Design director Jobs in Irvine, CA

Grade the Land, Channel the Flow — Design Tomorrow’s Infrastructures with TAIT Why TAIT?

Accelerated Growth — hands-on mentorship and quick advancement Impactful Projects — land development, infrastructure, sustainable design Collaborative Environment — partner with architects and engineers across TAIT People-First Culture — Top Workplace since 2016 Work-Life Balance — start accruing vacation and enjoy holidays from day one Level up your engineering journey—join TAIT and design what’s next.

Role at a Glance TAIT is seeking a Civil Design Engineer to support land-development projects from preliminary layout through final plan production.

You’ll tackle grading, drainage analysis, street design and widening, plus water, sewer, and storm-drain systems.

Day-to-day work includes Civil 3D modeling, earthwork calculations, and preparing SWMPs, drainage studies, and utility reports alongside an experienced engineering team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Transform initial rough product design information into working construction documents using AutoCAD.

Use AutoCAD software to establish horizontal and vertical alignments, profiles, cross sections and perform earthwork calculations.

Utilize AutoCAD and Civil 3D in preparation of plans for drainage, precise grading, water, sewer, storm drain, street improvements and site planning for land development projects.

Prepare engineering drawings to specified standards.

Design basic construction documents and prepare special exhibits and constraint maps using field data and engineering research.

Minimum Qualifications B.S. in Civil Engineering with 1 to 3 years’ experience in civil engineering field. (Entry level also considered) E.I.T. certification preferred.

Proficiency in computer design programs AutoCAD 2009 or newer, Civil 3D and Hydrology Hydraulics software.

Experience with commercial-retail projects a plus.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

Salary and Benefits Salary range for position:

• $60,000/yr - $80,000/yr Benefits TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development.
• Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits.
• TAIT’s core value is its culture of kindness.
• With this, you’ll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work and life with a rewarding career.

Here are some benefits you can find when you join the TAIT Team:

• Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage) Dental Plans with little to no deductible Vision PPO plan that’s accepted widely from local offices to large retailers Company paid Life Insurance ID Theft Protection & Monitoring Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members Support for professional growth and development.
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