Civil Engineer 7

CDM Smith • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

CDM Smith is seeking an engineer to support a variety of water projects, with the position based in Los Angeles or Irvine, California. The role focuses on water-related engineering and conveyance, with site/civil design experience relevant to water projects. The successful candidate will work with a diverse, collaborative, mentorship-driven team using current technologies to analyze, assess, rehabilitate, renew, and expand water, sewer, stormwater, process, and chemical conveyance systems. The position offers opportunities to advance as a project technical leader or project manager.

The engineer manages tasks on large projects or phases of smaller projects and supports the design of water and wastewater treatment facilities, water and sewer systems, pipelines, pump stations, remediation sites, and solid waste facilities. The role includes technical review, regulatory compliance, site reviews and studies, water quality analysis and modeling, proposal development, client engagement, technical knowledge development, and mentoring junior staff. Domestic and/or international travel may be required; the stated travel amount is 10% or less.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline; equivalent additional directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 12 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading water-related engineering projects.
• Ability to guide teams of engineers and scientists.
• Strong technical expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure design.
• Commitment to high-quality work, client service, and professional development.
• Knowledge of computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Knowledge of engineering design principles.
• Knowledge of Microsoft business software, including Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of state and local regulations.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required, depending on duties, responsibilities, workload, and project demands.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
• Client-focused approach and ability to partner with clients.
• Negotiation and presentation skills.
• 5–10 years of experience, preferably mostly in consulting and including design experience.
• Design experience in water/wastewater treatment and/or civil site engineering.
• Ability to lead teams and mentor or supervise junior professionals on design projects.
• PE license in California.

Responsibilities

• Manage tasks on large projects or phases of small projects.
• Support engineering designs for water and wastewater treatment facilities, water and sewer systems, pipelines, pump stations, remediation sites, and solid waste facilities.
• Review draft designs and reports for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ensure firm policies and practices are followed on designs.
• Perform site reviews and studies as needed to align designs with location specifications.
• Update design requirements as necessary.
• Perform water quality analyses and modeling.
• Develop white papers and technical design documentation for new or special-case designs and studies; submit technical papers and designs to technical journals.
• Collaborate with sales staff to prepare proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposals.
• Review draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, and regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Meet with current and potential clients to review their design needs.
• Attend conferences and symposia to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services, in collaboration with sales staff.
• Provide technical guidance and training to junior staff.
• Mentor junior staff and support their professional growth within the discipline and firm.
• May supervise junior engineers on project work.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• The company describes an employee experience that includes career growth and development, a challenging and progressive work environment, and support for employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

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