Civil Engineer

Design Engineer I

Los Angeles, CA (for a team located out of San Francisco, CA)

Sherwood is a civil and environmental engineering firm committed to investing in people, communities and the environment. We specialize in sustainable infrastructure, water management strategies, green building design, and systems‑based solutions that conserve and manage all site resources—carbon, energy, water, and waste. Our projects include Hudson Yards, the San Francisco Better Streets Plan, the Greater New Orleans Urban Water Plan, and many more award‑winning initiatives worldwide.

We are seeking a driven and curious Design Engineer focused on land development design. The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, providing technical expertise, and contributing to complex infrastructure projects that support our mission of creating environmentally and socially regenerative solutions.

• Typically industry internship experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering – Civil and/or Environmental
• Sound judgment in applying standard methods to conventional and innovative work
• Ability to work with multiple site base files in differing coordinate frames and units
• Knowledge of topographic information and design
• Working knowledge of Windows, MS Office, and cloud‑based collaboration tools (Google Apps, Asana, Dropbox, SharePoint, etc.)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD

• Knowledge of civil design programs (Civil 3D, Hydro
  
  CAD, Flowmasters, Storm
  
  CAD, etc.)
• Familiarity with graphics programs (Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.)
• Certifications or sustainability‑oriented accreditation (LEED, EIT, etc.)
• Understanding of GIS principles
• Experience with the Adobe Creative Suite

• Conduct physical site assessment and field visits
• Research, understand, and summarize regulatory requirements for residential, commercial, industrial, and public works projects
• Collect and process data
• Perform numerical computations in civil engineering, hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater management
• Prepare technical reports, project specifications, and cost estimates
• Create and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics
• Use drafting tools and CAD software for design work
• Oversee project construction to ensure adherence to design specifications
• Ensure compliance with local zoning, ordinances, and national regulations

• Part ownership with ESOP eligibility after one year
• Flexible working – every other Friday off
• Competitive health plans (PPO, HMO), dental, and vision coverage
• Learning and development stipend
• Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays
• Automatic 401(k) enrollment
• Team events, lunches, and happy hours
• Opportunity to make a tangible positive environmental impact

The wage range for this role is approximately $73,000 to $82,000, based on factors such as skill set, experience, licensure, certifications, and organizational needs. Geographic differentials are reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.