Civil Engineer-in-Training

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KPFF's Orange County Civil team is seeking a Civil Engineer-in-Training to join our Newport Beach office. You will contribute to a variety of land development and site design projects while developing hands‑on experience in grading, drainage, utility design, permitting, and construction documentation. Working alongside licensed professional engineers and project managers, you will have opportunities to strengthen your Civil 3D skills, participate throughout the project lifecycle, and take on greater responsibility as your experience grows.

• Develop civil engineering designs:
  Assist with the planning and design of site development and infrastructure improvements, including grading, drainage, stormwater, utilities, roadways, and related civil systems.
• Produce plans and technical deliverables:
  Prepare engineering drawings, exhibits, calculations, specifications, and supporting documentation using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other engineering software.
• Perform engineering calculations and analysis:
  Complete design calculations and technical evaluations to support project development, incorporating applicable engineering principles, agency requirements, and project criteria.
• Participate in field and construction activities:
  Conduct site visits to document existing conditions, gather information, and support design development. Assist with construction observations and coordination as projects move into the field.
• Support permitting and agency coordination:
  Help prepare permit packages, respond to agency comments, and coordinate with local jurisdictions, consultants, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Apply codes and design standards:
  Incorporate California codes, accessibility requirements, local agency criteria, engineering standards, and construction requirements into project designs and documentation.
• Work collaboratively across project teams:
  Coordinate with engineers, project managers, designers, and outside consultants to address technical issues, incorporate design feedback, and maintain accurate project deliverables.
• Build technical expertise:
  Continue developing proficiency in Civil 3D, engineering calculations, design standards, project documentation, and civil engineering practices while taking on increasing responsibility as your experience grows.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• EIT Required
• Relevant experience in civil design, drafting, land development, site development, infrastructure, or related civil engineering projects.
• Working knowledge of civil engineering and design principles, including site planning, grading, drainage, utilities, roadways, and water/wastewater systems.
• Experience using AutoCAD and Civil 3D for civil design and plan production; familiarity with HydroCAD or similar design/modeling tools is preferred.
• Working knowledge of applicable California codes, local regulations, accessibility requirements, agency standards, and design/construction standards for site development projects.
• Ability to prepare accurate drawings, exhibits, calculations, and project…