Project Engineer Site Design

Title: Project Engineer – Site Design

Location: San Jose, CA
Work Arrangement: Full-Time, Onsite

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer – Site Design with strong hands-on experience in site development and civil design. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience, an EIT certification, and strong proficiency in Civil 3D and AutoCAD.

This role will lead and coordinate civil design projects involving residential, commercial, mixed-use, public/private, and DSA projects, from planning and design through permitting and construction. The position will work closely with project managers, clients, consultants, contractors, and government agencies.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in site development and civil design for a variety of projects.
• Strong hands-on experience with residential, commercial, mixed-use, public/private, and DSA projects.
• EIT certification required, with active progress toward obtaining a California PE license.
• Strong experience with Civil 3D and AutoCAD, including corridors, hydrology, and pipe networks.
• Experience with HydroCAD, WaterCAD, AutoTURN, or similar civil engineering software.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Grading and drainage
  • Hydrology and hydraulics
  • Stormwater quality
  • Utilities
  • Geometric layout
  • Land development
• Ability to independently lead site development, grading/drainage, utility, street improvement, parking, and stormwater plans from planning through construction.
• Experience with project coordination, QA/QC, permitting, consultants, contractors, RFIs, submittals, site visits, and agency approvals.
• Good knowledge of state and local government agency requirements and permitting processes.
• Experience with project scheduling, budget tracking, billing/invoices, and client coordination.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.