Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Mechanical Engineer - Associate or Senior Level
Location: Tracy Area

Deadline: Friday, February 27, 2026 at 12pm

Annual Starting Salary: (Depending on Qualifications)

• $ (Associate Level)
• $ (Senior Level)

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Any combination of education and experience which would likely provide the necessary knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
• A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities include the equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering field.

• At least five (5) or more years of professional level mechanical engineering experience;
• Two years of which must have been in a position which involved serving as project engineer or resident engineer on construction projects.
• Possession of a Master s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of the project, or resident engineer level experience

• Valid Certificate of Registration as a Mechanical Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration (Associate level) is required.
• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of appointment.
• Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
• Possession and proof of a good driving record as evidenced by freedom from multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents for at least two (2) consecutive years.
• The driving record will not contribute to an increase in the Authority’s automobile insurance rates.

Under general direction of the Engineering Manager, the Mechanical Engineer performs a wide variety of technical field and office engineering work associated with various activities, programs and facilities. Responsible for all mechanical design and engineering support associated with the installation, modification, maintenance and testing of mechanical systems and equipment associated with Authority facilities. Coordinates major mechanical repairs, modifications, or testing with various government agencies, Member Agencies, and divisions within the Authority.

Provides administrative duties, including the coordination of departmental maintenance and operations as assigned; and related duties as required.

The duties of this classification are described below.

Examples of Duties:
L isted below are illustrative only and are not meant to be a complete and exhaustive listing of all of the duties and responsibilities of the classification.

• Develops preliminary and final cost estimates, designs, plans, and develops technical specifications for the repair, maintenance, monitoring and construction projects on Authority structures, and facilities.
• Reviews troubleshooting or test data and makes recommendations for equipment repairs.
• Updates electronic drawings, and technical documentation when equipment or system modifications are performed.
• Prepares requests for proposals and contract/bidding documents for work performed by outside contractors/consultants.
• Provides project inspection/coordination/management and contract administration functions on assigned projects/programs.
• Prepares comprehensive reports/studies, budget estimates, informational data for assigned engineering projects.
• Meets with outside engineers/consultants to discuss concepts and general requirements on for new projects.
• Prepares material specifications and orders materials for assigned projects.
• Participates in the development and management of the Authority 10-Year Extraordinary O&M and Capital Improvement Projects/Programs.
• Serves as Authority engineer on repair, maintenance, and rehabilitation projects.
• Prepares and files Authority designs, plans and drawings in accordance with Authority file management structure.
• Participates and represents the Authority in coordination with other utilities, regulatory agencies, governmental bodies, planning agencies, trade and professional associations, technical groups, and developers.…