Staff Civil Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

LACO Associates is a majority Native owned multi-disciplinary consulting firm located on California’s North Coast with offices in Eureka, Chico, Ukiah, and Santa Rosa. LACO’s team of engineers, surveyors, planners, and grant writers works with public-, private-, and tribal-sector clients to support land development, environmental restoration, environmental compliance, and program implementation. LACO’s team endeavors to work closely with our clients to improve the communities where we live and work.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete all areas outlined for this position in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities necessary to meet the minimum job requirements of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

The opening for this position is for the Chico office location.

SUMMARY

A Staff Engineer assists in creating, improving, and protecting our immediate environment. In this position, the individual drafts and assists in the design of construction and rebuilding, as well as the maintenance of water and wastewater systems, roads, drainage facilities, subdivision development, parks and recreation facilities, and Tribal Housing. The Staff Engineer should be open to learning and have basic knowledge of general engineering practices to identify and solve engineering problems. This individual should have a level of creativity to present innovative solutions and improvements to technical processes. The Staff Engineer can effectively communicate ideas, receive recommendations, and create project details with the assistance of their supervisor and team.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete all areas outlined for this position in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities necessary to meet the minimum job requirements of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

 Related work experience

• Public infrastructure background

Formal education or equivalent

• BS degree in Civil Engineering or related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Engineer in Training preferred or the ability to obtain certification within the first year

Skills

• Excellent communication skills 
• Ability to work in a team setting

Working conditions and physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.

• Travel may be required 
• May be required to work over 40 hours in a week, depending on workload and deadlines
• Able to move safely over uneven terrain
• Prepared to work in inclement weather conditions
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position and be able to work on a computer for long periods of time
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Principles and practices of civil engineering, construction design, surveying, inspection, cost estimation, contract administration, engineering materials and methods
• Planning and analysis of engineering systems needed for the use of land development including streets, highways, water, storm drains, and grading
• Basic computer knowledge, including MS Office applications and computer-aided drafting (CAD) concepts and applications
• Develop plans for facility and infrastructure projects
• Effectively represent the firm in meeting with clients, governmental agencies, community groups, and various business and professional organizations
• Manage multiple tasks, often with competing deadlines
• Prepare technical reports and plans, specifications, and estimates
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, government officials, general public, representatives of public and private organizations and others sufficient to exchange or convey information

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance (90% composite rate premium paid for employee), dental (100% paid for employee), vision (100% paid for employee)
• Retirement plan with up to 4% match
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Starts with 10 days of paid vacation per year
• 6 paid sick leave days per year for full-time employees
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• AFLAC
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development support

Here are a few other reasons to consider working with us:

• Our goal is to create the next generation of leading professionals in an environment designed to foster collaboration, creativity, health, and happiness.
• We enjoy a family-friendly, energetic, and fun environment.
• We empower employees to make their own decisions, creating a respectful workplace where people are treated fairly and are highly motivated to succeed.
• Our culture nurtures and celebrates the contributions of each individual.
• We strive to cultivate a strong sense of community and dedication.
• LACO has four years of recognition as a Best Firm To Work For by Zweig Group.

To learn more about LACO, visit our website at www.lacoassociates.com.