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UNICO Engineering

Resident Engineer

Chico, CA

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer , UNICO Engineering considers applicants for all positions without regard to race (including natural hairstyles), color, religion (including religious ...

UNICO Engineering

Construction Engineer

Folsom, CA · On-site

$83.20K - $135.20K/yr

UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems ... color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, age (40 and ...

UNICO Engineering

Construction Engineer

Chico, CA

UNICO is seeking a Construction Engineer 2 to 5 years experience, EIT required, PE preferred, to ... color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, age (40 and ...

UNICO Engineering

Construction Engineer

Chico, CA · On-site

$83.20K - $135.20K/yr

UNICO is seeking a Construction Engineer 2 to 5 years experience, EIT required, PE preferred, to ... color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, age (40 and ...

UNICO Engineering

Construction Engineer

Folsom, CA

UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems ... color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, age (40 and ...

TSAC Engineering

Registered Civil Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$68 - $80/hr

TSAC Engineering is a growing Civil Engineering and Land Surveying firm with plenty of room for ... We consider applications for all positions without regard for race, religion, color, age, gender ...

Nasland Engineering

Civil Engineer Intern

San Diego, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Nasland Engineering has spring openings for civil engineering students who desire "hands-on ... race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability ...

Nasland Engineering

Civil Engineer Intern

San Diego, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Description Nasland Engineering has spring openings for civil engineering students who desire ... race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for color engineer in California is $104,993.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $130,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Color Engineer do?

A Color Engineer specializes in developing, analyzing, and managing color applications in industries like manufacturing, textiles, printing, and digital displays. They ensure color accuracy and consistency across various materials and production processes using scientific principles, color theory, and specialized software. Their work often involves calibrating equipment, formulating colors, and solving color-related issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Color Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Color Engineer, you need a strong background in color science, chemistry, and applied physics, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Proficiency with color management systems, spectrophotometers, color measurement tools, and industry standards such as ISO color protocols is essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective collaboration skills set top performers apart. These competencies ensure accurate color reproduction, quality control, and effective teamwork in industries such as printing, manufacturing, and product design.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Color Engineer in a manufacturing or product development setting?

As a Color Engineer, your daily responsibilities commonly include developing and managing color formulations, conducting color matching and correction, and ensuring consistency across production batches. You'll frequently use specialized instruments to measure color, work closely with product designers and production teams, and troubleshoot any color-related discrepancies. Collaboration with quality assurance and R&D is typical to refine processes and meet client standards. This role requires balancing technical precision with creative problem-solving to deliver visually consistent products and maintain brand integrity.
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Resident Engineer

Resident Engineer

UNICO Engineering

Chico, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Company Overview:

UNICO Engineering provides high quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems Integration services to public and private clients. With a spirit of cooperation and partnership, UNICO focuses on responsiveness, delivering value, and meeting and exceeding our clients' expectations.

UNICO is a fast-growing consulting firm with significant opportunities for upward mobility. UNICO supports professional development and continuing education. Fun, flexible work environment and competitive compensation and benefits.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience leading local, state and federally funded transportation contracts for projects located in Northern California.
  • 8+ years relevant industry experience, familiar with transportation, transit or operational facilities type projects.
  • Types of infrastructure projects include civil improvements, structural facilities, electrical and mechanical systems, underground utilities, earthwork, TOD, etc.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.

Competitive Salary and generous benefits including health, vision, dental, life, disability, 401K, PTO and paid holidays. Energizing, fast-paced, nimble and expanding company with plenty of opportunities for career growth.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance

Requirements:

  • BS in Construction Management, Civil, or Structural Engineering
  • Registered Professional Engineer in California
  • 10+ years of industry experience in a related discipline (as a design engineer, field engineer, construction engineer, project engineer, engineering manager, or military construction engineer)
  • 5 years managing construction projects or working as a resident engineer for a public agency
  • Possess a valid driver's license and clear DMV record
  • Must have the ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check

Responsibilities:

The Resident Engineer will be responsible for successful completion of construction projects. Specific responsibilities include being an owner's representative, attending and running client and contractor meetings, reviewing plans and specifications and ensuring compliance with documents, providing project documentation in the form of letters, RFI/Submittal responses, change orders, etc., overseeing field inspection, supervising project inspection teams, and providing technical guidance and quality assurance, maintaining project controls including cost and schedule management. Must have experience working in a team environment, and have the ability to direct and supervise field construction activities and staff, office engineering, inspection, materials testing, field contract administration, and to act as liaison with clients/owners, consultants, contractors, design professionals, public involvement and regulatory agencies.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, UNICO Engineering considers applicants for all positions without regard to race (including natural hairstyles), color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, age (40 and over), medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex (including sexual harassment, sex stereotypes, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information/characteristics, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic or activity protected by law.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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