Design Engineer – Water Resources
BKF Engineers
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Sacramento • 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 & Tools
hydrology calculationshydraulic calculationsstormwater designdrainage designerosion control planstechnical specificationsquantity takeoffscost estimatesengineering techniquesproject documentation
Soft Skills
communication skillscollaboration skillstechnical feedback incorporationconstructability considerationsplanning skillsdesign review participationmultidisciplinary teamworkclient interactionproblem-solvingorganizational skills
Certifications
Bachelor of Science in Civil EngineeringEIT certificationFE certification