Associate Engineer / Associate Civil Engineer

Riverside County, CA; Riverside (CA); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative public agency is seeking Associate Engineers to join its Flood Control District. This role involves performing complex engineering tasks related to flood control and stormwater management, working collaboratively with teams to design and implement essential infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in hydrology studies, structural design, and the use of specialized engineering software. With a flexible work schedule and opportunities for professional growth, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact on community safety and environmental sustainability.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Contribution

Sick Leave Accrual

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Deferred Compensation Plan

Qualifications

• Two years of professional civil engineering experience required.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering.

Responsibilities

• Direct work involved in planning, design, and construction of flood control projects.
• Supervise the preparation of structural drawings and related contract documents.

Skills

Hydrology Studies

Hydraulic Analyses

Structural Design

Plan/Drawing Preparation

Specification Writing

Construction Contract Administration

Inspection of Public Works Facilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Bioresource & Agricultural Engineering

Tools

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

WSPG

Inroads

AutoCAD

CivilD

Flo-2D

Job description

Salary : $94,619.20 - $132,600.00 Annually

Location : Riverside

Job Type : Regular

Remote Employment : Flexible / Hybrid

Job Number : 25-76424-03

Department : Flood Control

Division : Flood Control

Opening Date : 02 / 18 / 2025

Closing Date : 8 / 18 / 2025 12 : 00 AM Pacific

ABOUT THE POSITION

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The County of Riverside's Flood Control District has multiple opportunities for Associate Engineers / Associate Civil Engineers that will be assigned to multiple divisions located in Riverside.

The Engineers will under minimal direction, perform varied and difficult flood control engineering work in one or more of the District's engineering divisions, which span from Planning, Design, Construction, Operation and Maintenance of Stormwater Management facilities. Candidates may also supervise or train lower classifications within these roles.

The District desires candidates with a background leading and organizing teams of people involved in the planning, design, review and approval of public works projects and have direct experience performing or reviewing hydrology studies, hydraulic analyses, floodplain analysis, structural design, plan / drawing preparation, specification writing, bid document writing, construction contract administration, and / or inspection of public works facilities. Those who have knowledge and use of various engineering software including HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, WSPG, Inroads, AutoCAD, CivilD, Flo-2D, or other Hydraulic, Hydrologic, Structural design software are highly encouraged to apply.

This position offers a flexible schedule with the opportunity to telecommute one day per week after the training period. Please note that this is offered at the department's discretion and is subject to change.

Meet The Team

The Riverside County provides for the control and conservation of flood and storm waters and for the protection of watercourses, watersheds, public highways, life and property from damage within its boundaries.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assign work, give instructions and resolve difficult engineering and administrative problems in connection with directing the work involved in the planning, design and construction of highways, sanitary landfills, flood control and drainage structures, or review and approval of structural or grading plans.
• Direct the activities of a group of office engineering personnel in analyzing field data and preparing plans, profiles, maps, and related drawings necessary for construction work.
• Make or review stress analyses of structures such as bridges and hydraulic structures; perform structural engineering analysis of proposed commercial, industrial and complex buildings and structures.
• Review grading, building and structure plans for conformity to uniform building codes, local ordinances, state regulations, and administrative policies.
• Assist and advise permit applicants in engineering and technical structural or grading problems; assist and participate in the in-service training programs of building inspectors and engineering technicians relative to grading and structural inspections.
• Supervise the preparation of structural drawings; prepare specifications and related contract documents to be used in advertising construction projects for bids.
• Provide technical information to officials of other governmental jurisdictions, other engineers and the public.
• Work with public utility companies in matters of facility relocation and right-of-way.
• Supervise the maintenance of the necessary records pertaining to survey and construction progress, job expenditures, budget programs, and work order balances; supervise the preparation of requests for change orders.
• Supervise the preparation of progress pay and final estimates on contracts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associate Engineer ($94,613.50 - $122,948.17 Annually)

Education : Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering. (Possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers may substitute for the required education.)

License : Possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required.

Experience : Two years of professional civil engineering experience

Associate Civil Engineer ($101,236.48 - $132,609.96 Annually)

Education : Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Bioresource & Agricultural Engineering.

License : Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required.

