Design Engineering Technical Lead
About The Position
We’re seeking Design Engineering Technical Leads to support large, heavy-civil infrastructure programs in highways, roads, and bridges, transit (including rail systems), aviation (international airports), and water sectors delivered through both traditional and alternative methods. These roles support multidisciplinary design delivery across complex transportation programs, with a focus on technical coordination, quality oversight, and integration of engineering work. This post is for future roles and not for a specific opportunity that is available right now. We accept applications and conduct interviews in advance of upcoming hiring needs. When a candidate is selected, their profile is activated in our talent pool for this specialty area. We notify our talent pool candidates first whenever we have a project need. This post targets Fresno, CA.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (civil, electrical, or related disciplines), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience supporting design delivery on large, multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with multiple stakeholders and interfaces.
- Experience coordinating across engineering disciplines and supporting integrated design efforts in complex project environments.
- Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements governing transportation and transit infrastructure in California.
- Experience working in client-facing or project delivery environments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams.
- Collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork, trust, and positive relationships.
- Ability to work effectively within established leadership structures while contributing technical expertise.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of California.
- Experience supporting rail or transit infrastructure programs, including systems, facilities, or stations.
- Experience working in DB, CMGC, or other alternative delivery environments.
- Experience supporting major capital programs in California (e.g., statewide transportation or transit initiatives).
- Familiarity with design management tools, document control systems, and interdisciplinary coordination platforms used on large infrastructure programs.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate multidisciplinary design efforts across large, complex transportation and transit projects, working closely with discipline leads and design management teams.
- Provide technical input and oversight for design development to ensure compliance with project requirements, applicable codes, and agency standards.
- Prepare, review, and coordinate engineering plans, specifications, calculations, and technical reports for major infrastructure programs.
- Coordinate design interfaces across multiple disciplines, contracts, and delivery packages to support integrated program delivery.
- Support and apply design workflows, quality control procedures, and document management processes across large, multi-stakeholder environments.
- Collaborate with project management, construction teams, and client stakeholders to support resolution of complex technical and constructability issues.
- Identify design risks and support mitigation strategies related to constructability, staging, phasing, and technical constraints on large-scale programs.
- Support compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks, agency standards, and permitting requirements.
- Provide guidance and technical support to junior engineering staff working on complex infrastructure projects.
- Coordinate with project controls teams (cost, schedule, risk) to support alignment between design development and program delivery requirements.
Benefits
- Unlimited flexible time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent or elder care)
- Long-term disability insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
- 401(k) plan with guaranteed employer contribution
- Formal career planning and development program
- $2,500 annually toward professional development
- Wellness program with monthly wellness stipend
- Company cell phone or cell phone plan reimbursement
- Free personalized meal planning and nutrition support with a registered dietitian
- Free personal financial planning services
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts
- Employee referral bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
