Design Engineer

Position Summary

ENGEO is seeking a passionate Civil Design Engineer to join our team and tackle dynamic, technically challenging projects. Working alongside our industry‑leading mentors, you will design and plan coastal revetment structures, earth retaining systems, landslide and slope repairs, and waterway restoration projects.

Location:

San Ramon Job Type: Full‑Time

• Prepare construction plans, design calculations, and detailed cost and quantity estimates for coastal, riparian, and civil infrastructure projects.
• Develop construction‑level drawings, specifications, and technical exhibits.
• Assist with written reports and key project deliverables, such as technical memos, reports, proposals, and permit applications.
• Actively participate in field investigations, including the logging of soil borings and the oversight of geotechnical drilling operations.
• Provide on‑site construction observation and support to ensure projects are executed in accordance with design specifications and safety standards.
• Assist with environmental site assessments, including groundwater and soil sampling and site characterization.
• Work daily alongside ENGEO’s geotechnical engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, and GIS/AutoCAD specialists to deliver integrated solutions.
• Effectively communicate with diverse project stakeholders, including private clients, subcontractors, and public regulatory agencies.
• Actively participate in mentorship opportunities and internal training to expand your technical and project management skill sets.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Civil Engineering
• 1 to 5 years of related work experience (early to mid‑career)
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products
• Team player who enjoys problem‑solving and fast‑paced environments
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Driven to go above and beyond in client service
• Entrepreneurial spirit and positive attitude
• Desire to continually learn and grow

• EIT or licensed PE in the state of California
• Experience with project management and consulting
• Familiar with the construction and infrastructure industry and project development phases

Our most important asset is our employees. The health and well‑being of our employees and their families are our top priority.

• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Medical Leave
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care Expenses
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Club Membership Reimbursement
• Fun social events! (BBQs, Happy Hours, sporting events, camping trips, and more)

ENGEO strives to create a positive, family‑oriented, and innovative environment, where employees are engaged and excellence‑driven. As an ENGEO team member, you will have access to mentorships, international opportunities, fun social events, and generous benefit packages. Here, you will receive exposure to a wide variety of projects, help to serve those around you, and drive business success.

to learn why we are consistently ranked as a Great Place to Work by our employees.

Founded in 1971, ENGEO is an employee‑owned firm of approximately 400+ geotechnical, coastal, and civil engineers, geologists, hydrologists, water resources engineers, environmental scientists, and construction‑phase field representatives. ENGEO serves a diverse range of clients and projects and has offices located throughout California, Nevada, New Zealand, Guam, and Australia.

NOTE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS: ENGEO does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Please do NOT send resumes to ENGEO employees. Please work through the Human Resources Department.

Approximately $75,000 - $85,000 annually, depending on experience level, skill set, and other considerations.