The Associate Engineer is a mid-level position in the engineering department, responsible for professional engineering work related to the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of public works projects. Under direction and minimal supervision, the role designs public works projects, coordinates project staff, activities, and tasks, provides technical support to internal and external stakeholders, and supervises a small group of assistant engineers and/or technical staff. The position focuses on roadway and public works design, including preparing engineering calculations, plans, specifications, and construction estimates. The engineer coordinates with project teams, field personnel, agency staff, utility companies, consultants, and contractors, and maintains knowledge of current Caltrans and/or AASHTO standards and specifications. The role is hybrid and requires candidates to live locally or within California. Employees may need to visit client locations and job sites; business-related driving assignments require a valid driver's license. No relocation expenses are provided. The work is performed in a general office environment, with possible visits to work sites and clients. It requires working independently or in a team, handling detailed documents, and working in a fast-paced environment with deadlines and multiple projects.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level