Assistant Engineer

Assistant Engineer Municipal Utilities Department (MUD)

The City of Stockton Municipal Utilities Department is seeking a qualified and motivated Assistant Engineer to join our team. In this role, you'll perform a variety of professional engineering duties related to the planning, design, and construction of public works and utility infrastructure projects.

Under the general supervision of a Senior or Associate Civil Engineer, the Assistant Engineer will be responsible for a variety of engineering assignments associated with the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of municipal utility facilities and public works projects.

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and experience related to:

• Distribution and treatment of drinking water
• Collection and treatment of sanitary sewer systems
• Collection and conveyance of stormwater systems
• Engineering design and construction management practices
• Public infrastructure planning and development

Knowledge of sewer pump stations, water treatment plants, and wastewater treatment plant processes is highly desirable.

• Assist with planning, design, and construction of utility and public works projects
• Prepare engineering studies, reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Review engineering calculations and technical documents
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and City staff
• Conduct field inspections and evaluate project progress
• Support the delivery of critical water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure improvements

We offer a flexible 9/80 work schedule consisting of nine-hour workdays Monday through Thursday, and eight hours every other Friday, with alternating Fridays off. Work hours may be adjusted with supervisory approval. A typical schedule may include Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or a closely related field, or possession of a valid California registration as a Licensed Land Surveyor, AND two years of engineering experience in design, development review, construction, or traffic planning or operations.

• Must possess a valid California driver’s license.
• Specified positions may require a willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions and physical strength to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 60 pounds.