Lead Engineer, Water Resources & Flood Control

Alameda County; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Zone 7 Water Agency seeks a Principal Engineer/Geologist to lead a major engineering section focused on water resources, flood control and water treatment. You will supervise engineers and geologists and drive program development and evaluation.

Ideal candidate brings broad engineering expertise, leadership, and strong collaboration with public agencies and staff. Civil service process applies, with opportunities in a dynamic Bay Area utility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
• Progressively responsible professional engineering/geologist experience.
• California PE/PG license is required or must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Plan, administer, manage and evaluate an engineering section.
• Supervise professional engineers/geologists and staff.
• Develop and manage water resources, flood control, or water treatment programs.

Skills

Engineering Knowledge

Water Resources

Supervisory Skills

Decision Making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, Geology, or related field

Tools

Project Management Software

Engineering Software (CAD/ modeling)

Job description

Zone 7 Water Agency seeks a Principal Engineer/Geologist to lead a major engineering section focused on water resources, flood control and water treatment. You will supervise engineers and geologists and drive program development and evaluation.

Ideal candidate brings broad engineering expertise, leadership, and strong collaboration with public agencies and staff. Civil service process applies, with opportunities in a dynamic Bay Area utility.