Civil/Site E.I.T.

Colliers Engineering & Design • Irvine, CA

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About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Engineering Designer II for its Civil/Site division in its Irvine, California office. The role contributes to the design and development of energy, residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use land development projects. Work includes site feasibility and conceptual planning; stormwater management; grading and drainage; utility design; erosion and sediment control; and permitting. The Engineering Designer (E.I.T.) may also conduct permitting research and due diligence and write specifications and reports. The position uses AutoCAD Civil 3D and works with design team managers and other disciplines to complete projects within established budgets and deadlines.

The Civil/Site team offers specialized training and professional development opportunities. The company describes its projects as shaping communities through sustainable and impactful designs that support future growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 2–4 years of experience in site/civil land development or related engineering fields.
• Knowledge of local city, county, and state land use processes and regulations.
• Technical proficiency in stormwater management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading, and other site-development-related designs.
• Demonstrated AutoCAD Civil 3D skills and ability to design site layouts from concept through completion.
• Ability to interact well with coworkers, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical and judgment capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English to comprehend written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction drawings, set up plan sheets, and prepare details and exhibits.
• Prepare grading plans, street improvements, utilities, and details.
• Ensure technical accuracy, compliance with standard engineering practices, and proper documentation and file management of plans, reports, and design documents.
• Identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and propose solutions with guidance from senior engineers and project managers.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other disciplines to support seamless project execution.
• Assist with basic stormwater calculations and reporting.
• Plot and assemble civil engineering plans and reports.
• Assist other departments with engineering and technical support needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid pregnancy disability leave.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
• Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
• Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
• Straight-time compensation for exempt employees' billable hours worked beyond 40 billable hours in a work week.
• Education reimbursement.
• Free in-house access to hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses.
• Mentorship program.
• Wellness program.
• Women’s Organization.
• Ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
• Safe and comfortable work environment.
• Career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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