
Senior Civil Project Engineer - San Diego Jobot
- $160,000–$180,000 Per Year
| Location | San Diego, CA |
About AmpiricalAt Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.We don't just build projects—we build careers. If you're looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we'd love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture.Why Ampirical?Salary Range : $84,239-$158,735 – Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)Profit-Sharing Bonus : Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary)Day-One Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision401(k) with 4% match and immediate vestingPTO : Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidaysFlexible Work Schedule : Every other Friday offCareer Development : Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursementPerks : Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and moreYour Role: Civil EngineerThe Substation Civil Engineer – Site Focus is responsible for independently performing advanced civil site engineering for electrical substation facilities. This includes the design and analysis of site grading, drainage, stormwater management, erosion control, land development, and overall site layout. The engineer collaborates closely with internal engineering teams, clients, and vendors to meet technical, quality, and safety standards and provides moderate guidance to junior engineers and field teams. This position requires proficiency in developing construction-ready design packages with minimal oversight.What You'll DoPrepare scopes of work, cost estimates, and technical proposals for civil site design on substation projectsPerform detailed site analysis including clearing requirements, grading design, surface modeling, drainage planning, and water flow calculationsDevelop site, grading, and drainage plans along with associated civil engineering details for IFR/IFA/IFC deliverablesIntegrate topographic survey data, geotechnical reports, hydrology reports, and client standards into site designInterface with internal engineering groups, project managers, clients, and vendors to resolve technical issues and ensure design alignmentReview and validate site layouts, equipment arrangements, and access/maintenance requirements for constructabilityApply relevant codes and standards (ASCE, ACI, AASHTO, local stormwater regulations) with minimal oversightConduct quality checks on work produced by lower-level engineers and designersMentor junior engineers on design methods, modeling, and software useProvide moderate field support including site walkdowns, basic construction review, and developing scopes of work for site improvementsWhat You BringBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university3+ years of civil design experience, preferably in utility, industrial, or infrastructure environmentsExperience with Autodesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD (grading, alignments, and basic drainage layouts)Understanding of hydrology, drainage design, and grading principlesAbility to interpret geotechnical reports, site surveys, and topographical dataFamiliarity with industry codes and standards (ASCE, AASHTO, ACI)Experience with MS Office Suite and PDF markup tools (e.g., Bluebeam)Experience with MicroStation or Bentley Substation is a plusAdditional SkillsEngineer‑in‑Training (EIT / FE Certification) required, or additional 2 years of civil design experience in lieu of FE certificationPE Certification preferredAmpirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle‑cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.#J-18808-Ljbffr


