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City of Santa Rosa

Assistant Engineer/Associate Civil Engineer (TPW)

City of Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa, California, us, 95402

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WE ARE CURRENTLY SEEKING ENGINEERS TO WORK COLLABORATIVELY WITH OUR TALENTED, INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAM IN PROVIDING CRITICAL SERVICES TO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY!

Join a knowledgeable and motivated team who take pride in doing quality work!

The City of Santa Rosa is committed to building a workforce reflective of our community and establishing a lasting culture of equity and belonging within our organization. Our collective talents and expertise contribute to high-quality public services that support a vibrant, resilient, and inclusive City for our community and visitors. We celebrate a diverse workforce and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.

Benefits of City Employment

A competitive total compensation package

Flexible schedule (9/80) available with management approval

12 paid holidays annually, plus 1 to 3 floating holidays per year, depending on start date and years of service

$500 annually for wellness

The City is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer

In addition to a rewarding work environment, opportunity for career growth, and an excellent salary, the City of Santa Rosa provides a generous suite of benefits, including retirement through CalPERS, a competitive leave accrual package, your choice between health plans, and top‑of‑the‑line employer‑paid vision and dental coverage.

About The Positions We are currently seeking Engineers to work collaboratively with our talented, interdisciplinary team to strategically execute a broad array of engineering efforts from planning concept to Notice of Completion.

With a goal for sustainable infrastructure, Associate Civil Engineers and Assistant Engineers in the Capital Projects Engineering (CPE) Division perform a range of engineering tasks to design and construct public works, utilities, and related projects for a wide range of Departments within the City of Santa Rosa. The CPE Division includes Engineers, Engineering Technicians, Surveyors, and administrative support staff whose scope ultimately includes projects to rehabilitate, upgrade, and expand virtually all aspects of the City’s infrastructure — from transportation projects and bridge projects (including the 101 pedestrian overpass), to facilities projects (including interior remodels, emergency operation centers, fire stations, community centers), to creek restoration projects, to water and wastewater infrastructure projects, and everything in between.

The City is exploring and excited about Design‑Build project delivery as an alternative delivery strategy. Capital Projects at the City of Santa Rosa are primarily funded through sewer and water rates, gas taxes, development fees, storm water utility revenue, and grants, as well as other transportation‑related Federal, State, and local funding sources.

We have multiple vacant positions to be filled and aim to create a diverse engineering team to manage the upcoming project load. Appointment at the level of Associate Civil Engineer or Assistant Engineer will depend on the level of your licensure. If you would like to be a member of our team, we warmly welcome your application.

Assistant Engineer Candidate Requirements:

Must possess an Engineer‑In‑Training (E.I.T.) Certificate prior to appointment.

Annual salary range: $115,250 – $140,224.

Associate Civil Engineer Candidate Requirements:

Must possess a certificate of registration as a professional engineer in civil engineering in the State of California prior to appointment.

Annual salary range: $133,599 – $162,388.

The Successful Candidate Will:

Have experience in the design and construction of public and/or private infrastructure

Have a keen interest in public service

Possess a certificate of registration as a professional engineer in civil engineering in the State of California OR possess an Engineer‑In‑Training (E.I.T.) Certificate prior to employment

Be able to focus their engineering, technical, and communication skillsets to optimize how our department manages the repair and replacement of infrastructure

Work effectively in collaboration with a team, as well as independently

Essential Duties

Assist in the solution of complex technical problems

Review work completed by assigned staff

Review reports and check plans for conformance with design standards, codes and regulations

Investigate field conditions affecting property owners, contractors and maintenance operations

Respond to inquiries and complaints from the public by mail, over the telephone, and/or at a public counter

Make field inspections of buildings and/or utility, drainage, and street infrastructure under construction to ensure proper execution of critical structural phases as designed and shown on the approved plans or otherwise required by applicable special provisions, design standards, codes and ordinances

Sign and stamp civil engineering documents including studies, reports, plans and specifications

Make field investigations of existing improvements, buildings and infrastructure and prepare reports based on findings

