Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer

Bogotá, COL

Cloud Kitchens helps restaurateurs around the world succeed in online food delivery - our goal is to make food more affordable, higher quality and convenient for everyone.

We take underutilized properties and transform them into smart kitchens so they can better serve restaurateurs, customers and the neighborhoods they're in. Every time we launch a new facility we create jobs in that neighborhood, and we're proud to provide a wide range of cuisines and options for healthy food at an affordable price.

We're changing the game for restaurateurs whether they're entrepreneurs opening their first restaurant all the way through to your favorite global quick-service restaurant chains.

We are seeking a Civil Engineer to support the evaluation, design, permitting, and execution of facility development projects across our growing portfolio. As part of our vertically integrated engineering team, you will be responsible for assessing site feasibility, utility infrastructure, drainage systems, grading, ADA compliance, and external utility coordination.

This role is highly focused on existing-site evaluation and infrastructure strategy. We are looking for engineers who can quickly assess site constraints, understand utility availability and capacity, and develop practical, cost-effective solutions that support project schedules and operational requirements.

You will work closely with Architecture, Structural, Mechanical, Plumbing, Geotechnical, Construction, Development, and Operations teams to ensure sites are designed for constructability, regulatory compliance, and long-term operational success.

• Perform site due diligence assessments for prospective and active development projects.
• Investigate local permitting requirements, utility regulations, development standards, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Evaluate existing utility infrastructure, including:
• Domestic water
• Fire water
• Sanitary sewer
• Storm drainage
• Natural gas
• Electrical service infrastructure
• Coordinate with utility providers to determine service availability, capacities, connection requirements, and upgrade needs.
• Develop utility connection strategies from public infrastructure to building connection points.
• Design and coordinate:
• Site utility systems
• Grading and drainage plans
• Stormwater management systems
• Grease interceptor locations and site integration
• Paving improvements
• Curb and gutter systems
• ADA access routes and site accessibility improvements
• Develop stormwater management strategies, including:
• SWPPP requirements
• Low Impact Development (LID) measures
• Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs)
• Water quality requirements
• Coordinate with Architectural and Plumbing teams to determine optimal locations for:
• Grease interceptors
• Utility entry points
• Fire water services
• Electrical service equipment
• Water and gas connections
• Coordinate with surveyors and geotechnical consultants to evaluate site conditions, access constraints, environmental concerns, and constructability challenges.
• Produce schematic designs, permit drawings, and construction documents.
• Support entitlement, permitting, bid review, and construction administration activities.
• Coordinate with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), utility agencies, and public works departments throughout project development.
• Support value engineering efforts and identify opportunities to simplify site construction, reduce costs, and accelerate schedules.

Approximately:

• 25% Site due diligence and utility investigations
• 25% Civil design and basis-of-design development
• 30% Permitting, agency coordination, and consultant management
• 20% Research, standardization, and process improvement initiatives

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 5–8 years of experience in civil engineering design, land development, infrastructure design, or site development projects.
• Strong experience evaluating existing site infrastructure and utility systems.
• Experience designing:
• Utility services and connections
• Stormwater drainage systems
• Site grading and paving
• ADA-compliant site improvements
• Sanitary sewer systems
• Utility relocation and…