Civil Engineer- Associate/Senior in Placerville, California at El Dorado Irrigation District (CA)

This position is open until filled, with the first review of candidates taking place on January 30, 2026, or until a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been received, whichever occurs sooner. Therefore, we encourage you to apply early.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The ideal candidate will have professional engineering experience in public infrastructure projects, coupled with proven project management abilities. Candidates will also demonstrate versatility in both collaborative and independent work environments while managing projects effectively from inception through completion in a prescribed manner.

REPORTING LOCATION
All engineering staff report in person to the District's Headquarters campus located in Placerville to promote team collaboration and cohesiveness.
The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

• Administers, reviews, and oversees construction projects
• Research project design requirements, performs related calculations, and prepares time and material cost estimates
• Interprets construction specifications, conducts plan checks to ensure compliance with District and various environmental and regulatory standards
• Provides technical assistance to contractors and subcontractors
• Responds to requests for information by contractors, inspectors, consultants, stakeholders, and customers
• Inspects and verifies the quality of workmanship to District standards and specifications
• Conducts submittal reviews
• Authorizes certification of substantial and final project completions
• Verifies and approves progress payments and contract retainage

Associate Civil Engineers require a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution and a Professional Engineering (PE) license.

Senior Civil Engineers require, in addition to the above, five years of professional engineering experience, including three years in a role similar to that of an Associate Civil Engineer with the District.
License:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.