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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Water Engineer to join its California Water Team. This role is based in Los Angeles, CA and supports water-resources and water-infrastructure projects through design support, field observations, and report preparation.

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Your Role

• Assist in planning, design, and production of engineering drawings for water resources and water infrastructure projects; may supervise drawing production.
• Carry out assigned tasks: data collection and analysis, routine engineering calculations, and evaluation of alternate solutions.
• Prepare assigned sections of technical reports and permit application materials under senior review.
• Review shop drawings for conformance with specifications, assist with recordkeeping and progress reports, and collect samples for quality control testing as needed.
• Perform field observations and support construction-related activities when appropriate.
• Prepare materials for presentations and graphic deliverables.

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Qualifications

• 0–2 years of professional experience in a technical or engineering-related role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic computer skills for data entry and analysis.
• Experience with AutoCAD is preferred.
• Experience with Excel-based analysis and Power BI is a plus.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is preferred.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Expected salary range: $80,000 - $95,000 annually (depending on skills, experience, and location).
• Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability coverage, employer-matched 401(k) with vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, tuition reimbursement, flexible work options, and professional development programs.
• Formal onboarding and early-career development through an Emerging Professional program, mentorship, and business/soft-skills training.

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Additional Information & Compliance

• Confidential Client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of protected characteristics.
• This role may require a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Confidential Client may be a federal contractor and therefore may require screening consistent with federal contractor obligations.
• Confidential Client will consider applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable local and state laws (for example: Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, California Fair Chance Act). Please note: the original employer restricted applicants living or working in New York City; confirm location eligibility during screening.
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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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