BKF Engineers

Design Engineer – Water Resources

BKF Engineers

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Newport Beach • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $73,000 - $97,000 per year

About the role

  • Assist in the planning, design, and analysis of water resources projects, including drainage systems, stormwater management facilities, flood control improvements, and hydraulic infrastructure
  • Prepare hydrology and hydraulic calculations and develop stormwater, drainage, and erosion control plans using standard engineering practices and software tools
  • Develop water resources design drawings and technical exhibits using AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D in accordance with local agency standards, codes, and permitting requirements
  • Support the preparation of water resources studies, technical memoranda, feasibility analyses, and planning documents for public and private sector projects
  • Participate in internal design reviews and coordinate with senior engineers to incorporate technical feedback, agency comments, and constructability considerations
  • Assist in the development of technical specifications, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimates to support project proposals and construction documentation
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and outside agencies to support permitting efforts and ensure project milestones are met

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited curriculum
  • EIT or FE certification preferred
  • 2-3 years of experience in drainage and stormwater design
  • Experience with AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D
  • Familiarity with preparing documents, specifications, and design plans
  • Strong verbal and written communication and collaboration skills
  • Exposure to public agency standards and permitting processes
  • Ability to apply standard engineering techniques and judgment to support project
Benefits
  • Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401k.
  • BKF pays 100% of the premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage and 50% for your dependents.
  • Generous vacation and sick time packages.
  • 8 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.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
hydrology calculationshydraulic calculationsstormwater designdrainage designerosion control planstechnical specificationsquantity takeoffscost estimatesengineering techniquesproject proposals
Soft skills
communication skillscollaboration skillstechnical feedback incorporationconstructability considerationsplanning skillsdesign review participationmultidisciplinary teamworkclient interactionagency coordinationproblem-solving
Certifications
Bachelor of Science in Civil EngineeringEIT certificationFE certification