Design Engineer

BKF Engineers is a civil engineering firm working on various projects including residential, commercial, mixed-use, roadway, and public works projects.
Newport Beach, CA, USA
$77,000 - $97,000
Entry-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Design Engineer

BKF Engineers is seeking passionate and inquisitive Design Engineers with excellent technical skills and a sincere interest in land development. As a civil engineering Design Engineer at BKF, you will work alongside experienced engineers on various projects. Your responsibilities will include project design for site development, including grading and drainage plans, utility systems for water and sewer, report preparation and master planning studies, preparation of specifications and cost estimates. Projects encompass residential, commercial, mixed-use, roadway, and public works.

BKF offers a competitive salary range of $77,000 - $97,000 annually, depending on skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is an hourly position paid biweekly. The company provides numerous benefits, including the opportunity to work on iconic projects along the West Coast, hybrid and flexible work models, a 4x10 schedule option (Fridays off), end-of-year bonuses, profit sharing, and a 401k plan.

BKF pays 100% of the premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage and 50% for dependents. Employees receive 14 days of paid vacation time, 6 paid sick days, and 8 paid holidays. The company also offers education reimbursement, paid annual dues for professional organizations, unlimited training opportunities, BKF Academy, and a SPARK mentorship program.

BKF Engineers has received several workplace awards, including being certified as a "Great Place To Work" for 2024-2025, winning Zweig Group's 2023 Trifecta Award, and being named one of the "Best Firms to Work For" in the U.S. by Zweig Group in 2023.

The company is committed to equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. They welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Design Engineer

  • Project Design for Site Development
  • Grading and Drainage Plans
  • Utility Systems for Water and Sewer
  • Report Preparation and Master Planning Studies
  • Preparation of specifications and cost estimates
  • Work on Residential, Commercial, Mixed-use, Roadway, and Public Works projects

Requirements For Design Engineer

  • 0 - 3 years of experience in site development and design of residential and/or commercial subdivisions, utility systems, roadways, and public works
  • B.S in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET Accredited Curriculum or equivalent required
  • EIT or FE certification preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus

Benefits For Design Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Education Budget
  • Competitive salary range $77,000 - $97,000 annually
  • Opportunity to work on iconic projects along the West Coast
  • Hybrid and flexible work models and schedules
  • 4x10 schedule option (Fridays off)
  • End of year bonuses
  • Profit sharing
  • 401k
  • 100% paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage (50% for dependents)
  • 14 days paid vacation, 6 paid sick days, 8 paid holidays
  • Education reimbursement
  • Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations
  • Unlimited training opportunities
  • BKF Academy
  • SPARK mentorship program
  • Daily snacks and drinks, plus weekly office meals

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