Civil Engineer I

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd. • Reno, NV

36d

About The Position

Bowman is hiring a Civil Engineer I for its team in Reno, Nevada. The role evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to moderately complex projects. Working with general instruction and direction as needed, the engineer applies standard engineering techniques and design principles; more senior staff review the work to ensure sound professional judgment.

The engineer works with senior engineers, clients, agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on project issues. The position focuses on civil engineering for land and site development, including developing initial design approaches, completing assigned project phases, preparing plans, specifications and reports, and performing design calculations with computer-aided software. The engineer may also provide technical assistance through field investigations or inspections, design and calculation work, checking computations, and coordinating design aspects.

This is an entry-level opportunity for a candidate with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related engineering discipline. The position may be eligible for remote or hybrid arrangements. Bowman describes its workplace as collaborative and supportive, with competitive compensation and benefits designed to support employee development and well-being.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related engineering discipline by the time of employment.
• Experience with computer applications and civil engineering design software such as Civil3D in a professional or academic setting.
• Familiarity with reading construction plans.
• Familiarity with storm drain modeling and Rational Method hydrologic calculations.
• Familiarity with open-channel and detention-basin modeling and design.
• Experience researching zoning, development standards, development review processes, compliance matters, regulations, and standards.
• Ability to multitask and coordinate across multiple projects, clients, and sub-consultants.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Projects.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple time-sensitive tasks, communicate effectively, and demonstrate attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
• Civil engineering experience; land and site development industry experience is also a plus.
• Land development engineering experience and skills, including large- and small-scale drainage and BMP design.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil3D, AES, CIVILD, WSPGW, PCSWMM, StormCAD, HEC-HMS, and HEC-RAS.
• Familiarity with HEC-RAS modeling and CLOMR/LOMR applications and processing.

Responsibilities

• Work with senior-level engineers, clients, agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on moderately complex engineering project issues.
• Conceptualize the initial civil design approach for assigned phases of large land and site development projects.
• Complete civil engineering work for assigned phases of large land and site development projects.
• Assist with developing plans, specifications, and reports.
• Complete design work and calculations using computer-aided software.
• Provide technical assistance in resolving design problems, including field investigations or inspections, detailed design and calculations, checking design computations completed by others, and coordinating project design aspects.
• Assist with preparing reports, narratives, development applications, submittal documents, and response letters.
• Coordinate work across multiple projects, clients, and sub-consultants.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level