Assistant City Engineer

American Society of Civil Engineers; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Tustin seeks an Assistant City Engineer to lead and mentor engineering staff, improve project delivery, and uphold QA/QC standards. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Public Works - City Engineer, the role demands people-centered leadership and strategic partnership across divisions.

Requires six years in civil engineering with at least three years in supervision, a California P.E. license, and a bachelor's degree. Salary range reflects strong benefits and DOQE considerations.

Qualifications

• Six years of professional civil engineering experience, including three years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and develop engineering professionals within the Engineering Division.
• Strengthen project delivery and QA/QC practices.
• Serve as a trusted leadership partner to the City Engineer.
• Lead the Engineering Division with sound judgment and interpersonal skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Licensed California P.E.

Job description

Conveniently located in the heart of Orange County, the vibrant City of Tustin (pop. 79,326) offers an exceptional quality of life complemented by an ideal Southern California climate. The Engineering Division of the City's Public Works Department delivers the City's Capital Improvement Program. The seven-year CIP includes $150+ million in local improvements, with another $370 million in future infrastructure investment planned for the 1,600-acre Tustin Legacy.

Reporting to the Deputy Director of Public Works - City Engineer, the Assistant City Engineer is a newly created leadership position designed to strengthen the people, systems, and practices behind Tustin's Engineering Division. The successful candidate will help mentor and develop engineering professionals, strengthen project delivery and QA/QC practices, and serve as a trusted leadership partner to the City Engineer. Tustin seeks an accomplished, people-centered engineering leader with sound judgment, emotional intelligence, and strong interpersonal skills.

Requires six years of professional civil engineering experience, including three years in a supervisory or management capacity and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field. Must be a California P.E.

Salary range $146,390 - $197,100 DOQE. Salary is supplemented by an attractive benefits package. The recruitment closes on Sunday, October 11, 2026.