Location: Bakersfield, CA, United StatesDate Posted: Jan 11, 2026GEI's Southern California offices (Bakersfield, Pasadena, and Carlsbad) are currently seeking a senior level Civil Engineer with a background in civil, agricultural or water resources engineering. This individual will lead field and engineering planning and design efforts related to water resource facilities and water conveyances; preparing and overseeing design reports, engineering drawings and specifications, project cost estimates, and engineering support during construction.Provide oversight and design expertise for water conveyance projects including pipelines.Provide oversight for the development of quality scope, fee, reports, plans, specifications and estimates for multiple projectsSupervise engineering staff, technicians and or other technical staff.Review and evaluate design and construction practicesAttend project meetings and work in a team environment or independentlyIdentify need and support meetings with internal staff and external clientsParticipate and lead business development activities and contribute to both office and practice growth.Minimum QualificationsLicensed Professional Engineer in CaliforniaTwenty years of experience or more in general civil design including pipelines.Familiarity and/or experience with detailed design, plans, and specifications preparation.Experience managing PE's and EIT's with multiple project deadlines and client requirements.Excellent technical report writing and communication skillsWe are GEI. Some of the world's most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients' most complex challenges.With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .Employee-owned. Employee-focused.As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI's career sitehere .GEI's Total Rewards Package IncludesMarket-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance BonusPay Range For This Position: $170,000.00 – $180,000.00/yearComprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and MoreWell-Being Program and Paid Parental LeaveHybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone StipendsGEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition ReimbursementConnecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for AdvancementSupport and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional LicensesPaid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off ProgramRewards and RecognitionGEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and InclusionPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ENVIRONMENTFunctional Demands:SedentaryLightxMediumOtherActivity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)Physical Activity RequirementsOccasional(0-35% of day)Frequent(33-66% of day)(67-100% of day)Not Applicable4-6 hoursStanding2 hoursWalking2 hoursClimbing30 min.Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)20lbsLifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)20lbsCarrying objectsxPush/pullxTwistingx10 minReaching forward10 minReaching overhead10 min10 minxxKeyboard use/repetitive motion4-6 hoursTaste or smell (taste=never)xTalk or hearxAccurate 20/40Very Accurate 20/20Not ApplicableNear VisionxFar VisionxYesNoNot ApplicablexSensory RequirementsMinimalModerateAccurateNot ApplicableDepth perceptionxHearingxReasonably AnticipatedNot AnticipatedxChemicalxxExtreme temperaturesxRadiationxUneven surfaces or elevationsxxDust/particular matterxOther (exposure risks):8x1012Other work hoursGEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.ployer, including disabled and veterans.#J-18808-Ljbffr