Assistant Engineer

City of Antioch • Antioch, CA

12d • $8,778 - $10,670

About The Position

The City of Antioch is hiring an Assistant Engineer in the Public Works Department’s Engineering and Development Services Division. The division reviews and approves public improvements for new residential, commercial, and industrial development and inspects those improvements. Its responsibilities also include providing floodplain information to the public; managing the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit; solid waste disposal and the AB 939 Solid Waste Reduction Program; preparing Landscaping and Lighting District Engineer’s Reports; and managing traffic and transportation matters.

The Assistant Engineer is the second level in the Engineer series. Under general supervision, the employee independently handles a variety of office and field engineering projects of average difficulty, generally receiving only occasional instruction or assistance. The role performs professional engineering work in the design, construction, and maintenance of public works projects and may coordinate projects, assist with supervision of engineering division activities, and supervise subordinate staff.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field, two years of increasingly responsible professional engineering experience in plan checking, design, construction, or contract management comparable to a City of Antioch Junior Engineer, a valid California driver’s license, and Engineer-In-Training registration. The listed salary range is $8,778–$10,670 for Assistant Engineer and $9,217–$11,203 for Assistant Engineer with certification.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or a related field.
• Two years of increasingly responsible professional engineering experience in plan checking, design, construction, or contract management comparable to that of a City of Antioch Junior Engineer.
• Valid California driver’s license; out-of-state candidates may apply with an out-of-state license but must obtain a California license by appointment.
• Registration as an Engineer-In-Training.
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices and their application to municipal public works and construction.
• Knowledge of land development and the engineering systems needed for land use, including streets, highways, sewage, water facilities, storm drains, grading, and utilities.
• Knowledge of public works contract administration, including contract preparation, contractor selection, contract administration, change orders, disputes, claims, equal opportunity, and contract closeout.
• Knowledge of field and construction survey techniques, design and drafting methods and equipment, construction inspection, engineering materials and methods, and applicable codes, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to prepare and review plans, specifications, cost estimates, and engineering reports, and to make accurate engineering computations and drawings.
• Ability to coordinate engineering activities with other divisions and outside organizations.
• Ability to write clear and accurate technical and non-technical reports and correspondence, and to prepare reports, agreements, and records.
• Ability to accept coaching, instruction, and feedback with a cooperative and positive attitude.
• Ability to deal tactfully with the public, staff, agencies, contractors, engineers, officials, and City employees.
• Ability to explain technical matters in non-technical terms and communicate clearly orally and in writing.
• Ability to select, train, and evaluate staff and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering work for municipal public works projects and plan, schedule, and coordinate major or complex engineering projects.
• Prepare engineering plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates for streets, storm drains, parks, signals, buildings, and other capital improvement projects.
• Prepare reports concerning traffic-related complaints and problems.
• Review construction plans, maps, reports, applications, development agreements, and construction agreements.
• Provide information and respond to questions from the public, contractors, developers, engineers, and City departments.
• Determine design procedures and interpret the application of design criteria.
• Prepare grant applications, and process and track grant applications and funds.
• Check plans and specifications for accuracy and completeness of design.
• Prepare preliminary and final project cost estimates.
• Manage construction projects to ensure contractor compliance with specifications, schedule, and budget.
• Review and approve payments for consultants, vendors, and contractors.
• Resolve disputes between the City and contractors concerning plans, specifications, and extra work.
• Prepare staff reports and make presentations to the City Council, commissions, and other groups as needed.
• Coordinate engineering work with City divisions, consultants, developers, and property owners.
• Perform field survey work as needed.
• Supervise subordinate staff as needed.
• Perform related duties as required.

Benefits

• Cafeteria plan; the City pays 100% of the Kaiser rate, up to the family tier.
• CalPERS medical health plans.
• Vision insurance through VSP.
• Dental insurance through Delta Dental.
• CalPERS retirement: 2.7% at 55 for classic members and 2% at 62 for new PEPRA members.
• 457 deferred compensation option.
• Life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Gym membership reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level