Civil Engineer – Transportation & Rail
Job Type: Full-time - 40 hours per week with paid overtime.
Location: Northern California Region – Remote Hybrid. CA Residency Required.
Salary: $130,000.00 - $170,000.00 DOE + Bonuses

Build the infrastructure that keeps California moving.
JMA is seeking a licensed Civil Engineer (PE) to join its growing transportation design team. This role focuses on the design and delivery of rail, transit, roadway, utility, and drainage infrastructure projects throughout California while providing technical leadership from planning through construction.

The Opportunity

As a Civil Engineer, responsibilities include leading civil design efforts, mentoring project staff, coordinating with clients and agencies, and delivering high-quality transportation infrastructure projects. Engineers are trusted with technical ownership, meaningful project responsibility, and opportunities to help shape the future of California's transportation network.

You’ll work hands‑on with tools like Civil 3D and OpenRoads, collaborate closely with clients and agencies, and help deliver projects that shape the future of transit and rail.

Role Overview

Lead the design of transportation, rail, roadway, utility, grading, and drainage improvements
Prepare construction plans, specifications, calculations, and technical reports
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses
Coordinate with public agencies, utilities, clients, and multidisciplinary teams
Oversee project delivery from planning through construction
Mentor junior engineers and support technical development
Support PA&ED and PS&E package development

Qualifications

California PE license (Civil)
4+ years of civil engineering experience minimum (3+ years on U.S. projects)
Professionals with 10+ years of civil engineering & leadership experience are encouraged to apply.
Strong experience with OpenRoads and/or Civil 3D
Solid understanding of transportation and civil design standards
Ability to work independently in a remote environment with residency in California

Preferred Experience

Transportation engineering
Rail or transit infrastructure
Utility design and coordination
Grading and drainage
Hydrology and hydraulics
Public works project delivery

Why JMA?

Meaningful rail and transit infrastructure projects in California
Technical leadership and project ownership
Small, collaborative engineering teams
Hybrid remote work environment
Paid overtime and performance bonuses

Competitive compensation and long-term career growth

Paid overtime
Performance bonuses
Strong base salary based on experience and skill level
Life, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
401(k) with significant employer contribution
11 paid holidays plus an annual holiday shutdown
PTO starting at 2.5 weeks, increasing to 4 weeks with tenure
Additional recognition perks, including staff events and milestone celebrations
100% company‑paid medical, dental, and vision (spouse & dependent coverage paid at 100% at 3 years)

At JMA you will develop industry level experience in:

Transportation engineering
Rail transit infrastructure
California transportation planning
Utility design and coordination
Grading and drainage
Hydrology & hydraulics

Success in This Role

The engineers who succeed here are:

Intrigued by infrastructure and transportation projects
Collaborative and team-oriented
Self-driven and eager to take ownership
Looking for long-term career growth, not just another job

Apply today and help shape the future of California’s transit and rail systems.

Visit our website to learn more about our company jmacivil.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

How many years of experience do you have with OpenRoads?
Where in California are you located (this position is for California residents only)?

Experience:

Civil engineering: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Professional Engineer (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Jose, CA 95139

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