Associate Civil Engineer - Irvine

At Dokken Engineering, we don't just design infrastructure - we build solutions that improve lives. If you're driven by purpose, thrive on collaboration, and want to work on complex, meaningful capital improvement projects, we want to hear from you!

We are hiring Associate Engineers for our Irvine office. Under the supervision of Senior Engineers, you will assist with a range of civil engineering tasks, guiding projects from initial concept to preliminary engineering, and from final design through construction. You will perform engineering work and exercise independent judgment.

• Execute engineering tasks for the planning, design, and construction of transportation projects
• Produce detailed roadway/structure designs, design calculations, technical reports, and PS&E for transportation facilities
• Coordinate with internal disciplines, utility companies, subconsultants, resource agencies, and clients

• Oversee project progress and budget/expenditures
• Perform quality control and establish BMPs for work products
• Direct and mentor engineering assistant engineers, technicians, and interns in their work
• Support marketing and proposal efforts

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain a reciprocal license within 6 months
• 4-10 years of transportation project experience after graduation
• CA driver’s license

• Success in delivery of PS&E bid packages for transportation projects
• Understanding of multi-disciplinary team coordination, compilation of design and construction documents, and local agency and Caltrans design standards and practices
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and transportation design software, including Civil 3D, Micro Station, or AutoCAD
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills and proven ability to work in a team environment
• Commitment to delivering quality work products and superior service to clients

• Will sit, stand, or walk for the entire duration of a workday
• Will use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices regularly
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Work mostly indoors; occasionally work outdoors
• Usually work near others, such as in a shared office space
• Occasionally wear protective gear, such as a hard hat and safety vest
• Sometimes work in noisy or distracting work environments
• Occasionally travel to a project site by automobile and/or airplane
• Occasionally work from a vehicle while at project sites

FLSA Status:
Full-Time Exempt

Compensation:
Annual salary ranges from $100,000 to $135,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience

• Competitive pay with bonus program
• Exceptional medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with generous company match and ESOP contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Introductory/Probationary Period:
At-Will Employment

Locations:
Irvine, CA

Schedule:

Full-time;
Monday to Friday

Dokken Engineering is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. There shall be no discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, national origin, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, military service, or political affiliation.

We are an inclusive organization that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based solely on individual merit.

We look forward to meeting you!