External Job - Fri, 06/29/2018 - 12:00

Submitted by katmaebal on
Description

At RRM we know that in order to achieve our mission of Creating Environments People Enjoy®, our employees must enjoy the environments in which they work. Our retention rate speaks for itself: over one-third of our workforce has been with us for a decade or more. We offer desirable office locations along the California coast, our first priority is ensuring the health and happiness of our RRM family. RRM is an employee-owned multidisciplinary design firm with architects, civil, structural  and traffic engineers, planners, landscape architects, and surveyors who work on a variety of fun and engaging projects throughout the state.

Our San Leandro office is currently seeking a full-time Engineer I to join our civil engineering team. 

This rewarding job involves:

  • Assisting in the preparation of civil engineering plans in Civil 3D and AutoCAD. 
  • Producing accurate CAD work plans for grading, street improvements, water, sewer and storm drain systems. 
  • Working in a multi-discipline and collaborative environment.
  • Working on both public and private projects throughout the state of California.

The requirements for this position include: 

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering  
  • Applicable work experience is desirable
  • E.I.T. Certification
  • Experience in hydrology a plus 
  • Experience in Civil 3D
  • Good communication skills
  • Enjoy working in teams

RRM has a vested interest in providing opportunities and career paths for our employees.  We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and an employee stock ownership program. If you would like to be a part of a collaborative and innovative team that is professional and fun, RRM is the place for you!

Type
External Job
Programs
Civil and Environmental Engineering

Professor Emeritus John Dracup delivers climate change talk at American University of Armenia

Professor Emeritus John Dracup gave a public talk on the impact of climate change on the water resources and hydrology of California at the American University of Armenia.  He was invited by another CEE Professor Emeritus, Armen Der Kiureghian, who is now President of AUA.

The focus of Dracup's research has been in the areas of hydrology and water resource systems analysis.
In hydrology, he has conducted stochastic analysis of floods and droughts and the assessment of the impact of climate on hydrologic processes.

External Job - Thu, 05/31/2018 - 12:00

Submitted by katmaebal on
Description

Geo-Logic Associates (GLA) is an employee-owned, multidisciplinary, geologic, geotechnical, hydrogeologic, civil, and environmental engineering consulting firm. Out highly experienced professionals manage projects through 26 US offices and an office in Peru. The firm was established in 1991 and has experienced sustained growth since then.

GLA is currently seeking a full-time Staff Geotechnical Engineer to provide support for civil/site infrastructure, solid waste, mining, and environmental remediation projects. Projects may include geotechnical design for water and wastewater facilities, schools, highways and bridges, commercial development, and solid waste facilities.

Type
External Job
Programs
Civil and Environmental Engineering

External Job - Mon, 06/04/2018 - 12:00

Submitted by katmaebal on
Description

POSITION PURPOSE

Perform difficult engineering tasks that require extensive analysis of alternatives to reach decisions and make appropriate recommendations in the areas of Civil, Structural, geotechnical, architectural and environmental engineering to ensure reliable and cost effective construction of E.ON Climate & Renewables (EC&R) North America Solar PV and energy storage projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  THIS DESCRIPTION REPRESENTS THE PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION.  THE INCUMBENT MAY BE ASKED TO FULFILL OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES.

  1. Develop scope and design criteria for civil engineering and geotechnical specifications for solar PV and energy storage projects.
  2. Perform technical evaluation of bids and proposals received for equipment procurement and EPC contracts.
  3. Provide required support to Project Managers to assure timely and cost effective resolution to civil/structural/geotechnical engineering issues.
  4. Review and approve engineering design documents for roads, foundations, and other civil, structural, environmental and geotechnical tasks prepared by A/E’s and EPC Contractors on solar PV and energy storage projects.
  5. Support the regulatory environmental/permitting process for solar PV and energy storage projects, as required.

If interested, please contact Jonathan Botkin at jonathan.botkin@eon.com or at (415) 910-7397.

Type
External Job
Programs
Civil and Environmental Engineering

Berkeley competes at Mid-Pac, placing second overall

On April 19-21, our four ASCE competition teams participated in the Mid-Pacific Regional Conference (Mid-Pac) at Sacramento State University. Approximately 100 students participated in the conference.

Berkeley competed in the water treatment, steel bridge, concrete canoe, and transportation competitions, as well as the Mead and water research paper competitions.

Berkeley placed in the top three in all competitions and took second place overall at the conference.  See below for a breakdown of the results in all categories.