Design Engineer III

Description

• Research, design, develop, and evaluate plans, specifications, and layouts for residential, commercial, and industrial development projects, public works improvements, or other capital improvement projects using applied knowledge of civil engineering
• Oversee construction of projects to ensure adherence to design specifications
• Create and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics
• Work with multiple site base files oriented in different coordinate frames and varying units
• Use drafting tools or computer-aided design (CAD) equipment and software in design work. May manage project schedules and budgets
• Prepare technical reports, create design specifications, and determine cost estimates
• Ensure projects comply with local zoning and ordinances, as well as national regulatory requirements
• May be required to approve designs that can impact the health, safety, and welfare of the general public, as required by law
• Identify, evaluate, and document existing structures for signs for disrepair and provide design remedies as necessary
• Exercise sound judgment on design decisions and in application of standard methods

Requirements

CA - This position can sit out of Santa Cruz or Los Angeles.About Sherwood

At Sherwood Design Engineers, we value collaboration that incorporates multiple perspectives, and believe that diverse ideas produce more robust and equitable solutions. We have an amazing opportunity for a driven and curious Design Engineer focused on site civil design to support our team.

• Knowledge of Microsoft and Google Office applications (Word, Excel, GDoc, GSheet)
• Typically 5+ years of industry experience
• Knowledge of civil design programs (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Water Design Software, GIS)
• Knowledge of natural systems, green infrastructure, hydrology, stormwater design
• Local permitting pathways understanding (Low Impact Development, LA Hillside Grading Ordinance, A-Permit, B-Permit, Building Permit, Grading Permits, Fire Department Approvals)
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering - Civil and/or Environmental
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed
• Constructability understanding
• Ability to research and interpret technical documents
• Experience in preparing and advancing plan set packages through all project phases including providing redlines for drafter
• Certifications or other sustainability-oriented accreditation preferred (LEED,PE, etc.)
• Design naturally and physically built structures using knowledge of biology, statistics, dynamics, materials, kinematics, hydrology, hydraulics, and geotechnics
• Knowledge of Bluebeam
• Own a part of the firm with ESOP eligibility after one year
• Experience with Site Grading, Earthwork Calculations, Road Design, Drainage (Calculations & Reports), Utility Layout & Sizing, Technical Report Writing

Benefits

Minimum Qualifications

• Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays
• Learning and Development stipend to use as you see fit
• Competitive Health plans, including PPO and HMO options, Dental and Vision plans
• Automatic 401k enrollment
• Fun team events, lunches and happy hours to get to know colleagues outside of work
• Flexible working - 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance