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Project Civil Engineer

NICHOLS CONSULTING ENGINEERS CHTD
Anaheim, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/23/2026

NCE is seeking a Project Civil Engineer to join our growing office in Anaheim, CA. This role is an exciting opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure projects throughout Orange County and the greater Southern California region. Our team takes pride in designing safer, more efficient roadways, enhancing multi-modal transportation, improving accessibility, incorporating green infrastructure, and advancing sustainability in our communities.

At NCE, we foster a collaborative and innovative work environment where employees are encouraged to explore new ideas, develop their skill sets, and grow their careers. We support our engineers in leading tasks, managing projects, and working directly with clients.

Responsibilities:

As a Project Civil Engineer, you will:

  • Prepare and generate plans, specifications, and engineers’ estimates (PS&E).
  • Support projects of varying size and complexity.
  • Review and integrate field reports prepared by staff specialists.
  • Organize field work and assign tasks to technical staff.
  • Provide technical guidance to project team members.
  • Oversee engineering work and ensure quality deliverables.
  • Conduct research on regulatory requirements, design guidelines, and local, state, and federal standards.
  • Collaborate with internal and external clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
  • Assist in developing written project scopes and proposals and identify new business opportunities.
  • Represent NCE at professional organizations and industry events.

Qualifications (Must Have):

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
  • 3-10 years of professional civil engineering experience.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
  • Experience with transportation, roadway, and utility projects.
  • Strong knowledge of ADA compliance, multimodal elements, stormwater, and green infrastructure.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months.

Qualifications (Nice to Have):

  • 10 years of professional experience.
  • Experience with state and local agency projects and federally/state-funded documentation.
  • Expertise in complete streets, roadway rehabilitation, drainage, ecological restoration, and water quality improvements.
  • Experience in business development, proposal writing, and client management.

Working Conditions: May require field work (e.g., construction equipment and sites, roadway, drilling coring rigs, remote locations, contaminated sites)

Salary range: $100,000 to $120,000 annually depending on experience.

Salary : $100,000 - $120,000

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