Civil Engineer

Job Overview

This civil engineer role is for someone who wants to see their designs take shape on the ground. You'll work on projects that define the infrastructure in San Diego, CA, from initial concept through construction. It's a mix of office planning and field verification, where your calculations directly impact what gets built.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop site plans, grading designs, and utility layouts for commercial and public works projects.
• Prepare construction documents, specifications, and cost estimates for bidding.
• Perform field inspections to ensure work complies with approved plans and regulations.
• Coordinate with survey crews, architects, and local agency reviewers throughout project lifecycles.
• Analyze stormwater runoff and design drainage systems that meet local codes.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field is required.
• You need at least an EIT certification; a Professional Engineer (PE) license is a major plus.
• Hands on experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is non negotiable for this position.
• A solid grasp of local land development codes and permitting processes in San Diego, CA is important.
• The job involves occasional site visits, which means navigating active construction areas in various weather conditions.

What It's Like In This Role

You'll split your time between a standard office setting and project sites around San Diego, CA. The team typically includes other engineers, CAD technicians, and project managers; collaboration happens daily. Most of your technical work will center on Civil 3D, with some time spent in hydrology modeling software. Expect a steady workload with predictable deadlines; it gets busier during peak construction seasons or when permit submittals are due.

Why You'll Like This Opportunity

The variety here comes from working on different project types; one week it might be a retail pad site, the next a municipal street improvement. There's clear potential to grow into a project manager role if that's your aim. Since JobXi partners with many firms in San Diego, CA, you get exposure to different company cultures and ways of operating through a single application.

Schedule & Work Type

This is a standard full time position based on a 40 hour week. The role is primarily onsite to support both office collaboration and field duties; hybrid schedules are sometimes possible but not guaranteed. Overtime may be requested to meet critical project milestones.

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Equal Opportunity

The hiring employer provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to protected characteristics as defined by law. Their selection process focuses on skills and professional fit for the role in San Diego, CA.

Disclaimer

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