Civil Engineer

Location:

Bakersfield, CA, United States

GEI’s Southern California offices (Bakersfield, Pasadena, and Carlsbad) are currently seeking a senior level Civil Engineer with a background in civil, agricultural or water resources engineering. This individual will lead field and engineering planning and design efforts related to water resource facilities and water conveyances; preparing and overseeing design reports, engineering drawings and specifications, project cost estimates, and engineering support during construction.

• Provide oversight and design expertise for water conveyance projects including pipelines.
• Provide oversight for the development of quality scope, fee, reports, plans, specifications and estimates for multiple projects
• Supervise engineering staff, technicians and or other technical staff.
• Review and evaluate design and construction practices
• Attend project meetings and work in a team environment or independently
• Identify need and support meetings with internal staff and external clients
• Participate and lead business development activities and contribute to both office and practice growth.

• Licensed Professional Engineer in California
• Twenty years of experience or more in general civil design including pipelines.
• Familiarity and/or experience with detailed design, plans, and specifications preparation.
• Experience managing PE’s and EIT’s with multiple project deadlines and client requirements.
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills

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• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $ – $/year
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• Sedentary
• Light
• Medium
• Other

Occasional (0‑35% of day).

Frequent (33‑66% of day).

Very frequent (67‑100% of day).

Not applicable.

• Standing: 4‑6 hours
• Walking: 2 hours
• Climbing: 2 hours
• Lifting (floor to waist): 20 lbs
• Lifting (waist level and above): 20 lbs
• Carrying objects: unspecified
• Push/pull: unspecified
• Twisting: 10 min
• Reaching forward: 10 min
• Reaching overhead: 10 min
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion: 4‑6 hours
• Taste or smell (taste=never): unspecified
• Talk or hear: unspecified
• Near vision: unspecified
• Far vision: unspecified
• Depth perception: unspecified
• Hearing: unspecified
• Reasonably anticipated: unspecified
• Not anticipated: unspecified
• Chemical exposure: unspecified
• Extreme temperatures: unspecified
• Radiation: unspecified
• Uneven surfaces or elevations: unspecified
• Dust/particular matter: unspecified
• Other exposure risks: 8, 10, 12; other work hours: unspecified

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