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Design Engineer I

Sherwood Design Engineers, Los Angeles, CA, United States


Los Angeles, CA (for a team located out of San Francisco, CA)

Role Summary
At Sherwood Design Engineers, we value collaboration that incorporates multiple perspectives, and believe that diverse ideas produce more robust and equitable solutions. We have an amazing opportunity for a driven and curious Design Engineer focused on land development design to support our team.

Typically industry internship experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering - Civil and/or Environmental
Exercises sound judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional and innovative work.
Ability to work with multiple site base files oriented in different coordinate frames and varying units.
Ability to read, understand and design topographic information.
Working knowledge of Windows, MS Office, and cloud-based collaboration software (Google Apps, Asana, Dropbox, Sharepoint, etc.)
Proficient in AutoCAD

Preferred Skills
Knowledge of civil design programs (Civil 3D, HydroCAD, Flowmasters, StormCAD, etc)
Knowledge of Graphics programs (Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc)
Certifications or other sustainability-oriented accreditation preferred (LEED , EIT, etc.)
Knowledge of GIS principles
Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

Expected Outcomes
Physical Site Assessment and Field Visits
Research, understand, and summarize regulatory requirements for residential, commercial, and industrial development projects, public works improvements, or other capital improvement projects using applied knowledge of civil engineering
Data Collection and Processing
Numerical Computations in the field of Civil Engineering, Hydrology and Hydraulics, Stormwater management, etc
Prepare Technical Reports, Project Specifications, and Cost Estimates
Create and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics
Use drafting tools or computer-aided design (CAD) equipment and software in design work.
Oversee construction of projects to ensure adherence to design specifications
Ensure projects comply with local zoning and ordinances, as well as national regulatory requirements

What We Offer
Own a part of the firm with ESOP eligibility after one year
Flexible working - with every other Friday off
Competitive Health plans, including PPO and HMO options, Dental and Vision plans
Learning and Development stipend to use as you see fit
Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays
Automatic 401k enrollment
Fun team events, lunches and happy hours to get to know colleagues outside of work
A tangible opportunity to truly help the environment!

Compensation
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Sherwood Design Engineers, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $73,000 to $82,000. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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