Civil Engineer-Wastewater-24363506W

County of San Diego; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental agency in California seeks a Civil Engineer for their Wastewater Management Section. This role involves overseeing the planning and construction of vital water infrastructure. Candidates must be registered as Professional Engineers in California and have a background in wastewater systems. The position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and a hybrid work schedule. Join a dedicated team committed to public service.

Benefits

New Hire Lateral Incentive Pay up to $5,000

5% Engineer Premium

$1,250 Recruitment Bonus

Additional $1,250 Bonus after probation

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in planning, design, and/or construction of water and wastewater infrastructure is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and construction management of water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Perform engineering calculations, modeling, and contract administration.
• Supervise professionals and coordinate with field operations staff.

Skills

Professional-level experience as a civil engineer

Effective verbal and written communication

Good interpersonal and teamwork skills

Education

Registration by the State of California as a Professional Engineer

Job description

Overview

The County of San Diego invites your interest in an excellent career opportunity: Civil Engineer - Wastewater. Interviews will be held on an ongoing weekly basis. This is a professional opportunity with the Department of Public Works, Wastewater Management Section.

Salary and Incentives

The annual base salary for this position is $136,177.60. Future salary increases are planned as follows: June 2026 – 4.57% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board + 1.07% Market Adjustment); June 2027 – 4.07% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 1.07% Market Adjustment).

Additional pay incentives and premiums available:

• New Hire Lateral Incentive Pay — up to $5,000 for candidates with Civil Engineer experience in a public agency
• 5% Engineer Premium (applied to time worked)
• $1,250 Recruitment Bonus
• Additional $1,250 Bonus after successful completion of the probation period

This position qualifies for the Employee Referral Reward Program. If a current County employee referred you, indicate the employee’s name on your application.

Position and Department

The Civil Engineer position is posted to establish a six-month eligible list to fill current and future vacancies in the County 0Department of Public Works (DPW) Wastewater Management Section. Civil Engineers lead planning, design, and construction management of water and wastewater infrastructure, including pipelines, pump stations, treatment plants, and ancillary equipment. Duties may include engineering calculations, modeling, contract administration, construction management and inspections, technical and financial analysis, regulatory permit management, and related duties. They may supervise professionals and coordinate with field operations staff.

Hiring Process and Timeline

• Job offer and background process begin after interviews. Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
• Pre-employment medical screening: approximately 3 days after successful background investigation results.
• Anticipated start date: based on medical screening results or other mutually agreed date.

If not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.

Work Schedule

Current vacancies may be assigned to a hybrid schedule, including telework or remote work, with in-office or field work as needed.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven professional-level experience as a civil engineer
• High motivation and willingness to learn and grow professionally
• Professional demeanor when handling varied situations
• Ability to review and manage complex projects involving multiple functional groups
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Strong listening skills and appreciation for diverse perspectives
• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills, with ability to build relationships and collaborate to move projects forward

Minimum Qualifications

Registration by the State of California as a Professional Engineer is required. Extensive experience in planning, design, and/or construction of water and wastewater infrastructure is highly desirable.

Application Process and Evaluation

Applicants will be evaluated through an automated system and an individual review of the supplemental application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application work history and supplemental questionnaire. The Department of Human Resources conducts Blind Applicant Screening to remove personally identifiable information at the recruitment stage.

Condition of Employment

Prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening. Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.

Veterans and Diversity

We support veterans and value diversity and inclusion as core to our workforce. Additional resources include the Veteran Preference Policy and Military Skills Translator.

Disaster Service Worker

Under California Government Code Sections 3100-3109, employees are designated as disaster service workers and may be required to participate in disaster-related activities as needed by the employer or law.