Experience : Two years of professional civil engineering experience

Other Requirements :

One year of experience in one or more of the following areas :

• The planning, design, and construction of projects such as :

Flood control facilities including storm drains, channels, basins, dams and levees.

• Stormwater recharge facilities such as groundwater / infiltration basins.
• Stormwater treatment facilities such as infiltration basins, biotreatment, bioretention,
• Experience planning, designing and constructing highways, freeways, sanitary sewers and / or landfills, may also be considered.
• Performance of engineering studies / analyses related to the above types of projects / facilities.
• The detailed review (plan check) and approval of engineering studies and plans related to the above types of projects / facilities

Proof of licensure and degree is required with your application. Applications without proof will not be considered. Please see "Supplemental Information" below for guidelines.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Knowledge of : The fundamentals of civil engineering, including mathematics and physics as applied to engineering of the above types of facilities. Knowledge areas should include one or more of the following : hydraulic analysis and design, hydrology (rainfall / runoff), topographic mapping and surveying, construction processes and methods, structural design / analysis of reinforced concrete.

Ability to : Independently perform the full scope of public works engineering with full responsibility for any combination of design, report writing, planning, specification writing, plan review, quantity / cost estimates or inspection necessary for the completion of projects. Supervise / review the work of subordinate engineering personnel and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

What's Next?

This recruitment is open to all applicants.

Applicants who are currently County of Riverside employees and / or current employees of the Flood Control District may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of the applications received.

General Information

If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Alyssa Wallace at [emailprotected]

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here :

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and / or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at :

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official / unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and / or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency / department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and / or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience / education is reflected on your application / resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at [emailprotected] or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

MEDICAL / DENTAL / VISION INSURANCE : A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note : Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT : County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

• Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60) : Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08 / 24 / 2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
• Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60) : Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08 / 23 / 2012 through 12 / 31 / 2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
• Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62) : Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following :

• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
• A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note :

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at [phone],

Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at [phone] to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION : Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual) :

10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE : Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS : Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE : Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE : Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY :

Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for individuals who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave Benefits. The wage replacement rate is determined by current law, offering 60-70% of the wages earned during the SDI eligibility period.

Additionally, employees receive employer-paid Long-Term Disability Benefits, which cover 66.67% of pre-disability earnings, up to a maximum of $10,000 per month. There is a 365-day waiting period before these benefits become active. Employees may coordinate these benefits with other available leave balances to receive up to 100% of their regular pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION : A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER : There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

Do you possess a valid, current certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers?

Do you have at least two years of professional civil engineering experience?

How many years of experience do you have in the construction of public work facilities such as roads, storm drains, landfills, basins, dams, levees or flood control channels?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2
• 2 years or more, but less than 3
• 3 years or more, but less than 4
• 4 years or more, but less than 5
• 5 years or more, but less than 6
• 6 years or more

How many years of experience do you have in the planning, design, and construction of : highways, sanitary landfills, flood control projects or similar?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2
• 2 years or more, but less than 3
• 3 years or more, but less than 4
• 4 years or more, but less than 5
• 5 years or more, but less than 6
• 6 years or more

How many years of experience do you have using survey instruments and Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment such as MicroStation, InRoads and ArcView GIS?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2
• 2 years or more, but less than 3
• 3 years or more, but less than 4
• 4 years or more, but less than 5
• 5 years or more, but less than 6
• 6 years or more

What level of knowledge do you have of hydrology or hydraulics?

• I have not had experience, education, or training in this area.
• I have completed formal education or training in this subject, but have not yet used this knowledge on the job.
• I have used this knowledge on the job under close supervision.
• I have used this knowledge on the job, independently on a regular basis.
• In addition to independently using this knowledge as a regular part of my job, I have supervised and / or trained others in this area.

What is your experience with plan checking or plan examination?

• I have not had experience, education, or training in this area.
• I have completed education or training in this subject, but have not yet used this knowledge on the job.
• I have used this knowledge on the job under close supervision.
• I have used this knowledge on the job, independently on a regular basis.
• In addition to independently using this knowledge as a regular part of my job, I have supervised and / or trained others in this area.

Select the answer that best describes your current driver's license status :

• I have a valid California driver's license.
• I am able to obtain a valid California driver's license.
• I currently have a valid out-of-state driver's license, and I am able to obtain a valid California driver's license.
• I do not have and / or I am not able to obtain a California driver's license.

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