Junior Civil Engineer

Job Type: Full Time
Location: West Sacramento, CA; Stockton, CA
Minimum Experience: Preferred: Two years of relevant and increasingly responsible design engineering related experience+
Required Education: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, or equivalent
Required Licensure: Engineer in Training Certificate; California Drivers License

General Description of Position

The Junior Civil Engineer provides research, design, calculation, project coordination and CAD support to the Project Manager, Project Engineer and Project Surveyor. Assignments generally may include, but are not limited to, the preparation of design calculations, cost estimates, quantity calculations, CAD drawings, specifications, maps, plats, exhibits, descriptions, local agency application packages, letters, project memoranda and reports under the direct supervision of a Project Manager, Project Engineer or Project Surveyor.  Position requires good verbal and written communication skills.  Position requires contact with firm’s clients and local public agency personnel..

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform routine engineering design and surveying assignments under the direction of a Project Manager, Project Engineer, or Project Surveyor.
• Prepare and format improvement plans, profiles, cross-sections, and details for various project types, including:
  • Flood control
  • Site improvement
  • Grading and drainage
  • Street improvements
  • Water supply, treatment, and distribution
  • Wastewater collection and treatment
  • Storm drainage collection and pump stations

Technical Skills and Experience

• Competent in:
  • Site and public works improvement plans and specifications
  • Opinions of probable costs and grading balance calculations
  • Quantity and hydraulic calculations
  • Regulatory permitting processes and utility research
  • Public contract requirements and survey control
  • Federal, state, and local agency design and mapping standards
• Proficient in software including:
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project
  • AutoCAD 3D
  • Hydraulic design software

Communication & Organizational Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff, clients, and the public on technical matters
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to logically and methodically execute project assignments
• Clearly and legibly document research, calculations, communications, reports, and estimates

Project Management & Compliance

• Understand and implement company standards and procedures, including:
  • CAD standards
  • File naming conventions
  • Plan/map formatting requirements
• Maintain awareness of project budgets, scopes, and schedules for all assignments
• Estimate required staff time for tasks and make efforts to meet or exceed client commitments

Supervisory & Proposal Assistance

• Periodically supervise and review the work of administrative, survey, and technical support staff
• Assist in the preparation of project proposals, including scope, schedule, and budget
• Manage smaller assigned projects, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence

About KSN

Kjeldsen, Sinnock & Neudeck, Inc. (KSN), is a dynamic civil engineering firm that specializes in providing innovative engineering solutions to a diverse range of clients. Since 1956, KSN has been providing award-winning solutions to our clients throughout the Sacramento and San Joaquin Valleys. The firm devotes most of its professional staff to the resolution of complex water related issues and projects. In business for nearly 70 years and with offices in West Sacramento, Stockton, and Red Bluff, we are a team of over 50 professionals who are passionate about what we do and are dedicated to delivering excellent service to our clients. KSN promotes a collaborative work environment with a strong culture of professional excellence and development through ongoing coaching/mentoring relationships, continuing education, and embracing our company values.

Benefits

This full-time regular position includes KNS’s full suite of benefits that include:

• 401K with Discretionary Employer Contribution
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Health Plans
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• 125 Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• Nine full Days and two half days of Paid Holiday Time Off
• Paid Birthday Time Off

KSN team members enjoy other benefits including a tuition reimbursement program, employee candidate referral bonus, peer-to-peer recognition bonuses, as well as firm covering state license and eligible professional association fees.

Compensation

Compensation package commensurate with experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.

Salary Range is $70,000-$80,000 per year.

The position of Junior Civil Engineer is an exempt position.

The direct labor utilization rate for the Junior Civil Engineer position is expected to be a minimum of 85%.

KSN is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.