Student Engineer

City of San DiegoSan Diego, CA

About The Position

Student Engineer positions assist engineering personnel in surveying and inspecting, traffic safety analysis, data compilation, data analysis using a computer, construction materials testing, drafting, and simple engineering design. They also assist the public with engineering permit processing and perform other duties as assigned. The intent of this classification is to encourage individuals to pursue a Bachelor's Degree in engineering while simultaneously obtaining work experience with the City of San Diego's professional engineering work force. Student Engineer employees work on a part-time basis determined by the needs of the department and the demands of the student's college schedule. Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining acceptable performance levels, both scholastically and on-the-job.

Requirements

  • Current and continuing college enrollment in a college engineering program (e.g., Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental or a closely related field) leading toward a Bachelor's Degree
  • Successful completion of a minimum of 30 semester/45 quarter college-level units, including general education subjects
  • At least half of these units MUST be in mathematics, chemistry, physics, or engineering courses
  • Proof of current enrollment/transcripts
  • A valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of hire
  • Continued progressive college enrollment in classes leading toward a Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, or a closely related engineering degree program

Responsibilities

  • Assist engineering personnel in surveying and inspecting
  • Traffic safety analysis
  • Data compilation
  • Data analysis using a computer
  • Construction materials testing
  • Drafting
  • Simple engineering design
  • Assist the public with engineering permit processing
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • 3.5% effective 7/1/27
  • 2% effective 7/1/28
  • 2% effective 1/1/29
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