Assistant/ Associate Engineer (20624608)

The ideal candidate will:

• Possess and maintain Engineer-In-Training certification is required.
• Be knowledgeable in methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction of public works projects, including water, stormwater, street, and building design.
• Understand the basic principles and practices of capital improvement program budgeting, cost estimation, funding, project management, and contract administration.
• Understand, interpret, explain, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Will demonstrate exceptional organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Be ethical, self-motivated, creative, adaptable, organized, and comfortable working in a dynamic and team-oriented environment.
• Exercise sound judgment, tact, discretion, impartiality, diplomatic demeanor, and professionalism when providing exemplary customer service to members of the general public, employees, elected officials, and colleagues.
• Be reliable and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Work well as a team player to reach common goals.
• Show compassion and integrity to fellow employees and the community.
• Possession of a Registered Professional Civil Engineer license in the State of California is desired for the Associate Engineer.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related field.

Experience:

Assistant Engineer: One (1) year of professional engineering design, plan review, and project administration experience, preferably in a public agency setting.

Associate Engineer: Three (3) years of professional engineering design, plan review, and project administration experience, preferably in a public agency setting, or three (3) years of experience equivalent to Assistant Engineer at the City of East Palo Alto.

License and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by the time of appointment and a satisfactory driving record.

Assistant Engineer: Possess and maintain Engineer-In-Training certification.

Associate Engineer: Possession and maintenance of a Registered Professional Civil Engineer license in the State of California is desired.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Public Works Department preserves, enhances, and promotes quality of life and public safety through the responsible development of reliable and sustainable infrastructure and services. The members of this Department will at all times strive to exhibit the following qualities:

Commitment - Promote a culture that provides responsive service through highly motivated, professional, and knowledgeable staff in a safe, fair, and efficient work environment to best serve our multi-cultural community.

Integrity - Provide leadership and promote collaboration to balance stakeholder interests.

Stewardship - Manage resources to continually improve services and balance safety and infrastructure needs with protection of the environment. East Palo Alto’s Public Works Department handles the following services:

• Transportation and traffic planning

• Pavement and concrete operations and maintenance

• Street light and street sign operations

• Parks, trees, and open space management

• Capital Improvement Program engineering services

• City facilities maintenance