SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

Caltrans; Red Bluff (CA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans is seeking an Area Construction Engineer / Senior Resident Engineer in Tehama County, California. This permanent, full-time role reports to an Area Construction Manager and involves supervising engineers and support staff on complex construction projects.

The job requires a professional engineer license and a valid driver’s license, with in-office telework and collaboration with multiple agencies to ensure contract compliance and on-time delivery of facilities.

Qualifications

• PE license required.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise engineers and support staff on construction projects.
• Coordinate with Cities, Counties, Regional Agencies, Forest Service, FHWA and others; monitor field reviews for contract compliance.
• Ensure delivery of quality facilities within budget, scope and schedule.

Education

PE License

Driver's license

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-528697

Position #(s): 928-502-3161-XXX

Working Title: Area Construction Engineer / Senior Resident Engineer

Classification: SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

$11,437.00 - $14,315.00

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Tehama County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.
Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California .
The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.
Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov
Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant: http://dot.ca.gov/jobs/docs/faq-ct-applicants-081617.pdf
Director’s EEO Policy : https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity
Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Job Description And Duties

Under the direction of an Area Construction Manager, a Supervising Transportation Engineer. The incumbent acts as an Area Construction Engineer, supervising various classifications of engineers and support staff, which are administering construction projects throughout the Region, and may also be Resident Engineer on large or very complicated projects.

The Area Construction Engineer maintains liaison with Cities, Counties, Regional Agencies, Forest Service, Federal Highway Administration and others: conducts field reviews for contract compliance; understands the contract administration process; monitors the status of construction projects, and is responsible for efficiently constructing quality facilities within the designed cost, scope and schedule for delivery. Must be a professional licensed engineer and have a valid driver's license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

PARF 03-27-0165 / JC-528697

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

T he Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a(n) PE License License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.


• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Final Filing Date: 9/2/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.