Civil Engineering Professional

Upright Engineering is an established Civil & Structural Engineering firm located in Lafayette, CA, specializing in residential, commercial, municipal, and wetland restoration projects.

Join our team!

We are seeking a driven self-starter to lead and grow our Civil team. The role of Civil Engineer is a full-time, in-office position and responsibilities include corresponding with clients, preparing construction plans and reports, conducting fieldwork, and delegating work to junior team members. Previous experience designing grading, drainage, utility, and erosion control plans is required.

At Upright, we empower our engineers to take ownership of their projects from start to finish while providing support as needed. We promote an office culture that values work-life balance and professional growth. We are committed to supporting our employees through trainings, workshops, and employer-sponsored development opportunities. We value our team members and set realistic deadlines and budgets to promote employee well-being and reduce stress.

We offer generous PTO, paid holidays, employer-sponsored medical and dental benefits, and a 401k program with employer match. Our weekly team lunches and outings help us foster a positive and fun working environment and depending on the day, you may catch us enjoying a soccer game on the big screen, playing cornhole, or shooting a game of pool!

Qualifications

·        Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in Civil Engineering.

·        Experience with preparing Civil grading, drainage, utility, and erosion control plans.

·        Competence with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

·        Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

·        Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively.

·        Ability to work in a team environment.

·        Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and/or EIT or PE preferred.

What We Offer

·        An open-concept office promoting collaboration and learning.

·        Generous PTO and paid holidays to support work-life balance.

·        Employer-paid health and dental benefits.

·        401(k) plan with employer matching.

·        Employer-sponsored professional development opportunities.

·        Weekly team lunches and team outings to foster a strong sense of community.

·        9:00am – 5:00pm office hours.

·        Business-casual work attire.

·        Relaxed atmosphere.

·        Safe work environment with parking.

Benefits

·        401(k) with employer matching

·        Employer-paid health and dental insurance

·        Vision and Chiropractic insurance

·        Paid time off

·        Professional development assistance

We would love to have you join our team. If this sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you. Visitors can expect to be welcomed by our resident dogs (aka Chief Furball Officers), Smokey and Ash!