Associate Engineer

Overview

NV5 is seeking an Associate Civil Engineer to join our San Diego Land Development team, a hub of innovation and expertise that serves a diverse range of public and private clients across Southern California. In this role, you will apply your technical skills to design and deliver high-quality solutions tailored to meet the unique challenges of San Diego’s dynamic development landscape. Projects may include residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, as well as infrastructure improvements. 

As part of the San Diego team, you’ll also engage with local jurisdictions, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders to navigate permitting processes and secure project approvals efficiently.  You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including structural, geotechnical, surveying, and environmental specialists, to ensure seamless project integration and execution. 

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy tackling challenging projects, and are passionate about delivering exceptional results, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients to understand project needs and expectations.
• Assist the Project Manager in preparing project proposals and cost estimates.
• Build and maintain client relationships through effective communication and collaboration.
• Prepare plans and reports required for the entitlement process, including stormwater reports.
• Develop detailed construction documents for building and grading permits using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality designs that meet client and regulatory standards.
• Interface with multidisciplinary design teams, including civil site design, structural, surveying, and geotechnical engineering teams.
• Manage and mentor junior engineers, interns, or new graduates, fostering their professional growth.
• Actively contribute to a collaborative team environment, ensuring project success.
• Assist clients with local, state, and federal permitting processes.
• Work closely with regulatory agencies to ensure project compliance and secure necessary approvals.
• Travel to project sites for assessments, client meetings, and presentations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive civil engineering design experience, preferably in land development projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is preferred or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with stormwater management design, grading, and utility layout.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

The pay range for this California position is $110,000 - $135,000 per year; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per California Senate Bill 1162. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary : $110,000 - $135,000