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Civil Engineering Associate Jobs in Riverside, CA

Harris & Associates

Sr. Civil Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

At Harris & Associates, we partner with public agencies to plan and design infrastructure that ... Lead and prepare engineering designs and construction contract documents (PS&E), including ...

Harris & Associates

Sr. Civil Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$100K - $132K/yr

At Harris & Associates, we partner with public agencies to plan and design infrastructure that ... Lead and prepare engineering designs and construction contract documents (PS&E), including ...

Harris & Associates, Inc.

Sr. Civil Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

At Harris & Associates, we partner with public agencies to plan and design infrastructure that ... Lead and prepare engineering designs and construction contract documents (PS&E), including ...

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How much do civil engineering associate jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for civil engineering associate in Riverside, CA is $104,327.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,800.00 and $124,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Civil Engineering Associate vs Civil Engineering Technician?

AspectCivil Engineering AssociateCivil Engineering Technician
Required CredentialsAssociate degree in civil engineering or related fieldDiploma or associate degree in civil engineering technology
Work EnvironmentDesign, planning, project management supportField surveys, data collection, technical support
Employer & Industry UsageEngineering firms, government agencies, construction companiesConstruction sites, engineering firms, public works departments

The Civil Engineering Associate typically focuses on design and planning tasks with a background in civil engineering, while the Civil Engineering Technician is more involved in fieldwork and technical support. Both roles are essential in civil projects, often working together to ensure successful project completion.

What are the most commonly searched types of Civil Engineering jobs in Riverside, CA?

The most popular types of Civil Engineering jobs in Riverside, CA are:

What cities near Riverside, CA are hiring for Civil Engineering Associate jobs?

Cities near Riverside, CA with the most Civil Engineering Associate job openings:

Infographic showing various Civil Engineering Associate job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,327 per year, or $50.2 per hour.

Senior Civil Engineer - Irvine

Irvine, CA • On-site

Dokken Engineering
Civil Engineering Construction • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Dokken Engineeringexternal

$150 - $200/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

At Dokken Engineering, we don’t just design infrastructure — we build solutions that improve lives. If you're driven by purpose, thrive on collaboration, and want to work on complex, meaningful capital improvement projects, we want to hear from you!

We’re hiring Senior-Level Engineers to work alongside our experienced Project Managers and Group Leaders. In this role, you’ll play a key part in delivering projects from the earliest spark of an idea all the way through to final construction — including proposal development, feasibility studies, environmental clearance, preliminary and final design, bidding, and construction support.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Execute engineering tasks for the planning, design and construction of capital improvement projects
  • Oversee detailed roadway and utility (water, sewer, storm drain) designs, design calculations, technical reports, and PS&E for capital improvement facilities
  • Coordinate with internal disciplines, utility companies, subconsultants, resource agencies, and City, County, and State clients
  • Develop capital improvement project delivery schedules for all phases
Other Duties & Responsibilities
  • Oversee project progress and budget/expenditures
  • Perform quality control and establish BMPs for work products
  • Direct and mentor engineering associate and assistant engineers, technicians and interns in their work
  • Support marketing and proposal efforts
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Success in delivery of PS&E bid packages for capital improvement projects
  • Understanding of multi-disciplinary team coordination, compilation of design and construction documents, and local agency, APWA Standards (“Greenbook”), and Caltrans design standards, specifications, practices
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications and design software including Civil 3D, MicroStation or AutoCAD
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and proven ability to work in a team environment
  • Commitment to delivering quality work products and superior service to clients
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field
  • California Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain reciprocal license within 6 months.
  • 10+ years of capital improvement project experience after graduation
  • CA driver’s license
Physical Requirements
  • Will sit, stand or walk for the entire duration of a workday
  • Will use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a regular basis
  • Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
  • Work mostly indoors; occasionally work outdoors
  • Usually work near others, such as in a shared office space
  • Occasionally wear protective gear, such as a hard hat and safety vest
  • Sometimes work in noisy or distracting work environments
  • Occasionally travel to a project site by automobile and/or airplane
  • Occasionally work from a vehicle while at project sites
FLSA Status

Full-Time Exempt

Compensation

Annual salary ranges from $145,000 $160,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience

Benefits
  • Competitive pay with bonus program
  • Exceptional medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs.
  • 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with generous company match and ESOP contributions
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Introductory/Probationary Period

At-Will Employment

Locations

Irvine, CA

Schedule

Full-time; Monday to Friday;

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Dokken Engineering is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment.There shall be no discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, national origin, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, military service, or political affiliation.

We are an inclusive organization that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based solely on individual merit.

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