Civil Transportation Engineer I / Design Engineer

BKF

$86K — $106K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program
  • 1-3 years of experience in transportation and site development
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
  • Familiarity with civil engineering design principles
  • EIT or FE certification preferred
  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred

Responsibilities

  • Perform geometric calculations and plotting for transportation design projects
  • Conduct routine hydraulics calculations for drainage and utility system design
  • Prepare site grading calculations and generate grading plans using CAD tools
  • Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to develop design documents
  • Gather and analyze data from public agencies for project planning
  • Collaborate with project engineers to ensure design accuracy
  • Assist in reviewing plans and calculations for compliance

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries with bonuses and profit sharing
  • Generous paid time off and 9 paid holidays
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Education reimbursement and coverage for professional dues
  • Award-winning benefits and perks
Full Job Description
We9re hiring a Transportation Design Engineer with a couple years of experience in civil infrastructure design to join our Bay Area offices. You9ll collaborate within a multidisciplinary team on a wide range of transportation projects, contributing from concept through construction documentation. As part of BKF9s Transportation team, you9ll work alongside of experienced engineers on assignments spanning roadway, highway, and public infrastructure. You9ll apply standard engineering techniques and judgment while gaining hands-on experience and growing in a supportive environment. Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D and a California E.I.T. certification are strong assets, along with a proactive mindset and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities
  • Perform geometric calculations and plotting, including cross-sections, profiles, and alignments for transportation design projects
  • Conduct routine hydraulics calculations to support drainage and utility system design
  • Prepare site grading calculations and generate grading plans using CAD tools
  • Utilize computer and CAD systems, including AutoCAD Civil 3D, to develop and refine design documents
  • Gather and analyze data from public agencies to support project planning, permitting, and design decisions
  • Collaborate with project engineers and managers to ensure design accuracy and alignment with project goals
  • Assist in reviewing plans and calculations for completeness and compliance with applicable standards

Requirements

  • B.S. in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited curriculum (or equivalent) required
  • 1-3 years of experience in transportation and site development including design of residential and/or commercial subdivisions, utility systems, roadways, and public works projects
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and judgment in support of project design
  • Familiarity with civil engineering design principles and documentation
  • EIT (Engineer-in-Training) or FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) certification preferred
  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D for grading, drainage, and utility design preferred


Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.

Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.

Benefits
  • The typical base salary range for this position is $86,767 - $106,049 annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
  • Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401k.
  • Generous paid time off packages.
  • 9 Paid Holidays.
  • Flexible schedules.
  • Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.
  • BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more click here.

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