Assistant​/Associate Engineer

Assistant And/Or Associate Engineer

Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) provides safe, reliable, high-quality water and related services that support the health and vitality of the communities it serves. Through responsible stewardship of both its infrastructure and its people, CCWD is committed to building and sustaining a skilled workforce prepared to meet today's needs and tomorrow's challenges.

Contra Costa Water District is seeking up to two (2) or more Assistant and/or Associate Engineer(s) to join the Engineering Department, with the potential to fill additional project-funded position(s) depending on the qualifications of candidates identified. As a valued member of the Engineering department, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of projects and initiatives that support the CCWD's critical infrastructure while continuing to grow professionally and expand technical expertise.

Meaningful Infrastructure Work

• Serve as an integral member contributing to improvements across the treated and untreated water storage systems, water treatment plants, dams, and other critical facilities, including potential support of the Contra Costa Canal replacement.
• Identify and champion creative and innovative approaches to work that support the CCWD's mission and long-term infrastructure needs.

Collaboration and Team Environment

• Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Work with highly effective and collaborative teams committed to delivering high-quality results.

Professional Growth

• Pursue future opportunities for professional experience and career growth on large-scale, regionally significant projects.
• Benefit from CCWD's commitment to training and mentoring employees to support ongoing technical, project management, and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares engineering plans, specifications, studies, and reports; conducts site visits to monitor construction project progress.
• Managing assigned projects, ensuring critical tasks and priorities are identified and addressed to keep projects on track.
• Assessing and managing risks related to project scope, schedule, and budget to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Acting as a technical resource, providing expertise and guidance across various CCWD initiatives.
• Administering consultant contracts, coordinating efforts between consultants and project stakeholders to ensure timely and effective project delivery.

In addition to a competitive salary, the Contra Costa Water District offers an excellent benefits package!