Associate/Assistant/Junior Engineer
Delta Diablo 2500 Pittsburg-Antioch Highway, Antioch, CA, USA
- Location: 2500 Pittsburg-Antioch Highway, Antioch, CA, USA
- Categories: Engineering, Public Works, Sanitation and Solid Waste, Sciences and Laboratory, Water and Wastewater Treatment
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Mar 23, 2026
Job Description:
Associate/Assistant/Junior Engineer
Description
ASSISTANT ENGINEER - Class Specifications | Assistant Engineer | Class Spec Details
THE POSITION:
Under supervision, performs engineering project work in conformance with procedures, approved civil engineering methods, and professional techniques.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is an experienced professional civil engineering classification.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Project Management: Plans and manages approved projects involving capital improvements or replacement and repair of major components of existing water treatment and distribution systems, wastewater treatment plant, collection systems, pump stations, and related facilities. Coordinates assigned capital projects with other departments and outside agencies. Develops and manages budgets, records costs, and schedules of assigned projects. Participates in the selection of consultants for assigned projects; develops requests for proposals, prepares scope of work, and assists in negotiating agreements. Prepares detailed engineering field studies, cost estimates, and reports. Prepares recommendations and project status reports and makes oral and written presentations. Analyzes billings and progress payment requests and recommends payment. Coordinates CEQA compliance for projects. Enforces district policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
Engineering Studies and Designs: Prepares and conducts detailed engineering field studies, cost estimates, and reports to identify future facility needs and as required, to prepare capital improvement projects for implementation. Researches and prepares information and data for engineering projects involving the application of multiple legal, technical, or regulatory requirements. Performs engineering design work, including preparing drawings, exhibits, maps, and other project materials. Provides technical support for field operations. Plans and manages projects through construction involving capital improvement. Reviews development and contractor submittals.
OTHER ASSIGNED DUTIES
General Operations: May provide work direction to subordinate engineers. Prepares information for budget requests and special projects. Participates in the general housekeeping and administrative record keeping operations of the department. Assumes responsibility for covering a part of the work assignments of other engineering staff during short absences. Participates in teams engaged with process and customer service improvements, cross-training, and team performance evaluations. Prepares and presents formal reports and recommendations as appropriate. Participates in District committees and staff functions. Performs other assigned work consistent with the responsibilities of the classification and necessary for effective department and District operations.
QUALIFICATIONS
A combination of training and experience which demonstrates that a person has obtained the required knowledge and is able to perform the required work (with reasonable accommodation, if needed). A person with the following combined training and experience would typically qualify to compete in a selection process:
EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of responsible professional level civil or sanitary engineering experience.
Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations
A valid California State Class C license must be maintained at all times. Continued maintenance of valid driver’s license in compliance with established District vehicle operations standards, and the ability to be insured for the operation of a vehicle/District vehicle in accordance with the terms and conditions of the District’s insurance program are conditions of continued employment.
Possession of valid Certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is required at time of hire or appointment. Continued maintenance of certificate is a condition of employment.