Civil Engineer- Associate​/Senior

Salary: $10,340.29 - $13,892.06 Monthly
Location : Placerville, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Engineering
Opening Date: 01/02/2026
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: EA - Employee Association

DEFINITION

We are seeking a well-rounded multi-disciplinary engineer to join our team!
THE POSITION
Serves as project manager for a variety of public works and capital improvement projects, including the design and construction of District facilities for water and recycled water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, water and wastewater treatment plants, hydroelectric generation systems, and recreation area improvements.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The ideal candidate will have professional engineering experience in public infrastructure projects, coupled with proven project management abilities. Candidates will also demonstrate versatility in both collaborative and independent work environments, managing projects effectively from inception through completion in accordance with prescribed procedures.
REPORTING LOCATION
All engineering staff report in person to the District's Headquarters campus located in Placerville to promote team collaboration and cohesiveness.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

• Administers, reviews, and oversees construction projects

• Research project design requirements, performs related calculations, and prepares time and material cost estimates

• Interprets construction specifications, conducts plan checks to ensure compliance with District and various environmental and regulatory standards

• Provides technical assistance to contractors and subcontractors

• Responds to requests for information by contractors, inspectors, consultants, stakeholders, and customers

• Inspects and verifies the quality of workmanship to District standards and specifications

• Conducts submittal reviews

• Authorizes certification of substantial and final project completions

• Verifies and approves progress payments and contract retainage
QUALIFICATIONS
Associate Civil Engineers require a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution and a Professional Engineering (PE) license.

Senior Civil Engineers require, in addition to the above, five years of professional engineering experience, including three years in a role similar to that of an Associate Civil Engineer with the District.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

License:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. This position is open until filled.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, pension, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and retiree health insurance benefits (subject to vesting schedule).
Health Insurance Benefits (Active Employees) - CalPERS plans, including PPOs and HMOs available

• Employer pays entire monthly premiums for employee or up to $2,758.51 for a family plan (100/85 split)

Health Insurance Benefits (Retiree) - CalPERS plans, including PPOs, HMO, and Senior plans available (subject to vesting schedule).

• Employer pays entire monthly premiums for employee-only coverage, or up to $2,758.51 for a family plan (100/85 split)

Dental Insurance (Delta Dental PPO Network)

• Employee only:
  No cost
• Employee + 1 Dependent - $2.85 biweekly
• Employee + 2 or more Dependents - $8.89 biweekly
• Orthodontic Benefits- 50% or $3,500 lifetime

Vision Insurance (VSP)

• Employee only:
  No cost
• Employee + 1 Dependent - $0.07 biweekly
• Employee + 2 or more Dependents - $0.57 biweekly
• Frames every 2 years & lenses every year

Flexible Spending Account- voluntary

• Health Care Expenses: $3,400 for 2026
• Dependent Care Expenses: $7,500 for 2026
• Pre-tax contributions with a P&A Group credit card for eligible expenses

Life & AD&D Insurance (Prudential)

• Coverage equal to one-time annual base salary (up to $150,000) -…