Civil Design Engineer in Land Development

SINCE 1976, CANNON has provided creative solutions to clients in the energy industry, water resources, public infrastructure, and commercial and residential development. We work hard. We play hard. We have fun.

JOIN CANNON as a Civil Design Engineer in SEATTLE. The Seattle area offers a family-friendly lifestyle with excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and endless outdoor activities for all ages. A strong sense of community, cultural diversity, and abundant parks and recreation make the area a welcoming place to call home.

PROJECTS INCLUDE Commercial, Residential, Mixed-Use Development.

CIVIL DESIGN ENGINEER JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of a project manager, a Civil Design Engineer prepares plans and specifications in connection with the construction or maintenance of various engineering projects. Supports other civil engineers on a variety of tasks on a wide range of civil land development projects including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.

CIVIL DESIGN ENGINEER JOB DUTIES

• Designs and prepares drawings for grading, street improvements, storm drains, and sanitary sewer and water lines.
• Performs calculations for basic earthwork, drainage, and grading and / or structural analysis.
• May coordinate with representatives of agencies, utility companies, vendors, material suppliers and contractors to obtain information and guidance.
• Provides field observation and reports.
• Updates the project manager of progress of work and informs him/her of problems and questions.
• Works closely with team members to gain understanding of project requirements and tasks as well as office procedures, policies, and guidelines.
• Complies with company drawing preparation standards.
• Under supervision, prepares opinions of probable cost of construction in company standard format.