Job Information
System One Civil Engineering Technician – Water / Utilities in San Marcos, California
Civil Engineering Technician – Water / Utilities
Onsite – 5 Days per Week
Must reside within 50 miles of one of the following locations:
Denver, CO
Phoenix, AZ
San Marcos, CA
Tualatin, OR
Relocation assistance is not available.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Civil Engineering Technician to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including linear pipelines and related utility systems. This role functions in a project engineering technician capacity, supporting engineering and design teams in developing and modifying technical deliverables.
The position focuses heavily on site drainage, grading, and utility plan development using Autodesk Civil 3D and related design software.
Key Responsibilities
Develop site drainage, grading, and utility plans using Autodesk Civil 3D and Bentley MicroStation.
Create and modify plan and profile drawings, alignments, pipe networks, and grading surfaces.
Interpret engineering design inputs and prepare moderately complex deliverables.
Perform design calculations, material quantity takeoffs, and estimates.
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and document control procedures.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams to exchange project information and support design development.
Review deliverables for quality and accuracy.
Support field activities as needed.
Provide technical guidance to junior team members when appropriate.
Contribute to continuous improvement and quality initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of related civil drafting/design experience.
Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D, including:
Pipe and pressure networks
Proposed grading surfaces
Plan and profile development
Strong understanding of:
Plan & profile drawings
Alignments
Pipe networks
Site grading
Technical Skills
Autodesk Civil 3D (Advanced – Required)
Autodesk AutoCAD
Bluebeam
Experience with electronic document control systems and CAD applications
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and deliverable content
Working knowledge of engineering standards and design practices
Basic understanding of construction and constructability principles
Education
Diploma or technical certificate preferred
Associate Degree in Drafting, Engineering Design Technology, or related field preferred
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Ref: #275-Eng Kansas City
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.