State of California
Job Title
Office Engineer Branch Chief
Posting Details
Department of Transportation – California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Classification: Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans Salary: $11,437.00 – $14,315.00 per month (minimum salary for new‑to‑state candidates applied) Final Filing Date: 1/15/2026
Job Summary
Under the general direction of the Chief, Office of Engineering Services, the incumbent supervises the Region Office Engineer Branch in Redding. The position directs the work of Specification Engineers in developing and reviewing plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E) for highway improvement projects. The role is largely independent; a Professional Engineer (PE) is required.
Responsibilities
Supervise and manage the daily operations of the Region Office Engineer Branch. Direct Specification Engineers in creating, reviewing, and approving highway project plans, specifications, and estimates. Work independently on assignments, ensuring compliance with Caltrans policies and project objectives. Collaborate with internal and external staff including project engineers, traffic engineers, maintenance engineers, construction engineers, and local agencies. Apply logic and creativity in decision‑making processes to address organizational and stakeholder needs.
Minimum Requirements
Valid certificate of registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. Valid driver’s license (required for operation of state‑owned or leased vehicles). Professional Engineering (PE) registration. Strong written communication skills; statement of qualifications (SOQ) must be provided.
Working Conditions
Position is located at 1031 Butte Street, Redding, CA 96001, Shasta County. Employees will work in a climate‑controlled office and may be required to travel throughout the northern region, often outdoors, and may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, and extreme temperatures. Telework may be offered at the department's discretion.
Application Instructions
To apply, submit a completed application package including the Standard State Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and all required documents. Electronic applications via CalCareer are mandatory; hard copies may be mailed or dropped off at the addresses below.
Mailing Address: Department of Transportation, Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact Certification Services, MS‑90 P O Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816‑8036. Drop‑Off Address: Department of Transportation, California Department of Transportation—Classification and Hiring Unit – ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS‑90, Sacramento, CA 95816 (Closed weekends and State holidays, 08:00 AM–05:00 PM).
Required Documents:
Current state examination/application form STD 678 or its electronic equivalent. Resume (optional). Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) following Caltrans instructions.
Reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process may be requested when scheduling the interview. Direct accommodation requests to the interview scheduler; EEO inquiries should be directed to the Department's EEO Office.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer. Employment is objective and nondiscriminatory with respect to age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetics, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics. The State of California has a drug‑free workplace objective and expects all applicants to comply with related policies.
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Office Engineer Branch Chief
Posting Details
Department of Transportation – California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Classification: Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans Salary: $11,437.00 – $14,315.00 per month (minimum salary for new‑to‑state candidates applied) Final Filing Date: 1/15/2026
Job Summary
Under the general direction of the Chief, Office of Engineering Services, the incumbent supervises the Region Office Engineer Branch in Redding. The position directs the work of Specification Engineers in developing and reviewing plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E) for highway improvement projects. The role is largely independent; a Professional Engineer (PE) is required.
Responsibilities
Supervise and manage the daily operations of the Region Office Engineer Branch. Direct Specification Engineers in creating, reviewing, and approving highway project plans, specifications, and estimates. Work independently on assignments, ensuring compliance with Caltrans policies and project objectives. Collaborate with internal and external staff including project engineers, traffic engineers, maintenance engineers, construction engineers, and local agencies. Apply logic and creativity in decision‑making processes to address organizational and stakeholder needs.
Minimum Requirements
Valid certificate of registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. Valid driver’s license (required for operation of state‑owned or leased vehicles). Professional Engineering (PE) registration. Strong written communication skills; statement of qualifications (SOQ) must be provided.
Working Conditions
Position is located at 1031 Butte Street, Redding, CA 96001, Shasta County. Employees will work in a climate‑controlled office and may be required to travel throughout the northern region, often outdoors, and may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, and extreme temperatures. Telework may be offered at the department's discretion.
Application Instructions
To apply, submit a completed application package including the Standard State Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and all required documents. Electronic applications via CalCareer are mandatory; hard copies may be mailed or dropped off at the addresses below.
Mailing Address: Department of Transportation, Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact Certification Services, MS‑90 P O Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816‑8036. Drop‑Off Address: Department of Transportation, California Department of Transportation—Classification and Hiring Unit – ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS‑90, Sacramento, CA 95816 (Closed weekends and State holidays, 08:00 AM–05:00 PM).
Required Documents:
Current state examination/application form STD 678 or its electronic equivalent. Resume (optional). Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) following Caltrans instructions.
Reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process may be requested when scheduling the interview. Direct accommodation requests to the interview scheduler; EEO inquiries should be directed to the Department's EEO Office.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer. Employment is objective and nondiscriminatory with respect to age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetics, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics. The State of California has a drug‑free workplace objective and expects all applicants to comply with related policies.
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