Senior Engineer

Position Summary

Location:

Bakersfield, CA, United States
Date Posted:
Jul 13, 2026

GEI’s Bakersfield, California office is currently seeking a Civil Engineer / Water Resources Engineer with a background in civil, agricultural, or water resources engineering. This individual will support and, depending on experience, lead field and engineering planning and design efforts related to agricultural water systems, irrigation district facilities, water resource facilities, and water conveyance infrastructure for clients in Kern County, the Central Valley, and Southern California.

• Provide technical oversight and design expertise for agricultural water, irrigation district, water conveyance, groundwater recharge/recovery, and related civil infrastructure projects, including canals, pipelines, pump stations, wells, turnouts, and recharge facilities.
• Support and/or oversee development of project scopes, fees, technical reports, plans, specifications, bid documents, schedules, and engineer’s estimates for multiple concurrent projects.
• Perform and review engineering analyses, including hydraulic, hydrologic, civil site, water conveyance, constructability, and cost-related evaluations.
• Review and evaluate design and construction practices for quality, constructability, cost, schedule, operability, and compliance with applicable standards and client requirements.
• Provide construction-phase oversight, including construction observation, administration, field coordination, RFI/submittal support, and construction management support for water resources, agricultural water, and civil infrastructure projects.
• Develop, monitor, and manage project implementation plans, schedules, budgets, deliverables, and internal quality control processes.
• Coordinate with internal project teams, external clients, agencies, contractors, and subconsultants, and attend or lead project meetings as appropriate.
• Support other areas of work including grant application development and planning.
• Mentor, supervise, and provide technical review for engineers, technicians, designers, and other technical staff, as appropriate for the candidate’s experience level and project role.
• Support and/or lead business development activities, including client relationship development, proposal preparation, and contributions to Bakersfield office and water resources practice growth.
• Travel to other offices and project sites as required, including temporary field assignments and occasional overnight travel.

• Registered Professional Engineer in California.
• 8-15+ years of professional experience.
• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or related field. M.S. degree a plus.
• Experience with detailed design, plans, and specification preparation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to work well alone and in a team atmosphere with experience supervising, supporting and directing staff and meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and review other people’s work.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong client relationships and desire to obtain new business.
• Willing to travel on temporary assignments as necessary, including field assignments.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $ – $/year
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Work Environment:
Sedentary (light, medium, other). Physical Activity Requirements:
Occasional (0‑35% of day), Frequent (33‑66% of day), and Intensive (67‑100% of day). Duration of activities include standing (4‑6 hours), walking (2 hours), climbing (30 minutes), and lifting up to 20 lbs at waist level and below. Repetitive tasks such as reaching forward or overhead, and keyboard use may occur for 10 minutes. Other sensory requirements include vision (near/far) and hearing.

Chemical, extreme temperatures, radiation, uneven surfaces, and dust exposure may be encountered. Work hours may include occasional overnight travel.

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.