Supervising Engineer

Overview

The San Bernardino County Department of Public Works is seeking a skilled and motivated Supervising Engineer to lead a team of professional engineers and technical staff. This role involves managing engineering projects that enhance the safety and sustainability of our communities.

The Department encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth. Team members take initiative, solve problems creatively, and collaborate across disciplines while receiving mentorship and knowledge‑sharing opportunities.

• Oversee an engineering section and supervise staff and consultants.
• Deliver complex projects related to flood control, highways, traffic, solid waste, and fire hazard abatement.
• Ensure engineering functions are performed efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Support design teams, manage consultant oversight, construction support, and prepare bids, contracts, and board items.
• Maintain design standards, quality control, and staff training.
• Provide technical guidance for traffic signing, striping, signals, and traffic control plans.

• License
  :
  Must hold current status as a registered Professional Civil Engineer (PE) with the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs.
• Education
  : Option 1 – Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
  Option 2 – Forty‑five semester (68 quarter) units in civil engineering or a closely related field, with a completed coursework list.
• Experience
  : Option 1 – Three (3) years of professional experience as a civil engineer or engineer in a related field.
  Option 2 – Four (4) years of professional experience in a related field.

• Travel to various County sites is required; a valid California Class C driver’s license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be provided at hire.
• Physical demands include frequent sitting, occasional walking, standing, bending, and squatting; fine manipulation; and occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds.
• The position may expose employees to dust, gas, toxic materials, noise, and extreme temperatures.
• Sponsorship for work visas is not considered.

• Collaborative culture with communication and mutual respect.
• Impactful work serving over 2 million residents.
• Competitive pay, excellent benefits, flexible schedules, and wellness resources.
• Clear career pathways, professional development, and leadership training.

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. Veterans’ Preference points are available for eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees.