Associate Engineer - Capital Projects Division (Collection System)

Central San, a progressive public utility, is seeking qualified candidates to fill an Associate Engineer position in the Collection System Program Section of the Capital Projects Division. This position will perform responsible, professional engineering work in planning, designing, and the construction of the District's collection system. Duties include project management during design and construction projects and supervisory duties in the operation of an assigned District function.

For the complete job description, click here.

The ideal candidate:

• Experience working with water and/or wastewater utilities.

• In-depth knowledge of design and construction as it relates to the wastewater industry.

• Outstanding organizational and project management skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.

• Understanding of the regulatory environment for water, air, energy, and solids for wastewater treatment facilities.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Supervising the preparation of plans, contract documents, and specifications for a variety of District engineering projects involving the collection system.

• Negotiating and administering contracts for a variety of routine and complex consulting projects, scheduling and approving progress payments, and monitoring and reviewing progress.

• Reviewing and managing multiple projects, interpreting regulations, balancing District priorities and objectives, and analyzing and resolving complex problems.

• Supervising professional engineering and technical staff, assigning and reviewing work, conducting performance evaluations, and mentoring and developing subordinate staff.

• Preparing, reviewing, and making recommendations on technical studies and reports.

• Preparing and reviewing cost estimates and engineering calculations.

Education:

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major work in engineering or a closely related field.

Experience:

Five years of experience in professional engineering, preferably in District engineering projects.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer issued by the State of California.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License. A valid out-of-state driver's license will be accepted during the application process. Must possess a valid California Driver's License within 90 days of appointment.

Applicants interested in applying for this position must submit a completed District application and supplemental questionnaire available online at www.centralsan.org.  A resume may be attached but is not a substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.

The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process.  Human Resources shall determine the examination steps to be used for this recruitment.  The steps may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, practical examination, application screening, and/or oral board examination.  One or more of these steps may be used and in any order.  At the end of the testing process, candidates passing all of the examination steps will have their names placed on an eligibility list.  The list is valid for six months and may be extended up to an additional six months at the request of the hiring department.  The list may be used to fill future vacancies in this classification.

Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the examination process.  All applicants will be notified  via email of the results of the review process.

Successful candidates not currently employed in regular status by the District must pass a pre-employment physical to be considered for appointment.