Entry-Level Civil Engineer - Public Works

Humboldt County; Eureka (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Humboldt County in Eureka is seeking an Assistant Engineer I/II in the Construction Section of the Engineering Division. This full-time position supports the County's Capital Improvement Program through field inspections, plan reviews, specifications, and grant administration.

The role requires work in offices and on construction sites, documenting progress, preparing as-built drawings, and coordinating with other divisions, agencies, and the public to ensure projects meet plans and standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices relevant to public works.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple projects in a timely manner.
• Familiarity with field inspection, plan review, and construction administration processes.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, and inspects phases of public works projects including roadways and storm drainage.
• Reviews construction plans for conformance with standards and coordinates permits.
• Provides construction administration and inspection for capital projects and tracks project accounting.

Skills

Civil engineering

Project coordination

Inspection skills

Tools

CAD

GIS

Job description

Humboldt County in Eureka is seeking an Assistant Engineer I/II in the Construction Section of the Engineering Division. This full-time position supports the County's Capital Improvement Program through field inspections, plan reviews, specifications, and grant administration.

The role requires work in offices and on construction sites, documenting progress, preparing as-built drawings, and coordinating with other divisions, agencies, and the public to ensure projects meet plans and standards.