Associate/Assistant Engineer - Wastewater in El Cajon, California at City of El Cajon
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Job Description
ASSOCIATE ENGINEER: $49.77 - $60.50/hour
ASSISTANT ENGINEER: $43.73 - $52.72/hour
Appointments will be made to either position, depending on qualifications.
The Position:
The Development Services Department is seeking two (2) motivated engineers to join its Wastewater Division as an Associate or Assistant Engineer, depending on qualifications. Positions in this classification support the planning, design, construction, and rehabilitation of public wastewater infrastructure, including sewer collection systems, pipeline rehabilitation, and capital improvement projects. The ideal candidate is a collaborative professional who demonstrates sound engineering judgement, strong communication skills, and an interest in working on public-sector infrastructure projects that directly serve the community.
Why Join El Cajon?
Engineers in the Wastewater Engineering Division gain hands-on experience across the full project life cycle – from planning and design through construction and close out – while working in a supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
The Community:
The City of El Cajon is a leader among San Diego County and a wonderful location to live, work, and play. Its workplace culture empowers employees to maintain a strong work-life balance and make a positive impact in the community. The City offers exceptional benefits, retirement plans, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities.
To view the City's defined Benefits & Retirement, please visit Article 6, page 9 of the ECMMPEG-MOU.
The Recruitment Process:
At the Associate Engineer level, incumbents may be assigned lead or project management responsibilities on wastewater capital projects.
Education:
- Associate Engineer: Educational achievement equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering. Possession of California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer is desirable.
- Assistant Engineer: Educational achievement equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or possession of an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certificate from the State of California.
- Associate Engineer: At least three (3) years of civil engineering experience involving design and construction of wastewater infrastructure, including some supervisory experience.
- Assistant Engineer: At least one (1) year of full-time experience in civil engineering in the area(s) of design or construction of wastewater infrastructure.