Junior EngineerAssistant Engineer
Job Location:
Riverside, CA - USA
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Job Summary
For questions regarding this position please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.
- ABOUT THE POSITION
- The County of Riversides Flood Control and Water Conservation District has multiple opportunities for a Junior/Assistant Engineer located in Riverside California. This position performs professional engineering work supporting the planning design construction and operation/maintenance of stormwater management and flood control facilities throughout Riverside County.
In this role the selected candidate will perform a variety of engineering assignments within the Districts Planning Design Construction and Operations and Maintenance divisions. Duties may include conducting engineering studies and analyses preparing reports and specifications reviewing plans preparing cost estimates performing inspections and supporting public works projects. Projects may involve flood control facilities such as storm drains channels basins dams and levees as well as stormwater recharge and treatment facilities.
Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Environmental Engineering or Bioresource & Agricultural Engineering or a valid Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certificate along with a valid California Drivers License and any required engineering certifications for the classification level.
Preferred qualifications include knowledge of civil engineering principles such as hydraulic design hydrology surveying construction methods and structural design as well as experience with hydrology studies hydraulic analyses structural design public works inspections and engineering software such as HEC-RAS HEC-HMS AutoCAD Civil 3D MicroStation and related engineering applications.
Junior Engineer: $40.16-51.40 HourlyAssistant Engineer: $42.97-57.49 hourly
Special Note: The level at which the position will be filled is at the Departments discretion and is contingent on the candidates experience and qualifications.Meet the Team! - EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Junior EngineerAssist in the design and planning of public works improvements facilities and structures by preparing plans profiles and cross-sections; make quantity estimates and horizontal and vertical curve alignment computations and establish tentative grade lines; compute earthwork and design simple hydraulic structures; may participate in inspections during construction.Record locations on maps reduce field notes and sketch proposed layouts for various installations.Prepare hydrologic and/or traffic flow studies; conduct field investigations as needed.Assist in conducting water quality and water rights studies or air quality and emission modeling-oriented studies.Tabulate and summarize statistical data and prepare reports; apply engineering techniques and practices to air and water pollution control problems.Assist with investigating and responding to public inquires and complaints.Assist in the preparation of permitting and design documents for regulatory agency approval.Assistant EngineerAssist in the design of roads hydraulics reinforced concrete structures sewer systems or other public works projects by preparing plans profiles and cross sections making quantity estimates horizontal and vertical alignment computations and establishing grade controls.Supervise and perform drafting computing checking and direction of field operations involved in the gathering and compilation of field data for the design layout and construction of highways flood control channels subdivisions drainage structures wells sewer systems parks buildings waste disposal and other projects.Perform structural engineering analysis of proposed commercial industrial and complex buildings and structures; review grading building and structure plans for conformity to uniform building codes local ordinances state regulations and administrative policies.Assist and advise permit applicants with engineering and related problems.Prepare and review maps; calculate and plot the results of field surveys.May inspect the construction of projects under contract.Perform field tests and take samples for laboratory tests of materials; prepare estimates for projects planned or under construction; prepare reports.
- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Junior Engineer
OPTION I
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in an engineering field. (Possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers may substitute for the required education.)
Those graduating within the next 6 months are encouraged to apply. If selected candidates must provide proof of completed degree or certification before starting with the County.
OPTION II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in an engineering field or possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers within six (6) months of hire.
Experience: Current employment with Riverside County as an Engineering Student Intern or completion of an engineering internship with Riverside County.
Assistant Engineer
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in civil engineering. (Possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers may substitute for the required education.)
Experience: One year of professional civil engineering experience.
Knowledge of: The fundamentals of civil engineering; mathematics and physics as applied to engineering; topography and construction surveying stress analysis analytical mechanics and the strength properties and uses of construction materials; general methods and procedures for describing real property.
Ability to: Design a variety of public works structures with skill and accuracy; perform difficult mathematical computations; keep neat and accurate field notes; review and approve grading and structural plans; make accurate drawings and maps and prepare technical reports; maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
ALL OPTIONS
License: Possession of a valid California Drivers License.
Proof of education/certification is required for this position. Documentation should be uploaded with your application as outlined below:
1. If you have graduated with a Bachelors degree in engineering - Provide a copy of your completed transcripts or degree (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).
2. If you have graduated with a Bachelors degree in engineering from outside of the United States - Provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).
3. If you possess a valid certificate as an Engineer-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers - Provide a copy of your certificate.4. If you possess a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers - Provide your license number if you did not in your application.5. If you have not yet graduated and will be graduating within the next 6 months provide a copy of your current transcripts and documentation showing your expected graduation date. - SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For questions regarding this recruitment
Please contact Ebelyn Skinner at or. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference and as applicable the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate spouses death certificate a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements please review the Veterans Preference Policy C-3 here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
