Project Engineer
Overview:
Our client, a reputable Civil Engineering firm, is seeking a Project Engineer to support ongoing growth in the Los Angeles area. The firm delivers high‑quality solutions across infrastructure, land development, and related sectors and is committed to technical excellence, strong client service, and long‑term professional development. Our client has initiated a massive growth plan and is looking for an Project Engineer to be the focal point of this endeavor.
This role is ideal for a mid‑level engineering professional with 5+ years of experience, proven capability in project coordination/management, and experience mentoring junior engineers.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Base salary ranging from $100,000 to $130,000+, with the potential to exceed this range based on experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan options
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Support for professional development, including training, certifications, and industry involvement
- Collaborative environment that promotes growth, mentorship, and high‑quality project delivery
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead engineering tasks ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely completion
- Support senior staff and project managers with planning, scheduling, budgeting, and client communication
- Prepare engineering calculations, design documents, technical reports, and analyses
- Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies
- Mentor, train, and support junior engineers and technical staff
- Participate in quality control reviews to ensure regulatory and technical compliance
- Assist in developing scopes of work, cost estimates, and proposal materials
- Conduct fieldwork, site evaluations, and inspections as required
Key Qualifications:
- 5+ years of engineering experience in relevant disciplines
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
- Experience supporting or performing project management tasks
- Demonstrated ability to train or mentor junior engineering personnel
- Strong communication skills; written, verbal, and client-facing
- Familiarity with Southern California (Long Beach/L.A. County) permitting processes and regulatory requirements
- Proficiency with AutoCad and Civil3D
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