Entry-Level Public Works Engineer

City of Palmdale, California; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Palmdale is seeking an entry-level Assistant Engineer to perform professional and technical engineering work in design, land development, and capital improvements. This role involves independent work with guidance on new or unusual situations and supports GIS systems and plan reviews for public works projects.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, two years of related experience, and a California driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related field.
• Knowledge of public works, land development, and transportation engineering.
• Familiarity with contract administration and consultant coordination.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional and technical engineering work related to design, land development and capital improvements.
• Coordinate with City departments and outside consultants; review payments and billing for contracted services.
• Prepare estimates, feasibility reports, RFQs/RFPs, and assist in selecting consultants.

Skills

Civil engineering

Public works

Land development

Contract administration

GIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

GIS

Job description

The City of Palmdale is seeking an entry-level Assistant Engineer to perform professional and technical engineering work in design, land development, and capital improvements. This role involves independent work with guidance on new or unusual situations and supports GIS systems and plan reviews for public works projects.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, two years of related experience, and a California driver’s license.