6+ years of experience in civil and/or environmental engineering
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
Proficient in site grading, earthwork calculations, and road design
Experience with drainage systems and utility layout
Skilled in plan set package assembly and revision
Independent work ethic with sound judgment on design decisions
Ability to work with varied coordinate systems and file types
Responsibilities
Plan and design civil engineering projects such as highways and drainage systems
Analyze geological and topographical data for project planning
Calculate project feasibility based on engineering principles
Prepare reports, specifications, plans, and environmental studies
Inspect construction sites to ensure adherence to engineering standards
Direct and supervise construction and maintenance activities
Utilize computer-assisted design software for engineering documentation
Benefits
Eligibility for ESOP ownership after one year
Flexible working schedule with every other Friday off
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
Learning and development stipend for professional growth
Generous paid time off and holiday benefits
Automatic enrollment in 401k plan
Social team events to foster workplace camaraderie
Direct involvement in environmentally sustainable projects
Full Job Description
Project Engineer
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 Project Engineer focused on site civil design to support our team. The successful candidate will have a passion for sustainable design, building and maintaining client relationships and directing quality management processes to ensure work remains on track, within scope and on budget. This role includes delegation to design engineers and will leverage and promote each team member's strengths as a unique value add. This candidate should be prepared to work on projects throughout that country and internationally.
Minimum Skills
Typically 6+ years of industry experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering - Civil and/or Environmental
Experience with Site Grading, Earthwork Calculations, Road Design, Drainage (Calculations & Reports), Utility Layout & Sizing, Technical Report Writing
Experience in assembling and collating plan set packages
Previous experience in putting together plan set packages and providing redlines for drafters
Works independently under general supervision
Exercise sound judgment on design decisions and in application of standard methods
Work with multiple site base files oriented in different coordinate frames and varying units
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of Graphics programs (Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.)
Certifications or other sustainability-oriented accreditation preferred (LEED, PE, etc.)
Knowledge of GIS principles
Client and project team coordination
Project schedule and design workplanning
Expected Outcomes
Plans, designs, and oversees civil engineering projects, such as airports, bridges, buildings, channels, dams, harbors, irrigation systems, pipelines, power plants, railroads, roads, sewage systems, tunnels, and water supply
Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, and aerial photographs on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design project
Calculates cost and determines feasibility of project based on analysis of collected data, applying knowledge and techniques of engineering, and advanced mathematics
Prepares or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for project
Inspects construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards
May direct construction and maintenance activities at project site
May use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents
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 $123,000 to $150,000. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
