$100K – $155K • Offers Bonus/yr

Civil Project Engineer

United StatesUnited States·San Josefull-timemid
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Key Responsibilities

As a Civil Project Engineer, you will collaborate closely with Project Designers and Project Managers to help lead the civil design process from concept through construction.

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LPA is a collective of designers, engineers, and researchers committed to tackling the biggest issues of our time. Our "No Excuses" integrated design approach was recognized by the AIA as “a trailblazer in sustainable, high-performance architecture". At LPA you’ll be part of the team that is changing the way the industry thinks about design and carbon emissions, built around the belief that we only achieve our goals when everybody has a seat at the table and all input is valued.

We’re currently seeking a Civil Project Engineer to join our dynamic team. You’ll be part of a culture that values deep collaboration, technical excellence, and continual growth. As a member of our civil engineering team, you will work on a broad range of projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across our studios in California and Texas—and help bring high-performance, community-first design to life. 

To learn more about our impactful work in San Jose, follow this link that highlights our Britton Middle School project.

Responsibilities

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As a Civil Project Engineer, you will collaborate closely with Project Designers and Project Managers to help lead the civil design process from concept through construction. You will play a key role in shaping projects and ensuring their successful delivery.

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    Partner with multidisciplinary project teams to plan, design, and develop civil engineering solutions.

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    Contribute to overall project strategy, schedules, and coordination to support project success.

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    Prepare and oversee documentation for schematic design, design development, and construction documents.

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    Support construction administration efforts, including responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals.

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    Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering technical growth and collaboration.

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    Actively participate in professional organizations and contribute to the advancement of the profession.

What We Offer

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At LPA, your growth and contributions matter. We foster a collaborative culture where creative ideas are valued, and voices are heard.

✓Mentorship from Managing Directors, Design Directors, and senior team members across disciplines.
✓Career development support, including professional development grants and in-house training.
✓Ongoing education through LPA+U courses and Tech Talks focused on innovative, sustainable practices.
✓8 paid hours of volunteer time each year.
✓Opportunities to propose and lead projects that impact your local community, including more than $1 million since 2015 in Habitat for Humanity builds, scholarships, and other pro bono community projects.
✓Access to our Professional Development Grants program, created to encourage professional development and further LPA's collective knowledge as a firm. Over the life of the grant program, we have invested $1,196,890 and impacted 848 LPA employees.

Required:

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.

  • 8+ years of experience across all phases of civil engineering projects.

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in California.

  • Proficiency in CAD and Civil 3D.

  • Strong technical knowledge of industry-standard engineering software.

  • Enthusiasm for a multidisciplinary design process and collaborative team environment.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead civil design efforts with guidance from Project Managers and Directors.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
San Jose, United States
Hybrid — some on-site time required
Who can apply
US

Listing Details

Posted
April 30, 2026
First seen
September 25, 2026
Last seen
September 25, 2026

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lpadesignstudiosCivil Project Engineer$100K – $155K • Offers Bonus