Associate Civil Engineer

City of Elk Grove•Elk Grove, CA

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Elk Grove Public Works Department, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Division, is seeking Licensed and aspiring Engineers with relevant experience to apply for an Associate Civil Engineer and Assistant Engineer position. These are deep class positions where incumbents may be assigned to any level based on their qualifications. The CIP Division manages the design, permitting, bidding, and award of the City's CIP projects, which include a variety of infrastructure developments such as roadways, bridges, roundabouts, freeway interchanges, pedestrian overcrossings, active transportation enhancements, complete streets, drainage, and facilities projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in professional engineering assignments, including the design development and delivery of public works infrastructure projects. Expertise in multiple civil engineering functions, knowledge of architectural and facility project development, and experience with federal and state funding requirements and regulations are essential. The recruitment timeline includes a filing deadline of August 4, 2026, virtual oral board interviews on August 12, 2026, and in-person selection interviews on August 24, 2026. The City offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including CalPERS retirement benefits and a deferred compensation match.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering or a related field.
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible engineering experience equivalent to an Assistant Engineer with the City of Elk Grove (for Associate Engineer/Associate Civil Engineer).
Possession of, or ability to obtain by the time of appointment, an appropriate, valid California driver’s license. This requirement may be waived for individuals who are unable to obtain a driver’s license due to a disability.
Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices applied to the field of municipal public works or private development, including planning and development, design, construction, operation and maintenance.
Knowledge of principles and practices of project budgeting, cost estimation, funding, project management, and contract negotiation and administration.
Knowledge of methods, materials, and techniques used in building construction.
Knowledge of general design, layout, and construction practices for public improvements such as storm drain, street improvements, traffic signals, public works facilities, and building structures.
Knowledge of engineering plan types, review practices, and permit filing and approval procedures.
Knowledge of principles of advanced mathematics and their application to engineering work.
Knowledge of practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing technical reports.
Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as well as industry standards and best practices pertinent to the assigned area of responsibility.
Knowledge of techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
Knowledge of recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of the assigned division.
Knowledge of methods and techniques of preparing technical and administrative reports, and general business correspondence.
Knowledge of City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Knowledge of techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Knowledge of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging concepts and principles, including their significance in organizational dynamics and the functioning of the City and their impact on fostering innovation and collaboration.
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Knowledge of current equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
Ability to perform sub-professional and or professional engineering duties involved in the planning, design, development, and of a variety of capital improvement projects.
Ability to conduct engineering studies and research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective staff and technical reports; present technical engineering information and data in an effective manner.
Ability to prepare, understand, and interpret engineering construction plans, technical drawings and designs, specifications, as-builts, permits, contract documents, environmental and engineering reports, and other technical documents.
Ability to perform mathematical and engineering computations with precision.
Ability to coordinate services with other departments and agencies and federal and state agencies.
Ability to respond to complaints or inquiries from the community, staff, and outside organizations.
Ability to understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
Ability to prepare clear, effective, and accurate reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
Ability to maintain accurate logs, records, and written records of work performed.
Ability to independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
Ability to effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
Ability to use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
Ability to engage with a diverse public and workforce, facilitating inclusive service delivery, and implementing equitable city policies.
Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a valid registration as a Professional Civil Engineer issued by the State of California (for Associate Civil Engineer).
If a registered Professional Civil Engineer in another state, the ability to obtain registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California within one (1) year of appointment.

Responsibilities

Performs sub-professional (unlicensed) to professional (licensed) field and office engineering work related to the planning, design, construction and maintenance of the City’s Capital Improvement Program, land development, drainage, construction management, traffic, facilities and infrastructure.
Performs project management and administration.
Confers with developers, contractors, and representatives of other agencies regarding facility and infrastructure development.
Administers professional services and construction contracts.
Provides professional staff assistance to management, other departments, and the public in areas of expertise.
Conducts a variety of engineering studies and prepares and presents reports.
Coordinates assigned projects and activities with other City departments, local jurisdictions and agencies, and regional, state, and federal agencies.
Researches, analyzes, and reviews legislative proposals and new code requirements, construction methods, building materials, and plan review criteria; develops recommendations for policy and procedure changes and implements upon approval.
Confers with developers, engineers, architects, and contractors and other City staff in acquiring information and coordinating engineering matters; provides information regarding City project requirements and City policies, procedures, codes, and ordinances.
Participates in the Standards Review Committee; meets with City staff and management to review, revise and update City standards and documents related to Engineering.
Prepares and presents technical project and staff reports to various committees, commissions, and at public meetings and hearings; prepares a variety of written reports, memoranda, and correspondence; ensures the proper documentation of projects and activities; coordinates maintenance and update of project information.
Attends and participates in meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions.
Provides complex technical support for all phases of capital improvement and public works construction projects including planning, feasibility evaluation, coordination of environmental review, design, construction, and close-out.
Assists with project development activities, including project management, preparing or reviewing preliminary and final designs and specifications, developing requests for proposals and scopes of work, cost estimates, change orders, work plans, budgets, schedules, and baseline requirements, and contract negotiations and management.
Reviews construction plans prepared in-house and by outside consultants or private contractors to verify compliance with City, State, Federal, and/or industry standards and requirements for construction infrastructure; checks plans for conformance with regulations regarding line, grade, size, elevation, and location of structures; reviews engineering calculations of other engineers or engineering technicians; participates in pre-design, construction, and utility coordination meetings.
Conducts engineering studies and cost analyses for assigned projects; researches project design requirements; prepares engineering calculations and estimates, preliminary layouts and specifications, and design work from field and survey data.
Researches funding opportunities; coordinates and/or completes and submits grant applications; tracks grant funded projects and requirements; processes and maintains paperwork and reimbursement requests in compliance with funding and reporting requirements.