Lead Water Engineer, CIP & Water Systems

City of Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Riverside's Public Utilities Department seeks a Principal Water Engineer to lead the Water Division, plan and supervise professional engineering work, and help shape water policies and programs. The role requires a California PE, five years of water engineering experience with supervisory duties, and strong skills in CIP planning, hydraulic modeling, GIS, and coordination with city agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related field.
• Five years of professional water engineering experience with at least two years in a supervisory role.
• Registration as a California Professional Engineer is required.
• Knowledge of water master planning, CIP budgeting, and CEQA is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and review professional engineering work in the Water Division.
• Develop goals, policies, and priorities for water projects.
• Oversee capital improvement program and annual budget.
• Coordinate with City departments and external agencies.
• Prepare and present reports to boards and council.

Skills

Water engineering

Project supervision

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (CA)

Tools

Hydraulic modeling software

GIS

Job description

City of Riverside's Public Utilities Department seeks a Principal Water Engineer to lead the Water Division, plan and supervise professional engineering work, and help shape water policies and programs. The role requires a California PE, five years of water engineering experience with supervisory duties, and strong skills in CIP planning, hydraulic modeling, GIS, and coordination with city agencies.