Design Engineer II-III
San Francisco, CA
Role Summary
At Sherwood Design Engineers, we value collaboration that incorporates multiple perspectives, and believe that diverse ideas produce more robust and equitable solutions. We have an amazing opportunity for a driven and curious Design Engineer focused on site civil design to support our team.
Minimum Skills
- Typically 2+ years of industry experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering - Civil and/or Environmental
- Exercises sound judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional and innovative work.
- Apply specific techniques and procedures based on established guidelines to complete assigned tasks
- Understands survey base files, coordinate frames and varying units
- Proficient in assembling and collating plan set packages
- Construction Documentation experience on Commercial, Institutional, and Residential projects
- Working knowledge of Windows, MS Office, and cloud-based collaboration software (Google Apps, Asana, Dropbox, Sharepoint, etc.)
- Proficient in AutoCAD
Preferred Skills
- Knowledge of civil design programs (Civil 3D, LDT, HydroCAD, Flowmasters, StormCAD, etc)
- Knowledge of Graphics programs (Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.)
- Certifications or other sustainability-oriented accreditation preferred (LEED, PE, etc.)
- Knowledge of natural systems, green infrastructure
- Knowledge of hydrology
- Knowledge of GIS principles
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
Expected Outcomes
- Physical Site Assessment and Field Visits
- Research, understand, and summarize regulatory requirements for residential, commercial, and industrial development projects, public works improvements, or other capital improvement projects using applied knowledge of civil engineering
- Data Collection and Processing
- Numerical Computations in the field of CIvil Engineering, Hydrology and Hydraulics, Stormwater management, etc
- Prepare Technical Reports, Project Specifications, and Cost Estimates
- Create and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics
- Use drafting tools or computer-aided design (CAD) equipment and software in design work.
- Design naturally and physically built structures using knowledge of biology, statistics, dynamics, materials, kinematics, hydrology, hydraulics, and geotechnics
- Oversee construction of projects to ensure adherence to design specifications
- Ensure projects comply with local zoning and ordinances, as well as national regulatory requirements
- Identify, evaluate, and document existing structures for signs for disrepair and provide design remedies as necessary
- May be required to approve designs that can impact the health, safety, and welfare of the general public, as required by law
What We Offer
- Own a part of the firm with ESOP eligibility after one year
- Flexible working - with every other Friday off
- Competitive Health plans, including PPO and HMO options, Dental and Vision plans
- Learning and Development stipend to use as you see fit
- Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays
- Automatic 401k enrollment
- Fun team events, lunches and happy hours to get to know colleagues outside of work
- A tangible opportunity to truly help the environment!
Compensation:
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Sherwood Design Engineers, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $80,000 to $110,000. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
