Senior Engineering Designer (Land Development)

Job description

SENIOR ENGINEERING DESIGNER (LAND DEVELOPMENT) - Irvine, CA What we're looking for? The Senior Engineering Technician can independently solve design problems and carry out tasks assigned by civil engineers and project managers with little supervision. They must be highly proficient in AutoCAD Civil3D to independently prepare technical engineering plans. They will also research engineering requirements, prepares basic engineering calculations, maintain company CAD standards, and assist in preparing reports or related work as required. What you will do Technical Carries out tasks assigned by the Project Lead and engineering team. Assisting with the design of on-site and off-site improvements under the direction of senior engineering staff. Develops civil plan sets (grading, drainage, and paving) from sketches in AutoCAD Civil 3D. Proficient in AutoCAD Civil3D grading feature lines, terrain model, earthworks, corridors, labels, etc. Proficient in AutoCAD Civil3D utility pipe networks, modification of utility structures, etc. Determines scales, layout, and need for specific detail. Prepares drawings per company CAD standards and project-dependent CAD specifications. Manages personal time allotted to various tasks in order to meet obligations of one or more projects, including budget, quality and schedule. Other duties as assigned. What you have Education + Experience 6+ years of experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, civil engineering, and/or land development projects General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet, etc. Physical Requirements and/or Working Conditions Prolonged periods of sitting (up to 8 hours a day for office staff) Interacting with technology (computer, cellphone, etc.) A bility to lift and/or carry items ( up to 20 lbs.) Prolonged periods of standing/walking (field checks) A bility to work outdoors in various weather conditions (field checks) Occasional travel e.g. driving to offices, jobsites, client meetings, etc. Why Join Us? Great culture – Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work Competitive Pay ($100,000 - $135,000 DOE + location) Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright for you + family 401(k) and Profit Sharing Paid Holidays Generous PTO Free office snacks Much more! We welcome the opportunity to partner with recruitment agencies when additional support is needed. To ensure a consistent hiring process, all inquiries, including partnership opportunities and candidate submissions, must be directed to . In addition, Kier + Wright does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from agencies that do not have an executed agreement in place or have not been specifically engaged for a particular search. Any unsolicited candidate information submitted outside of this process may be considered the property of Kier + Wright, and no placement fee or other financial obligation will be incurred. Privacy Notice_2025.pdf