EIT / Staff Engineer

CHRISTIAN WHEELER ENGINEERING

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

San Diego, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The engineer will perform on-site observations and sampling of soil, asphalt, and concrete while conducting specialized laboratory testing. They are responsible for coordinating with site superintendents and translating field data into professional geotechnical reports.

Qualifications

You have a bachelor's degree in engineering and are driven to become a licensed professional engineer, with the company providing support for your licensure journey. You possess proficiency in MS Office and are comfortable with field work, including site observations and laboratory testing, with strong communication skills to produce professional reports.

Must Have Skills for ATS

MS Office

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Geotechnical Engineering

Materials Engineering

Laboratory Testing

Soil Sampling

Asphalt Sampling

Concrete Sampling

Job Description

Build Your Career on Solid Ground

At Christian Wheeler Engineering (CWE), we don’t just consult; we solve. From the iconic exhibits at SeaWorld and the San Diego Zoo to major military improvements and commercial developments, our work shapes the landscape of Southern California.

We are looking for an ambitious EIT or Staff Engineer to join our geotechnical and materials engineering team. If you’re a quick learner who wants a clear path toward professional licensure, we want to meet you.

What You’ll Do

As an entry-level engineer, you will be the "eyes and ears" of our firm on-site and in the lab. You’ll gain hands-on experience by:

  • Coordinating directly with superintendents and foremen to keep projects moving.
  • Performing critical observations and sampling of soil, asphalt, and concrete.
  • Assisting with geotechnical investigations and conducting specialized laboratory testing.
  • Turning field data into professional reports that guide Southern California’s biggest developers and architects.

What You Bring to the Team

  • A bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program.
  • You’re not a PE yet but have the drive to become one (and we’ll help you get there!).
  • Proficiency with MS Office; bonus points for AutoCAD or Bluebeam skills.
  • Comfortable climbing ladders, walking roofs, and working at heights or in confined spaces.
  • Sharp written and verbal skills with a knack for maintaining professionalism under pressure.
  • A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record (you’ll be heading to sites across San Diego and beyond).

The CWE Advantage

We are a small, family-oriented firm that believes our people are our greatest investment. We work hard, but we prioritize a healthy work-life balance. We support a healthy, balanced life by providing big company benefits with a small firm feel:

  • Financial Security: Competitive pay, 401(k) with company contribution and profit-sharing potential, and company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
  • Health & Wellness: Choice of medical and dental plans, vision plan, employee assistance program, flexible spending account, dependent care reimbursement account, and health savings account (HSA) with company match.
  • Time to Recharge: Paid holidays and a generous PTO policy.

Christian Wheeler Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to an inclusive work environment where your qualifications and performance are what matter.

Join a team where your work is visible in the community every day.

CHRISTIAN WHEELER ENGINEERING

CHRISTIAN WHEELER ENGINEERING is an independent, locally-owned and operated engineering firm that is a major provider of geotechnical consulting, construction observation, special inspection, and materials testing services in San Diego County and throughout Southern California. We are recognized as a certified Small Business Enterprise (SBE) by the State of California, Department of General Services and qualify as a small business under US Small Business Administration guidelines.
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