Assistant Engineer

Dokken Engineering, established in 1986, is a civil engineering firm headquartered in California that specializes in transportation and infrastructure solutions for public entities. Initially focused on bridge design, the organization has developed into a comprehensive, multidisciplinary firm offering expertise in roadway and highway design, structures and bridges, hydraulics and drainage, environmental planning (CEQA/NEPA), right-of-way services, traffic engineering, active transportation (bicycle and pedestrian facilities), streetscapes, and construction support.

Dokken, a consistently ranked Top 500 Design Firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR), develops innovative, high-caliber, and award-winning transportation projects throughout California.

We are seeking an Assistant Engineer for our San Diego office. In this role, you’ll support Associate and Senior Engineers on a variety of civil engineering tasks, contributing at every phase — from concept development and preliminary engineering to final design and construction support. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience, grow your skills, and make a real difference — all while exercising independent judgment in a collaborative and supportive environment.

• Essential Functions:

·        Determine alignment and grade of highways, roadways, utilities, and other capital improvement facilities

·        Analyze data and balance earthwork and embankment needs

·        Assist in the design of active transportation, streetscape and transit facilities

·        Conduct hydraulic/hydrological analyses and determine design for storm drain and sewer mains

·        Determine right-of-way needs

·        Assist in the preparation of plans, cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and specifications, for the construction or maintenance of capital improvement facilities

·        Inspect the construction of such facilities and judge whether they meet plan and specification requirements

• Other Duties & Responsibilities:

·        Coordinate with internal/external disciplines

·        Perform quality control for reports/projects

·        Prepare exhibits and figures for meetings, reports, and proposals

• Minimum Requirements:

·        Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field

·        Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

·        CA driver’s license

• Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

·        Experience in designing a variety of roadway and capital improvement project types

·        Experience in Microsoft Office applications, CADD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, InRoads, ArcGIS, Hydrologic software, and other design software

·        Understanding and ability to assist the design team with delivering PS&E bid packages for capital improvement projects

·        Understanding of multi-disciplinary team coordination, compilation of design and construction documents, local agency standards, APWA standards (“Greenbook”), and Caltrans design standards, specifications, and practices

• Physical Requirements:

·        Will sit, stand, or walk for the entire duration of a workday

·        Will use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a regular basis

·        Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

·        Work mostly indoors; Occasionally work outdoors

·        Usually work near others, such as in a shared office space

·        Occasionally wear protective gear, such as a hard hat

·        Sometimes work in noisy or distracting work environments

·        Occasionally travel to a project site by automobile and/or airplane

·        Occasionally work from a vehicle while at project sites

FLSA Status:            Full-Time Exempt

Compensation:        Competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $90,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience

Benefits:

      Competitive pay with a bonus program

      Exceptional medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs

      401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with a generous company match

      Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Plan

      Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

      Life, accidental death, and long-term disability insurance

      Wellness Program

      Professional development opportunities

Introductory/Probationary Period: At-Will Employment

Location:                 San Diego, CA

Schedule:                Full-time; Monday to Friday

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Dokken Engineering is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. There shall be no discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, national origin, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, military service, or political affiliation.

We are an inclusive organization that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based solely on individual merit.

Date Posted:   April 2026                                                                     End Post:        Until Filled