Design Engineer II - Water Resources
About The Position
Apex Companies, including CWE, is a rapidly growing firm in the AEC industry, recognized for its industry-leading growth. We are seeking a Design Engineer II - Water Resources to join our team at our headquarters in Fullerton, California. This role offers a career opportunity within a dynamic organization, providing chances for growth and advancement. You will develop valuable engineering and technical skills under industry-recognized leaders, working on innovative solutions to environmental and engineering challenges that improve communities and the environment. The Design Engineer II will develop broad knowledge and skills in a specific practice area, evaluating and applying standard techniques for conventional projects. They will use judgment for non-routine assignments, apply principles of probability and statistics to determine risk, and value ethical behavior. The role involves performing moderate design tasks, preparing portions of plans, specifications, and project documents, conducting research and field investigations, and assisting with schedule and budget requirements. There is an expectation to begin taking a supervisory role and to be involved in developing project scopes, schedules, and proposals.
Requirements
- 2+ Years of Experience in Civil Engineering or related field
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program or other Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years’ Architect-Engineering (AE) industry experience
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) / Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) (or 4+ years AE experience)
- Proficient knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D software
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, etc.)
- Abilities in ESRI ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or related geospatial software
- Proficient in PDF software, such as Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat, etc.
- Abilities to grasp and become proficient in new software and technologies
- Ability to pay attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic
- Good interpersonal abilities for working in a team environment
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and take direction
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to self-motivate and work productively without supervision
- Proactive approach/self-starter/takes initiative
- Positive attitude/team player
- Ability to kneel, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs
- Valid California driver’s license and insurable driving record
Nice To Haves
- MS, PhD or other advanced degree(s) in related fields
- California Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Civil Engineering
- Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP)
- Member of professional practice organization (e.g. ASCE, ACEC, APWA, etc..)
- Involved in outreach and service activities with community service organizations
Responsibilities
- Prepare project concepts through final design plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) bid packages
- Solve design problems using engineering calculations and following general design standards
- Prepare complete engineering reports related to civil site improvements, storm drainage, water distribution and transmission systems, pumping systems, pipelines, utilities, streets and roadways, bikeways, sanitary sewer collection systems, and water and wastewater facilities
- Prepare and/or support reports and technical writing related to engineering projects, proposals, grants and other initiatives
- Prepare project drawings/designs in AutoCAD Civil3D software
- Utilize AutoCAD Civil3D to establish horizontal and vertical alignments, profiles, cross sections, and perform earthwork calculations
- Serve on project teams under the supervision of CWE Project Managers
- Complete assignments on time and within budget and achieve firm’s quality objectives
- Interact with public and private clients and stakeholders
- Interact with multi-discipline and multi-office teams
Benefits
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Develop valuable engineering and technical skills under industry recognized leaders
- Contribute to a positive movement that will improve our communities, environment, and the world
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
