Associate Civil Engineer (Civil/Structural)

East-Bay-Municipal-Utility-District-; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Holidays and sick leave

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Transit subsidy

Job summary

East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) invites an Associate Civil Engineer with strong structural modeling and design background to work on reservoirs, pumping plants, and water infrastructure in Oakland. The role combines on-site efforts with telecommuting in a hybrid schedule.

You’ll perform codes-based calculations, lead structural assessments, and prepare plans and cost estimates for construction documents while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering (ABET-accredited).
• Four years of professional civil/structural engineering experience (post-degree).
• California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer; EIT and/or PE desirable.
• California driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design of reservoirs, pumping plants, and other water structures.
• Prepare calculations per California Building Code using hand methods and SAP2000/MathCAD.
• Design civil/site improvements including storm water, grading, drainage, and landscaping.
• Prepare and review plans, specs, and cost estimates for construction documents.
• Provide design support during construction, review shop drawings, RFIs, and clarifications.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with multiple internal/external teams.

Skills

Structural analysis

Civil design

Seismic design

Project coordination

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited civil/structural eng degree

California EIT

Professional Civil Engineer (PE)

Tools

SAP2000

MathCAD

AutoCAD

Revit

Civil 3D

Bluebeam

Job description

The PositionThe Civil/Structural group in the Design Division of the Engineering and Construction Department is seeking an Associate Civil Engineer with structural modeling skills and a strong civil and structural design background to work on a variety of challenging projects, including buildings, reservoirs, pipelines, buried structures, and foundations. The position is based in East Bay Municipal Utility District’s administrative office in downtown Oakland. A hybrid schedule that combines on-site work with telecommuting may be available.Responsibilities include the following:• Performing structural analysis and design of reservoirs, pumping plants, and other structures related to the storage, transmission, and distribution of water.• Preparing calculations, based on the California Building Code, for the design of concrete, steel, wood, and masonry structures using hand calculations and modeling software such as SAP2000 and MathCAD.• Designing civil and site improvements for EBMUD facilities, including storm water management systems, grading, drainage, and landscaping.• Preparing and reviewing plans, specifications, and cost estimates for construction contract documents.• Preparing structural and seismic assessments of existing water storage, treatment facilities, and transmission facilities, based on ASCE and AWWA standards.• Preparing reports and memoranda, recommending conceptual repairs and retrofits, and determining preliminary cost estimates.• Preparing detailed sketches, by hand or using software such as Bluebeam, Revit, AutoCAD, or Civil 3D, and communicating design intent to drafting staff.• Providing design support during construction including reviewing shop-drawing submittals, answering RFIs, preparing design clarifications, and performing special inspections.• Coordinating the work of the Design Division with other EBMUD work groups and with external agencies and organizations.• As technical lead on projects, meeting internal client needs and delivering quality results that are within budget and on schedule.• Keeping up with research and developments in the fields of civil and structural engineering, seismic engineering, and water systems.• Mentoring and coaching less experienced engineers.• Leading emergency-response safety assessments of EBMUD facilities.• Performing other related duties as assigned by the Senior Engineer.THE IDEAL CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate is a creative individual with broad, deep, and up-to-date knowledge of civil and structural engineering including:• Building codes and water industry codes• Design documentation• Seismic design research and practices• Concrete, steel, masonry, and wood construction• Construction and constructability reviewsThe ideal candidate also possesses the following:• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to make technical and non-technical presentations to both professional and lay audiences.• Experience collaborating on major projects with engineers, scientists, contractors, technicians, field staff, staff from outside agencies, and members of the public.• Proficiency in civil and structural analysis, design, and construction support.• Knowledge of current state seismic and building codes.• Familiarity with ASCE, CBC, ACI, AISC, and AWWA standards.• Knowledge of water distribution and treatment engineering principles.• Experience in project planning, preparing contract bid documents for water facilities, and static and dynamic structural analysis using finite element software.The salary range is $13,124 per month increasing to $13,780, $14,469, $15,192 and $15,952 after 6, 18, 30, and 42 months, respectively.EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.RequirementsAny combination of education and experience that has led to the acquisition of the knowledge and abilities indicated above. Typical means of acquiring the essential knowledge and abilities is a combination of training and experience equivalent to:1. A bachelor’s degree in an ABET-accredited civil, structural, or environmental engineering curriculum OR a California EIT Certificate;2. Four years of professional civil and/or structural engineering experience (subsequent to obtaining the degree), including at least two years of experience at the level of EBMUD’s Assistant Engineer classification; AND3. California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer. NOTE: California specialty registration as a Structural Engineer is highly desirable.In addition, candidates must possess a California driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record, the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the position and the willingness to work overtime as needed.Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the “equivalent combination of education and experience” provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/.The Selection Process1. Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com by 4:30 p.m., Friday, October 2, 2026. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.2. Candidates must achieve a passing score on each test part in order to advance to the next step in the selection process.3. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, with those candidates receiving a passing score to be invited to a panel interview tentatively scheduled for November 2026.4. Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 to 24 months.5. The probation period for this position is 12 months. For those holding civil service status the probation period is 6 months.6. All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.Supplemental InformationAs the first step in the selection process, responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted online with your regular EBMUD application. You will be evaluated on a competitive basis and only candidates passing the competitive application review will continue in the selection process. Describe your work experience clearly, thoroughly, and accurately. Be sure to include your employer's name and the time period of the experience you are describing. Be specific and succinct. Your responses should demonstrate your ability to write concise and well-organized documents using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.The questions cover a range of work responsibilities. Although you may use the same experience as the basis for answering more than one question, describing a variety of experiences will provide the panel with a better understanding of the breadth and depth of your experience. When describing your experience, please confine your remarks to assignments you have personally performed. Should you respond with comments such as “see application” or “see resume” instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered. NOTE: Any experience mentioned in your supplemental responses must be represented in your work history in your application.PLEASE NOTE: While we understand applicants may use various tools to support the preparation of their materials, responses that appear to be primarily generated by AI tools, without meaningful personalization or demonstration of the applicant’s own qualifications, may result in disqualification from the selection process.Regular/Probationary Positions:Our excellent benefits package includes:12 days paid vacation; 16 holidays; 13 days paid sick leave;Family health insurance (choice of Kaiser fully paid or Sutter Health Plus or Anthem Blue Cross 85% paid);Fully paid family dental and vision care plans; life insurance; long-term disability insurance;EBMUD Retirement Plan (reciprocal with CalPERS);$1,000/yr. contributed to flexible spending account or cash;$145/mo. public transit subsidy;401(k), 401(a) and 457(b) tax-deferred retirement plans; Roth 401(k);$3,500/yr. tuition reimbursement;And opportunities for professional growth including training and career development.Temporary / Limited Term / Temporary Construction Positions:Temporary (T) - Full-time, Temporary (T) employees are eligible for health benefits but are not members of the EBMUD Employees' Retirement Plan and do not have civil service status.Limited Term (LT) - Full-time, Limited-term (LT) employees are eligible for health benefits but are not members of the EBMUD Employees' Retirement Plan and do not have civil service status.Temporary Construction (TC) - Full-time, Temporary Construction (TC) employees are eligible for health benefits but are not members of the EBMUD Employees' Retirement Plan and do not have civil service status.NOTE: EBMUD employees with Civil Service status retain all benefits.