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Senior Design Project Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Essel

Senior Civil Engineer

Diamond Bar, CA

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, planning, and overseeing ... Prioritizes assigned design projects within the area of responsibility. Monitors and reports on ...

Essel

Senior Civil Engineer

Diamond Bar, CA · On-site

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, planning, and overseeing ... Prioritizes assigned design projects within the area of responsibility. Monitors and reports on ...

TKDA

Senior Project Manager / PE, Highway Design

Riverside, CA · Hybrid

$101K - $127K/yr

As a Senior Project Manager / PE, you will lead projects for designing complex, safe, and efficient ... Supervise design and technical development * Ensure project goals are met within time and budget ...

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How much do senior design project jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior design project in Riverside, CA is $132,185.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,000.00 and $152,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Design Project vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectSenior Design ProjectMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsTypically student or entry-level, often involving coursework or capstone projectsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, possibly licensure or certifications
Work EnvironmentEducational settings, labs, or project teams within academic institutionsIndustrial, manufacturing, or consulting firms, design offices
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, research projects, internshipsEngineering firms, manufacturing companies, R&D departments

The Senior Design Project usually refers to a student or early-career initiative focused on applying engineering principles in a project setting. In contrast, a Mechanical Engineer is a professional responsible for designing, analyzing, and developing mechanical systems in industry. While both roles involve design work, the Senior Design Project is more educational and exploratory, whereas the Mechanical Engineer role involves ongoing professional responsibilities and industry experience.

What cities near Riverside, CA are hiring for Senior Design Project jobs? Cities near Riverside, CA with the most Senior Design Project job openings:

Senior Civil Engineer

Essel

Diamond Bar, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 hours ago

Job description

At Essel, we are a leading environmental services company dedicated to creating sustainable solutions for our clients. We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Civil Engineer to support our client with water infrastructure utilities. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on various projects that focus on environmental conservation and sustainable development.

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, planning, and overseeing projects withinwater infrastructure specifically overseeing the design team in the preparation of plans and specifications for drinking water capital improvement projects. You will collaborate with a highly motivated team of engineers and professionals to develop innovative solutions that minimize the impact on natural resources and promote long-term sustainability.

Job Functions:

  • Lead a design team to perform or manage multiple potable water supply, treatment, storage, and distribution design projects. Prepares design plans and specifications
  • Plans, directs, assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of all assigned staff.  This includes preparing performance evaluations and career development profiles for all direct reports, as necessary
  • Prioritizes assigned design projects within the area of responsibility.  Monitors and reports on design project schedules and budgets, and implements corrective actions when needed
  • Ensures design team meets design schedules and budgets for all assigned water supply and distribution design projects
  • Performs QA/QC on design projects by other engineers and consultants
  • Performs engineering design services associated with the development of Capital Improvement Programs and related design documents such as preliminary design reports, project cost estimates, cost/benefit analysis, value engineering reviews, and various evaluations and reports concerning system hydraulics, water supply, distribution, storage, treatment and water quality projects
  • Performs engineering design services and/or supervision of design services associated with new business projects    

Responsibilities:

  • Designing and developing infrastructure projects
  • Conducting site investigations and surveys to gather project data and assess environmental impact
  • Preparing detailed engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects
  • Performing structural analysis and calculations to ensure the strength and stability of structures
  • Collaborating with other engineers and professionals to ensure project objectives are met
  • Conducting regular inspections and assessments to identify and address potential risks or issues
  • Design services, such as: reports, cost estimates and analyses, reviews, and evaluations regarding system hydraulics, water supply and distribution, storage, treatment, and water quality

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license REQUIRED
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil engineering, preferably in water
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and other relevant design software
  • Extensive familiarity with environmental regulations and permitting procedures
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Benefits

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

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