Licensed Professional Engineer

Overview

Licensed Professional Engineer (Open Until Filled) – City of Fresno, CA

Salary: $ - $ Annually USD

Position description and recruitment notes are open until filled. The City is seeking experienced professional engineers to support capital projects and critical infrastructure operations in the Capital Projects Department and the Department of Public Utilities.

• Perform complex work requiring licensure as a Professional Engineer and may supervise, coordinate, and evaluate the performance of pre-professional engineers and technical engineering staff engaged in civil, electrical, fire protection, geotechnical, structural, mechanical, sanitary, or traffic engineering.
• Support capital projects and daily departmental operations to ensure projects are delivered in a timely manner.
• Work in departments with openings in Design Services, Transportation Project Management, Utilities Project Management, and On-Site Project Management, with experience in civil, transportation, or utilities design preferred.
• Participate in planning, design, and construction oversight of potable water, recycled water, and wastewater projects; engage with water resources management plans and related master plans as needed.
• All vacancies will be filled from the eligible list for a specified period with potential extension at the City’s discretion.

• Valid registration as a Professional Engineer by the State of California or equivalent at time of application. License from another state may qualify, but a California PE license must be obtained at time of appointment.

• Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver’s License may be required within sixty (60) days of appointment.
• Recruitment may be limited to a specific area of expertise as required by operational needs.
• Please attach a copy of your valid registration as a Professional Engineer. Applications lacking this documentation may be rejected.
• Areas of expertise include, but are not limited to:
  Civil, Electrical, Fire Protection, Geotechnical, Mechanical, Sanitary, Structural, and Traffic Engineering.

• Application review – Qualifying Only:
  Applications meeting minimum qualifications will be reviewed; a limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to an Oral Examination.
• Oral Exam – 100%: A panel will evaluate training, experience, and personal traits. Passing score required for the eligible list.
• Oral examination tentative schedule:
  To Be Determined.

Candidates applying for veteran's preference must submit a copy of DD214 with their application during the filing period. Veterans may receive five (5) points added to their final score upon qualification.

Online applications only. For information on how to complete an online application, visit the Help & Support tab. For assistance, contact NEOGOV support. Ensure all required licenses, certifications, and education are verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Resumes are not a substitute for the work experience section.

Closing Date/Time: 6/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department in advance of the examination.

• Health insurance:
  City contribution toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental, and vision for employee and dependents.
• Flexible Spending Account (IRS 125).
• Deferred compensation (Voluntary 457 plan).
• Annual leave, life insurance, supplemental sick leave, management leave, holidays, long-term disability, and other local program details.
• Retirement and DROP program information is available through the City retirement systems.