Civil Engineer Designer - Site/Land Development

Full-time - Entry Level

Santa Ana, CA

501-1,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Civil Engineer Designer (CED), supporting our Site/Land Development Engineering Team in our Santa Ana, CA office at Psomas, you'll utilize your education and experience to contribute work performed on Site/Land Development and public works projects while working in a team-oriented setting and interacting with clients. The Santa Ana Engineering team is dynamic group of seasoned professionals. As part of this team you will have the opportunity to work on technology driven high profile projects that prioritize sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Work under close supervision, providing support to a project team on a broad range of projects in private and public development.
• Help with the development of projects and conventional aspects of civil engineering.
• Support the development of technical reports, calculations, cost/quantity estimates, and specifications.
• Research and analysis, hydraulics, hydrology, water/sewer/drainage, street design, and grading.
• Calculate earthwork/retaining wall grades.
• Assist with design of grading/drainage, hydraulics, hydrology, water, sewer, and storm drain using AutoCAD and Civil3D software.
• Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform job functions.
• Support other team members as needed.
• Perform field verifications and participate in site visits and meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 1+ years of experience in civil engineering and design (entry level candidates with ideal qualifications may also be considered).
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Demonstrating an organized work approach and willingness to ask questions.
• Ability to adapt with changing priorities.
• Self-motivated to work on individual tasks and in a team environment.
• Must be able to communicate with verbal and written clarity.

Nice-to-haves

• EIT Certification (or can obtain within 2 years of hire).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Knowledge of water quality, SWPPP, and TMDL.
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software.

Benefits

• Enjoy hybrid and flexible work schedules.
• Inclusive benefit package providing medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and qualifying family members.
• 401(k) with immediate vested company match.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan that is 100% paid by Psomas.
• A competitive salary! The expected range for this position is $36.00 - $50.00/hour depending on experience.
• 8 Paid Holidays & 3 Weeks of PTO.
• Career pathing, training + professional development.