Drainage Designer​/EIT

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Full Time 3 Technicians Irvine, CA, Irvine, CA, US

4 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

We are currently seeking resumes from qualified, responsible, self-sufficient, energetic Drainage Designer/EIT-2 for our Irvine, CA office. The ideal candidate will be motivated to develop and build their personal knowledge and skills to assist with the growth and success of the office. We offer a friendly, professional atmosphere with excellent benefits and a salary commensurate with experience.

Job Description:

Use advanced knowledge obtained through higher education to exercise independent judgment in developing and completing designs and contract documents. Design municipal and state projects for streets/highways/freeways involving roadway, drainage, utilities, and traffic engineering. Ability to function as a project engineer and understand all aspects of design and plan production. Duties may also include management and marketing. Preparation and checking of design calculations, quantities, cost estimates, and project plans.

Self-motivated, technically proficient, possesses strong written and verbal communication skills and is team-oriented. Travel periodically within California and neighboring states, while being physically capable of performing fieldwork.

Primary

Job Duties:

• Review and interpretation of hydrology and hydraulic reports
• Review, interpretation, and understanding of design codes
• Development of hydrology and hydraulic models
• Using available open-source software and tools to perform geographic information analysis
• Establish and maintain schedules and offer progress reports on work performed

Job Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills):

• Minimum Education:
  
  Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years of civil experience or related field, while having an Engineer-in-Training (EIT); OR a minimum of five (5) years of civil experience or related field, including a post-graduate degree and registration with the Spanish Civil Engineer Association or an equivalently recognized international registration/chartering.
• Ability to test and pass the PE exam within a year of starting with the company or have passed the PE exam.
• Experience using AutoCAD and/or Micro Station.
• Project Wise experience is a plus.
• Open Roads and/or Civil 3D experience a plus.
• Experience using HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, QGIS, and Python a plus.
• Must have solid skills in the following areas: planning and scheduling; organization; problem-solving; and decision-making.
• Have familiarity with roadway design guidelines and codes.
• Experience with design calculations, preparation of quantities and cost estimates, preparation of special provisions, and preparation of project plans is desired.
• Valid Driver's License, with the ability to maintain insurability under the company's insurance carrier.

Competencies (To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies):

• Communicative - interacts openly with others; can maintain relationships, works well independently or with a team.
• Consultative
  - Consults with other disciplines as needed; tolerates different perspectives or opinions.
• Decisive & Action Oriented
  - Has a high level of energy and stamina; gets things done; makes sound educated but rapid decisions even when short of information; enjoys managing challenging projects and works well in fast-paced and pressure environments. Self-motivated and proactive
• Flexible
  - Adapts to new challenges and circumstances; able to multi-task; thrives on variety and frequently changing environments; creative problem solver. Resourcefulness, with minimal direction.
• Analytical
  - Uses sound data, and procedures, and follows all laws, rules, and regulations but is a solutionist or problem-solver.
• Conscientious and Organized
  - Believes professional integrity is paramount; understands the importance of project records; responsive to clients and deadline oriented; quality oriented.

Working Conditions and Environment:

This position will require general supervision and will have to use independent judgment within established guidelines. Generally, uses the advanced knowledge to analyze, interpret, or make deductions from varying facts or circumstances. Will need the ability to establish rapport quickly with others working on the same project, and…