Senior or Principal Engineer

Applications will be accepted until 9/11/2026, 11:59pm Pacific.

The Senior Engineer – Water Pipeline Infrastructure manages infrastructure engineering and asset management functions for the Agency, working in close coordination with the Engineering Manager. They independently manage medium-scale capital projects through planning, procurement, and construction phases, conduct technical evaluations and assessments, and ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements. They apply advanced engineering software tools to support project design, spatial analysis, and asset data maintenance, and contribute to Agency planning through clear technical communication with internal teams and external partners.

• Independently diagnoses and resolves engineering or construction issues.
• Weighs risks, considers multiple solutions, and adapts methods to specific project constraints.
• Exercises judgment to engage others as appropriate.

• Independently manages medium-scale projects through planning, procurement, and construction phases.
• Develops and oversees scopes, schedules, budgets, and technical documents.
• Leads construction meetings, processes change orders, and ensures compliance with contract terms, codes, and safety standards.
• Coordinates internal teams and external partners; uses project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) to monitor progress and reporting.

• Independently reviews and assesses technical proposals, contractor submittals, and engineering designs.
• Ensures compliance with standards and project requirements.
• Designs and conducts credible technical evaluations related to water pipeline infrastructure function.

• Helps manage water pipeline design and construction projects, including rehabilitation and replacement.
• Manages hydraulic modeling, condition assessments, and cost-benefit analyses.
• Helps resolve operational issues and ensures regulatory compliance.

• Independently prepares well-structured technical reports, memos, and presentations.
• Explains complex engineering concepts to non-engineers and contributes to Agency planning discussions.

• Integrates CADD, GIS, and/or other engineering software into project planning, design, and maintenance workflows.
• Performs advanced spatial analyses (e.g., hydraulic modeling support, service area analysis).
• Maintains accurate data in the software for water assets and coordinates with field staff for updates.

All Agency employees are expected to demonstrate the following behaviors:

• Listens actively and asks clarifying questions.
• Communicates clearly, concisely and respectfully to coworkers, stakeholders and customers.
• Manages emotions constructively in routine and stressful situations.

• Follows through on commitments and updates others when plans change.
• Adheres to policies, safety standards, and procedures.
• Owns mistakes and takes corrective action.

• Shares information and resources proactively.
• Recognizes and values others' expertise and responsibilities; seeks input when needed.
• Offers and requests help during high-demand or cross-team tasks.

• Adapts to new processes, technologies, and priorities.
• Identifies, suggests and helps implement improvement opportunities.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field is required.
• A graduate degree in one of the above-mentioned fields is preferred.

• 5 years minimum of progressively responsible professional engineering experience is required, including at least 2 years in project management or construction oversight.
• Experience in the planning, design, and implementation of water pipeline infrastructure projects is preferred.

• Valid California Class C driver’s license and current automobile insurance are required.
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