Civil Graduate Engineer - Land Development

Westwood Professional Services • Fresno, CA

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About The Position

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Graduate Engineer to support a licensed Civil Engineer on a team while learning the company’s standard practices and local agency codes. The role involves substantial use of AutoCAD Civil3D and is intended for someone pursuing a Professional Engineering license. The successful candidate is organized, self-motivated, and able to work collaboratively to resolve complex issues on time and within budget.

The position supports land development projects through preparation of exhibits, design drawings, entitlement documents, quantity calculations, justification letters, and construction drawings. Westwood describes its purpose as creating a better world through work that transforms the energy grid, designs resilient infrastructure, and develops communities. The company emphasizes relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, growth, collaboration, safety, sustainability, and operational excellence. Westwood provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or the ability to obtain one within 6–12 months.
• Engineer-in-Training Certificate, or the ability to obtain one within 6–12 months.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, AutoCAD, Civil3D, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.
• Competent technical skills to complete engineering tasks and the ability to proactively pursue design solutions.
• Strong communication skills with team members and clients, including active listening.
• Outgoing, friendly, approachable team-player qualities.
• Ability to be open to others’ ideas, compromise, and accept differing ideas.
• Detail-oriented while also flexible enough to consider broader concepts.
• Ability to follow general directions and firm policies, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a supportive team member.
• Good reputation among peers, clients, and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exhibits and design drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Coordinate with agency staff and internal support teams on designs, analysis, and issues.
• Prepare entitlement documents for Tentative Maps, Vacations, Zone Changes, and other entitlements.
• Calculate quantities using Microsoft Excel and prepare justification letters using Microsoft Word.
• Assist with construction drawings in AutoCAD Civil3D, including grading plans, plan and profiles, construction details, storm drain, water and sewer facilities, and signage and striping plans.
• Support a licensed Civil Engineer while learning company standard practices and local agency codes.

What This Job Offers

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