Administer contracts for construction projects

Supervise and participate in the preparation of plans and specifications for the construction of water, sewer, sewage treatment, street, storm drain, bicycle/pedestrian, traffic signal, creek restoration and other public infrastructure projects

Perform complex calculations and prepare estimates of time and material costs

Prepare estimates and feasibility reports for new or modified services and structures

Prepare special engineering studies and reports

Coordinate utilities activities with other City departments, divisions and sections and with outside agencies

Coordinate public information and/or education programs related to assigned projects

Make presentations to the City Council, Board of Public Utilities, and to various other boards and commissions

Develop and revise design and construction standards for public infrastructure

Research project design requirements

Assign investigation, design, AutoCAD, and drafting tasks to technical staff

Supervise, train and evaluate assigned technical staff

Collect field samples for testing and analyze test results

Order survey, mapping and data collection

Research publications and industry information sources related to assigned projects

Serve as staff to a variety of City commissions, boards and committees on public works or utility matters

Perform related duties as assigned

Assistant Engineer Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of engineering as applied to public works, utilities, building construction or structural design; methods, materials and techniques used in the construction of public works, utilities, or building construction projects; modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding engineering; computer‑aided design, modeling and other software applications.

Ability to:

Make complex engineering computations and check, design and supervise the preparation of engineering plans and studies; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; use and care for engineering instruments and equipment; maintain harmonious relationships with those contacted in the course of work; comprehend and draw inferences from written material.

Experience and Education:

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Sufficient years of experience in professional engineering work to demonstrate possession of the knowledge and abilities listed on the job description; Equivalent to a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or a closely related field; possession of an Engineer‑In‑Training certificate at the time of appointment may be substituted for the education requirement.

Associate Civil Engineer Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of civil and structural engineering as applied to public works, utilities, or building construction projects; methods, materials and techniques used in the construction of public works, utilities or building construction projects; modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding engineering; City engineering policies and procedures; effective problem‑solving techniques. Depending on assignment area, qualifications may include knowledge of principles and practices of engineer's cost estimating, the Subdivision Map Act and principles of the subdivision of land, and/or engineering design principles, practices and methods with emphasis on hydraulics and sanitary engineering.

Ability to:

Make complex engineering computations, including estimating time and materials costs; check, design and supervise the preparation of engineering plans and studies; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; use and care for engineering and drafting instruments and equipment; perform complex professional engineering work with a minimum of supervision; and effectively resolve work‑related problems. In addition, some assignments require the ability to make effective presentations to groups.

Experience and Education:

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. Sufficient engineering experience comparable to the level of an Assistant Engineer in the City of Santa Rosa to demonstrate possession of the knowledge and abilities listed on the job description. Equivalent to a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or a related field.

Required License(s) This classification requires the use of a personal or City vehicle while conducting City business. To drive, individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicle safely and must possess a valid, Class C, California motor vehicle operator’s license.

Professional Registration Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to appointment, a certificate of registration as a professional engineer in civil engineering in the State of California is required.

Working conditions for positions in this classification vary depending on department and division or section assignment. All assignments require incumbents to read and interpret construction drawings, sit or stand for extended periods, use a terminal or personal computer keyboard, visit equipment in the field, and climb ladders or steps to conduct field inspections and investigations.

SANTA ROSA – A WONDERFUL CITY TO CALL HOME The City of Santa Rosa is nestled in the center of famous Sonoma Wine Country, located just 55 miles north of San Francisco and 30 miles east of the Pacific Ocean, with a population of approximately 180,000. Santa Rosa serves as the County seat and the center of trade, government, commerce, and medical facilities for the North Bay. The surrounding area is home to over a hundred wineries and vineyards and many beautiful parks and recreational facilities, including golf courses. Santa Rosa is located in a nationally recognized cycling area. We boast many attractions associated with large cities, including a symphony, performing arts center, theater productions and internationally recognized restaurants, yet still retain the warmth and small‑town feel of decades past. Santa Rosa has been named one of the 50 greenest cities in the United States with one of the top five mid‑size downtowns in California.

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Human Resources at 707‑543‑3060.

The City of Santa Rosa is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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