resources and Transportation.

Land Development

Preparation of engineering analysis, designs, and calculations for private improvement projects.
Assist in the preparation of construction plans, and cost estimates.
Assist with construction submittal reviews, requests for information (RFI), and other construction related activities.
Perform technical analyses and simulations to evaluate the feasibility and performance of engineering solutions.
Assist survey and construction management team during project construction phase.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) is required.
Demonstrated knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and methods.
Proficient in using AutoCAD, including Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Demonstrated ability to gather, organize, and analyze engineering data, and produce comprehensive reports.
Proven capability to efficiently manage a variety of engineering functions, work effectively as part of an engineering team, and possess excellent interpersonal skills.

Water Resources / Flood & Drainage

Perform field inspections, condition assessments, flow/ stream gage installation, and field data collection.
Develop and use hydrologic/hydraulic simulation computer models to analyze rainfall/runoff transformations as well as closed conduit, open channel, pump station, reservoir, and floodplain flows.
Use GIS software to perform analytical tasks and database updates to support hydrologic and hydraulic studies.
Develop watershed and facility maps, technical reports, and presentations.
Prepare hydrologic studies and design hydraulic structures.
Tabulate and summarize statistical data and assist with the preparation of reports.
Support the planning and design of public works improvements and/or private land development improvements by assisting with plan preparation, profiles and cross-sections, and performing various other calculations and drawings.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Masters a plus.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
Computer literate in Microsoft Office, with proficiency in GIS, ArcMap 10.4 (or latest update), proficiency in AutoCAD program and other software as applicable to the department. Knowledge of programming languages a plus.
Able to perform intermediate-level open channel and floodplain hydraulic analyses using one-dimensional (ICM, HEC-RAS, SWMM, et. al) and two-dimensional modeling software (ICM, TUFLOW, DHI, HEC-RAS, et. al.).
Able to perform intermediate-level rainfall/runoff modeling using HEC-HMS or other comparable software to determine flood hydrograph timing and volume.
Able to assist in analyzing rainfall and stream flow gage data for depth/duration/frequency.
AutoCAD programs, GIS, Arcmap 10.1 (or latest update) and other software as applicable to the department.
A fundamental understanding and demonstrated knowledge of general civil engineering practices in floodplain management analysis and design is necessary.

Water Resources / Water Supply

Gathering and reviewing background data for the design and implementation of projects.
Performing feasibility-level alternatives analyses and evaluations.
Preparing condition assessments for existing facilities.
Developing plans, specifications, and estimates for public infrastructure projects.
Providing engineering services during construction, including review of contractor submittals, responding to RFI’s, providing design clarifications, etc.
Engineering Bachelor’s degree required with experience in Civil Engineering.
PE Licensure in Civil Engineering required.
Demonstrated knowledge of Civil or Mechanical Engineering principles, practices, and methods of design, construction, and maintenance for hydraulic structures including pump stations, intakes, trash screening systems, piping, and appurtenances facilities.
Excellent skills relating to writing and oral communication.
Ability to make sound decisions regarding complex engineering problems.
Working knowledge of personal computers, computer aided drafting, word processing, project scheduling, and spreadsheets.
May oversee the work of junior-level engineering staff and GIS/CAD Technicians.
Project-Level Fiscal Responsibility

Design roadway system improvements and related transportation structures under the guidance of a Senior Engineer.
Perform technical studies and prepare technical documents such as Project Reports.
Oversee and mentor entry level staff.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience on roadway design projects.
Expert in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design related software.
Experience using roadway design standards such as Caltrans Highway Design Manual and Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.