Civil Design Engineer

Tait & Associates, Inc.•Sacramento, CA

5d•$60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

TAIT is seeking a Civil Design Engineer for its Rancho Cordova, California office to support land-development projects from preliminary layout through final plan production. The role involves grading, drainage analysis, street design and widening, and water, sewer, and storm-drain systems. Day-to-day work includes Civil 3D modeling, earthwork calculations, and preparing SWMPs, drainage studies, and utility reports in collaboration with an experienced engineering team. The engineer transforms initial design information into construction documents, prepares engineering drawings to specified standards, and develops plans and exhibits using field data and engineering research. TAIT describes a collaborative, people-first culture, opportunities for mentorship and professional growth, and flexible work arrangements.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
One to three years of experience in the civil engineering field; entry-level candidates are also considered.
Proficiency with AutoCAD 2009 or newer, Civil 3D, and Hydrology Hydraulics software.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

E.I.T. certification is preferred.
Experience with commercial-retail projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

Transform initial rough product design information into working construction documents using AutoCAD.
Use AutoCAD to establish horizontal and vertical alignments, profiles, and cross sections, and perform earthwork calculations.
Use AutoCAD and Civil 3D to prepare plans for drainage, precise grading, water, sewer, storm drain, street improvements, and site planning for land-development projects.
Prepare engineering drawings to specified standards.
Design basic construction documents and prepare special exhibits and constraint maps using field data and engineering research.
Support land-development projects from preliminary layout through final plan production, including grading, drainage analysis, street design and widening, and water, sewer, and storm-drain systems.
Prepare SWMPs, drainage studies, and utility reports.

Benefits

Medical insurance options, including PPO and HDHP plans with Health Savings Accounts; no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage.
Dental plans with little to no deductible.
Vision PPO plan.
Company-paid life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick time.
Annual Strava and Headspace memberships for health and wellness.
Maternity and paternity leave options.
Support for professional growth and development.
ID theft protection and monitoring.
Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness plans.
Dependent care and flexible spending accounts.
Employee assistance program.
Corporate Lodging Program (CLC).
Flexible work schedule options, including remote, hybrid, and in-person arrangements.