Entry Level Civil Design Engineer

LPA, Inc. • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

Join the 2025 AIA Firm Award Winner shaping a more sustainable future.
LPA is a collective of designers, engineers, and researchers committed to tackling the biggest issues of our time. Our "No Excuses" integrated design approach was recognized by the AIA as “a trailblazer in sustainable, high-performance architecture". At LPA you’ll be part of the team that is changing the way the industry thinks about design and carbon emissions, built around the belief that we only achieve our goals when everybody has a seat at the table and all input is valued.
We’re currently seeking an Entry Level Civil Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. You’ll be part of a culture that values deep collaboration, technical excellence, and continual growth. As a member of our civil engineering team, you will work on a broad range of projects. Examples of completed projects include Edwards Lifesciences, County of Orange Administration, and San Marcos High School. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across our studios in California and Texas—and help bring high-performance, community-first design to life.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Broad understanding of civil engineering principles with experience in site development.
• Enthusiastic commitment to the multidisciplinary design process and team environment.
• Curious and open to learning.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Engineers and Project Managers in the successful execution of assigned project tasks and deliverables.
• Prepare and coordinate presentations and technical documentation for schematic design, design development, and construction document phases.
• Review, track, and process construction administration documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Participate in professional associations and industry activities to support continued learning and professional growth.

Benefits

• Mentorship from Managing Directors, Design Directors, and senior team members across disciplines.
• Career development support, including licensure incentives, professional development grants, and in-house training.
• Ongoing education through LPA+U courses and Tech Talks focused on innovative, sustainable practices.
• 8 paid hours of volunteer time each year.
• Opportunities to propose and lead projects that impact your local community, including more than $1 million since 2015 in Habitat for Humanity builds, scholarships, and other pro bono community projects.
• Access to our Professional Development Grants program, created to encourage professional development and further LPA's collective knowledge as a firm. Over the life of the grant program, we have invested $1,196,890 and impacted 848 LPA employees.
• Competitive salaries and a robust benefits package—including health and dental insurance, retirement and financial planning, wellness initiatives, and flexible work/life programs.
• This position is eligible for an annual bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees