Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Civil Project Engineer – Stormwater & Water Resources Design

Fountain Valley, CA | Full-Time | $70,000–$130,000 (DOE)

A well-established engineering consulting firm is seeking a Design or Project Engineer with 1 to 10 years of experience in stormwater planning and water resource design, with a focus on hydrology and hydraulics. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity offering meaningful work in sustainable infrastructure and flood control solutions across California and the surrounding region.

What You’ll Be Working On :

Watershed modeling and stormwater system analysis

1D and 2D hydraulic modeling for drainage and flood mitigation

Water quality and BMP design for urban and regional infrastructure

River engineering, sediment transport, and integrated water resources planning

Hydraulic design of open channels, culverts, basins, and urban drainage systems

Floodplain mapping, FEMA studies, and regulatory support

Preparation of technical reports and plan sets in coordination with senior engineers

What You Bring :

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering (Master’s a plus)

1–10 years of experience in water resources or stormwater design

EIT required; PE preferred for more senior applicants (California preferred)

University coursework or field experience in H&H modeling and water infrastructure

Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, HEC-RAS, or related software is a plus

Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a project team

Nice to Have :

Familiarity with California and / or Arizona regulatory permitting processes

Experience with EPA-regulated stormwater compliance or floodplain development

Exposure to fluvial geomorphology or sediment transport modeling

Other Info :

Occasional fieldwork may be required walking uneven terrain, observing stormwater infrastructure, etc.

Must have reliable transportation for local travel to project sites and client meetings

Some overnight travel may be required for regional work

Hybrid flexibility possible after onboarding, based on team needs

Compensation & Benefits :

Salary range : $70,000–$130,000 depending on experience and licensing

Competitive benefits package, including medical / dental / vision

Paid time off and professional development support

Growth opportunities into project management and technical leadership roles

This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer passionate about sustainable water solutions, technical growth, and long-term impact on public infrastructure.

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