Associate Civil Engineer

County of Riverside in; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in waste management is seeking an Associate Civil Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves overseeing engineering projects related to landfills and public works, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering, particularly in surveying and hydrology, and be proficient with essential engineering software. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and environmental stewardship, and make a meaningful impact on community health and safety.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional civil engineering experience required.
• Experience in planning, design, and construction of public works projects.

Responsibilities

• Assign work and resolve engineering problems related to landfills and highways.
• Direct engineering personnel in analyzing field data and preparing construction plans.
• Provide technical information to government officials and the public.

Skills

Civil Engineering Fundamentals

Surveying

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Geotechnical Engineering

Environmental Control

Supervisory Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Registration as a Civil Engineer

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Microstation

InRoads

Arcview GIS

GPS Equipment

Sokkia TotalStation

Prolink

MS Projects

SureTrak

Job description

Associate Civil Engineer (Finance)

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The County of Riverside's Department of Waste Resources has opportunities for multiple Associate Civil Engineers to join their team in Beaumont and Moreno Valley.

The Associate Civil Engineer (ACE) will handle responsibilities including assigning work, providing instructions, and resolving complex engineering and administrative problems related to the day-to-day operations of active landfills, such as safety, traffic, surveying, and operational efficiency. The incumbent will also direct office engineering personnel in analyzing field data, preparing plans, profiles, maps, and drawings necessary for construction. Additional duties include regulatory permitting and compliance, long-range planning and design, overseeing large-scale Public Works Construction projects, staff training, and development.

Other responsibilities include performing complex engineering assessments and analyses to enhance Department operations' efficiency, and providing technical information to government officials, engineers, and the public.

Candidates should have experience applying civil engineering fundamentals, especially in surveying, hydrology, hydraulics, geotechnical, and environmental control in a landfill setting. Supervisory experience of field staff, including equipment operators and lead staff, is also desirable. Familiarity with programs like Microstation, InRoads, Access, PowerPoint, MS Projects, AutoCAD, Civil3D, SureTrak, and Arcview GIS, as well as survey equipment such as GPS, Sokkia TotalStation, and mapping software like Prolink, is highly encouraged.

Under general supervision, performs professional civil engineering work related to surveying, design, construction, and maintenance of public works projects, along with other related duties as required.

Advancement to the Senior Civil Engineer level is through competitive selection via an open recruitment process.

Meet the Team!

The Department of Waste Resources aims to serve the County's solid waste disposal needs by ensuring efficient landfilling, protecting the environment, and promoting recycling to maintain a safe and healthy community for current and future generations.

• Assign work, give instructions, and resolve engineering and administrative problems related to planning, design, and construction of highways, landfills, flood control, and drainage structures.
• Direct office engineering personnel in analyzing field data and preparing plans, profiles, maps, and drawings for construction.
• Make or review stress analyses of structures such as bridges and hydraulic structures, and perform structural engineering analysis of complex buildings and structures.
• Review plans for conformity to building codes, ordinances, regulations, and policies.
• Assist permit applicants with engineering and structural problems, and participate in training programs for inspectors and technicians.
• Supervise the preparation of structural drawings, specifications, and contract documents for construction bids.
• Provide technical information to government officials, engineers, and the public.
• Coordinate with utility companies regarding facility relocation and right-of-way issues.
• Supervise record-keeping related to surveys, construction progress, expenditures, and work orders; oversee requests for change orders.
• Supervise the preparation of progress payments and final estimates on contracts.

Experience: Two years of professional civil engineering experience, including at least one year in:

• The planning, design, and construction of highways, landfills, or flood control projects.
• The review and approval of grading or structural plans for permit issuance.
• Performing air or water quality control.

Other Requirements:

• Valid California Driver's License.
• Registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

Physical Requirements: Ability to spend days in the field in various weather conditions, carrying and transporting survey equipment during inspections.

What's Next? This is a continuous posting until filled. Apply now for earliest consideration. Current County employees and Waste Resources Department employees may be prioritized.

General Information

For questions, contact Alyssa Wallace at [e-mail]. Technical support is available via [e-mail] or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.