Associate Engineer - CIP

Are you ready to make a real impact on your community? The City of Corona is looking for a dynamic and driven individual to join our Public Works Department as an Associate Engineer in the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) Division - Utilities Section.

In this exciting role, you will be at the forefront of designing, rehabilitating, and building essential infrastructure that supports the City's water, wastewater, and reclamation systems. From treatment plants and reservoirs to pump stations and expansion projects with land developers, your work will shape the future of our city.

As a key member of the Utilites team, you will also contribute to Corona's commitment to water conservation and sustainability. This is your chance to take on meaningful challenges in a fast paced, fun, and team oriented environment.

We are looking for someone who:

• Brings energy and enthusiasm to every project.

• Thrives on multitasking and tackling new challenges.
• Wants to make a difference through innovative engineering solutions.

Knowledge & Education

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Civil and structural engineering principles, techniques, policies, and procedures.
• Practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports.
• Principles and practices of capital improvement program budgeting, cost estimation, funding, project management, and contract administration.
• Principles and modern techniques and equipment used in the design, construction, and maintenance of streets and utilities infrastructure.
• Contract management practices in a public agency setting.
• Land development principles and associated documentation such as property legal descriptions and subdivision maps.
• Principles and practices of hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and soil mechanics.
• Principles and practices of technical report and business correspondence preparation.
• Software applications related to engineering design and construction, geographic information systems, computer-aided design and drafting, and databases.

• Perform a diverse range of professional engineering tasks in the design, development, and oversight of City civil engineering and construction projects.
• Prepare, conduct, and evaluate engineering studies; research, analyze, and summarize data; perform accurate engineering calculations and cost estimates.
• Review and assess studies or reports prepared by consultants or developers to evaluate their compliance with project specifications and requirements.
• Oversee the work of construction inspection and/or design staff.
• Ensure materials used in City construction projects are of the quality and quantity specified in contracts.
• Prepare, analyze, understand, and interpret engineering construction plans, specifications, and other contract documents, and determine conformance with applicable laws and standards.
• Assist in and develop and administer contracts for professional services and construction in a public agency setting.
• Investigate field conditions for project feasibility and/or issues which arise during the construction process.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling analysis.

• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering or structural engineering experience.
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment.

• An upbeat attitude, eager to participate.
• A passion for producing outstanding quality of work.
• A high performing, genuine, authentic individual with a good sense of humor.
• Ability to build and maintain the trust of coworkers, subordinates, and city staff.
• A genuine interest in supporting the employees.