Civil Engineer- Conveyance
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 4, 2026. Govstack scores B on the Alion truth index.
GHD has an exciting opportunity for a Conveyance Engineer within our Design Delivery Organization (DDO) based out of one of our Northern California Offices. This role will be supporting a wide variety of clients, both public and private, spanning multiple industries and market sectors. This position will network within our West and Central Regions of the United States.
This position can be located in any of our Northern CA offices (Concord, Eureka, Santa Rosa, Roseville, Sacramento, Redding, or Roseville)
Our Hybrid Work Model: Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.
Responsibilities of this position will include but are not limited to:
- Collaborate with fellow professionals from the Design Delivery Organization (DDO) on a wide range of water and wastewater engineering projects, including conveyance, storage, and pumping design
Developing and preparation of plans, specifications and cost estimates (PS&E) packages and technical reports as required for delivery.
- Conduct field work to evaluate project requirements and to support construction administration
- Perform hydraulic analyses using manual or computer based software applications
- Prepare other engineering calculations
- Prepare design reports, project specifications, and cost estimates
- Employ your AutoCAD and Civil 3D skills to produce construction plan sets
The idea candidate would have the following experience/skill set:
Interest and experience with engineering and design of water and wastewater engineering projectsis required
Proficiency with CAD programs such as AutoCAD, Civil3D and MicroStation is required
- Proficiency with basic Microsoft Office Programs and PDF-editing software such as Bluebeam or Adobe is required. Experience in Microsoft Projects is a plus.
Experience with Client management and/or coordination with suppliers, regulators, and sub-consultants is a plus
- Experience Serving as task manager, maintaining task/project budgets and schedules is a plus
- Experiencewith hydraulics, utilities, and construction inspections/observationsis a plus.
- Familiarity with conveyance analysis or water/wastewater modeling software such as WaterCAD, SewerCAD, InfoWater, and/or Flowmaster
- Familiarity with storm water analysis or modeling software: Hydrology, hydraulics (closed conduit and open channel flow), hydromodification, storm water quality. Experience in ICPR/Stormwise, WSPGW, and StormCAD
- Talented at managing time, organizing priorities, and working in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to excel in a multidisciplinary team environment as well as independently
- Attention to detail in executing technical design responsibilities
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
Education
- Bachelor’s and/or Master's degree in Engineering (Civil or Environmental preferred)
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience of applied knowledge in civil engineering
- Professional Engineer license preferred in California or can be acquired within 5 years
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities to work both within a team and independently
- Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new software programs
As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.
Salary Range: $74,000-$124,000 based on experience and location