Associate Engineer - CIP

City of Corona; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Corona is seeking an Associate Engineer for the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Division in the Public Works Department. Responsibilities include planning, design, and construction of CIP projects such as utilities, streets, storm drains, parks, and facilities.

One vacancy exists in the utility engineering division. The role requires professional civil/structural engineering work, project management, and collaboration with City staff and consultants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related field.
• Three years of professional civil/structural engineering experience.
• California Driver's License required.
• Experience in public sector water/wastewater or municipal projects desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and construct capital improvement program projects including utilities, streets, and facilities.
• Prepare and review engineering plans, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Act as project manager for public works construction projects and supervise staff as needed.
• Review consultant/developer studies for compliance with City standards.

Skills

Civil engineering principles

Project management

Cost estimation

Hydraulic modeling

Contract administration

Public works knowledge

GIS

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Job description

3% Cost of Living Adjustment effective December 26, 2026, for positions represented by the Corona Public Service Employees Association.

Are you ready to make a real impact on your community? The City of Corona is looking for a dynamic and driven individual to join our Public Works Department as a Associate Engineer in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Division. The primary responsibilities for this position are the planning, design, and construction of capital improvement plan projects, including but not limited to utilities, streets, storm drains, parks and facilities.

Currently there is one (1) vacancy in the utility engineering division.

Definition

Under direction performs a diverse range of professional engineering duties involving research, design, and construction within the public right-of-way for potable water, reclaimed water, sewer improvements, and other public works infrastructure, capital improvement, and construction projects; prepares and/or participates in the preparation and review of preliminary and final engineering plans, cost estimates, cost analysis studies, specifications, and schedules; quality controls engineering designs performed by consulting engineers for the City; performs plan checks of tenant improvement and developer projects to ensure conformance with City standards; provides technical support to management in assigned engineering program area; acts as project manager for public works construction projects; and performs related duties, as assigned.

Characteristics

• An upbeat attitude, eager to participate.
• A passion for producing outstanding quality of work.
• A high performing, genuine, authentic individual with a good sense of humor.
• Ability to build and maintain the trust of coworkers, subordinates, and city staff.
• A genuine interest in supporting the employees.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Civil and structural engineering principles, techniques, policies, and procedures.
• Practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports.
• Principles and practices of capital improvement program budgeting, cost estimation, funding, project management, and contract administration.
• Principles and modern techniques and equipment used in the design, construction, and maintenance of streets and utilities infrastructure.
• Contract management practices in a public agency setting.
• Land development principles and associated documentation such as property legal descriptions and subdivision maps.
• Principles and practices of hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and soil mechanics.
• Principles and practices of technical report and business correspondence preparation.
• Software applications related to engineering design and construction, geographic information systems, computer-aided design and drafting, and databases.
• Perform a diverse range of professional engineering tasks in the design, development, and oversight of City civil engineering and construction projects.
• Prepare, conduct, and evaluate engineering studies; research, analyze, and summarize data; perform accurate engineering calculations and cost estimates.
• Review and assess studies or reports prepared by consultants or developers to evaluate their compliance with project specifications and requirements.
• Oversee the work of construction inspection and/or design staff.
• Ensure materials used in City construction projects are of the quality and quantity specified in contracts.
• Prepare, analyze, understand, and interpret engineering construction plans, specifications, and other contract documents, and determine conformance with applicable laws and standards.
• Assist in and develop and administer contracts for professional services and construction in a public agency setting.
• Investigate field conditions for project feasibility and/or issues which arise during the construction process.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling analysis.

Education & Experience

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering or structural engineering experience.
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Prior experience in the public sector with municipal and/or special district water and wastewater utilities, including familiarity with public agency operations, infrastructure planning, capital improvement projects, and applicable regulatory requirements is desirable.

This position is FLSA Non-Exempt, eligible for overtime compensation.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications will be accepted throughThursday, November 12, 2026, at 11:59 p.m., and applications are strongly encouraged to apply early, as late submissions will not be accepted. After the initial screening, candidates who demonstrate the most desirable qualifications may be invited to a virtual HireVue interview. In-person oral interview, tentatively scheduled for the Weekof Monday, November 30, 2026.Top-scoring candidates from the interview process may be placed on an eligibility list used to fill the vacant position. The selected candidate may be required to successfully complete a reference and background check, including livescan, and must pass a pre-employment medical examination with drug and alcohol screening.

Internal candidates must ensure their application is fully updated to reflect their current position with the City and all previous City positions held. Incomplete or outdated applications may result in disqualification during the review process. Internal candidates may also be required to participate in all components of the selection and pre-employment process, depending on departmental review and position requirements.

COMMUNITY

A City whose heritage spans more than a century, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses around 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 168,100 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy such winter activities as snowboarding and skiing and such summer activities as surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on a beach. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.

THE ORGANIZATION

The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policymaking and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year.

The City is organized into the following departments/organizational units: Community Services, City Manager’s Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers.

The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2027 is $445.9 million with a General Fund operating budget of $238.3 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 1,043 dedicated employees who provide high-quality services to its residents and visitors each day.