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Job Description
CDM Smith is looking for a Civil Engineer to join our Water Services Team in Sacramento!

Under direct supervision, performs basic complexity engineering tasks including site layout development, site grading and drainage, hydraulics and hydrology calculations, water distribution systems, collection systems, storage tanks and impoundments, occasionally single-story structures, and stormwater infrastructure and treatment. Reviews draft designs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and verifies adherence to firm policies and practices across all design work.

Conducts site reviews and studies as needed to confirm alignment with location-specific requirements, updating design parameters accordingly. Ability to contribute to the firm’s Technical Knowledge Management (TKM) by authoring white papers and technical documentation for new or unique design cases. May submit technical papers and designs for publication in professional journals and assist in creating posters or presentation materials for conferences.


Demonstrates the ability to perform assigned tasks both within and outside of the office environment, including remote site assessments, field data collection, and virtual collaboration with project teams. Maintains productivity and quality standards regardless of work location, ensuring seamless integration of field insights into design deliverables.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. 0 years. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Agency Disclaimer
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

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