Caltrans
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Base pay range
$6,488.00 - $7,735.00 A
$7,428.00 - $9,296.00 B
$8,896.00 - $11,131.00 C
$9,712.00 - $12,152.00 D
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Position details
Job Code #: JC-497343
Position #(s): 912-501-3135-035
Working Title: Construction Storm Water/Safety Engineer
Classification: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)
Number of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: Orange County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department information Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation. Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California. The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties Under the direction of a Senior Transportation Engineer in the Office of Construction Administration, Safety, Traffic Management, and Storm Water Pollution Branch, the Transportation Engineer (Civil) performs a wide variety of professional engineering work in an office and/or field setting. The incumbent may receive direction for work tasks from a lead person, the District 12 Construction Storm Water Coordinator and Safety Coordinators.
PARF# 12-6-135 / JC-497343
Minimum Qualifications and Exams Candidates are required to review the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for this classification. If you meet MQs under Pattern II and require the TE Civil in-person written hurdle exam, DO NOT TAKE the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle. Candidates who take the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle may negatively impact their hiring eligibility. Please contact the exam unit at askexams@dot.ca.gov for additional information prior to taking the online examination.
For clarification on the education requirement of the minimum qualifications, contact the Human Resources; ABET accreditation info is available at Find Programs | ABET.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Transportation Engineer (Civil) exam. Those without current eligibility must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, search the classification title on CalCareers.
Special Requirements
Appointment to Range D (Resident Engineer) requires a valid Professional Engineer (Civil) license issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. For all other ranges, a PE license is not required.
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
The position requires continuous written and oral communication with the storm water coordinator, supervisor, resident engineers, construction field staff, environmental, design, and other units. Travel may be required. A valid driver's license is required.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) The SOQ serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages, 12-point Arial font, and include numbered responses to the following questions in order:
Based on the Duty Statement, explain why you are the best candidate with specific examples.
Describe understanding of Stormwater program challenges and how you would apply experience to achieve results.
Describe field construction safety and traffic management experience and how you will apply it.
How does your education, knowledge, and experience make you the most qualified candidate?
What goals do you hope to achieve in this assignment for yourself and the Division?
Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview. If basing eligibility on education, include unofficial transcripts. Foreign transcripts/degrees require a U.S. equivalency evaluation. See links for evaluation agencies. Redact birthdates and SSNs.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Final Filing Date: 11/14/2025.
Who May Apply: Individuals currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, list or LEAP eligibility, or SROA/Surplus eligibility. SROA/Surplus candidates have priority.
How To Apply: Submit electronic applications via CalCareer or send a hard copy package as directed. Address and submission details are provided in the posting.
Required Application Package Documents
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic application when applying electronically).
Resume is optional.
SOQ is required (see Special Requirements).
Reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process can be requested at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this posting.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Government Administration
Referral notes: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Caltrans. Get notified about new Transportation Engineer jobs in Orange County, CA.
Related postings Sample postings include: TRANSPORTATION MANAGER/CITY TRAFFIC ENGINEER; Entry-Level Transportation Engineer/Planner (Spring/Summer 2026); Senior Transportation Engineer - Roadway (Relocation to Phoenix, AZ); etc.
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Base pay range
$6,488.00 - $7,735.00 A
$7,428.00 - $9,296.00 B
$8,896.00 - $11,131.00 C
$9,712.00 - $12,152.00 D
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Position details
Job Code #: JC-497343
Position #(s): 912-501-3135-035
Working Title: Construction Storm Water/Safety Engineer
Classification: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)
Number of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: Orange County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department information Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation. Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California. The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties Under the direction of a Senior Transportation Engineer in the Office of Construction Administration, Safety, Traffic Management, and Storm Water Pollution Branch, the Transportation Engineer (Civil) performs a wide variety of professional engineering work in an office and/or field setting. The incumbent may receive direction for work tasks from a lead person, the District 12 Construction Storm Water Coordinator and Safety Coordinators.
PARF# 12-6-135 / JC-497343
Minimum Qualifications and Exams Candidates are required to review the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for this classification. If you meet MQs under Pattern II and require the TE Civil in-person written hurdle exam, DO NOT TAKE the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle. Candidates who take the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle may negatively impact their hiring eligibility. Please contact the exam unit at askexams@dot.ca.gov for additional information prior to taking the online examination.
For clarification on the education requirement of the minimum qualifications, contact the Human Resources; ABET accreditation info is available at Find Programs | ABET.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Transportation Engineer (Civil) exam. Those without current eligibility must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, search the classification title on CalCareers.
Special Requirements
Appointment to Range D (Resident Engineer) requires a valid Professional Engineer (Civil) license issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. For all other ranges, a PE license is not required.
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
The position requires continuous written and oral communication with the storm water coordinator, supervisor, resident engineers, construction field staff, environmental, design, and other units. Travel may be required. A valid driver's license is required.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) The SOQ serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages, 12-point Arial font, and include numbered responses to the following questions in order:
Based on the Duty Statement, explain why you are the best candidate with specific examples.
Describe understanding of Stormwater program challenges and how you would apply experience to achieve results.
Describe field construction safety and traffic management experience and how you will apply it.
How does your education, knowledge, and experience make you the most qualified candidate?
What goals do you hope to achieve in this assignment for yourself and the Division?
Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview. If basing eligibility on education, include unofficial transcripts. Foreign transcripts/degrees require a U.S. equivalency evaluation. See links for evaluation agencies. Redact birthdates and SSNs.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Final Filing Date: 11/14/2025.
Who May Apply: Individuals currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, list or LEAP eligibility, or SROA/Surplus eligibility. SROA/Surplus candidates have priority.
How To Apply: Submit electronic applications via CalCareer or send a hard copy package as directed. Address and submission details are provided in the posting.
Required Application Package Documents
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic application when applying electronically).
Resume is optional.
SOQ is required (see Special Requirements).
Reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process can be requested at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this posting.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Government Administration
Referral notes: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Caltrans. Get notified about new Transportation Engineer jobs in Orange County, CA.
Related postings Sample postings include: TRANSPORTATION MANAGER/CITY TRAFFIC ENGINEER; Entry-Level Transportation Engineer/Planner (Spring/Summer 2026); Senior Transportation Engineer - Roadway (Relocation to Phoenix, AZ); etc.
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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