About the role

  • Assistant Engineer responsible for professional engineering work in planning and design. Ensuring compliance with regulations for public works projects under supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Perform engineering calculations, and prepare plans, specifications and estimates for construction of public works projects.
  • Compile and review engineering data for preparation of reports and studies.
  • Perform field measurements and inspections, and record and organize field data.
  • Under direction and supervision, perform engineering work for public works projects, ensuring technical competence and compliance with governing regulations.
  • Develop and/or maintain database, spreadsheets and reports to monitor performance of engineering design projects.
  • Coordinate project activities with project teams, field personnel, utility companies, other consultants, and contractors.
  • Roadway Design Only - Maintain knowledge of the latest Caltrans and/or AASHTO design and construction standards and specifications. OR
  • Utility Design Only - Maintain knowledge of the latest NASSCO and/or AWWA design and construction specifications. OR
  • Structural Design Only – Maintain knowledge of the latest Caltrans Bridge design and construction standards, and California Building Code.
  • Assist with project scheduling and budgeting tasks.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

  • 0+ years of progressive engineering experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university.
  • Current California EIT License is highly desired.
  • Roadway Design Only – Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering applied to roadway design projects – e.g. pavement rehabilitation, complete streets, bicycle/pedestrian facilities, intersection, drainage, and stormwater quality measures.
  • Utility Design Only - Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering applied to utility pipeline design projects – e.g. water distribution and transmission systems, wastewater collection system, and stormwater drainage system.
  • Structural Design Only – Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering applied to structural design projects – e.g. bridges, retaining wall, box culverts, water tanks, overhead signs and other non-building structures.
  • Ability to perform engineering computations and review existing engineering plans and studies.
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD, modeling and/or any other design-aid software applications.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

  • Company subsidized medical, dental, vision insurance for employees and family coverage
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), depending on your selected health insurance plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Transit/Parking benefits
  • Group and Voluntary Life insurance
  • Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Employee Stock Ownership program*
  • 401(k) program with a company match*
  • 15 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 12 paid company holidays
  • California Paid Sick Leave (for part-time/as-needed employees)*
  • Employee Assistance program
  • Fitness Reimbursement program
  • Professional Development program*

Job title

Assistant Engineer – As-Needed

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$37,000 - $45,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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