Associate Engineer (Construction Management)
What do you value in your next job? At the Orange County Sanitation District our Core Values form the framework of our organization and reinforce our professional work ethic. If the following values ring true with you, we'd love to invite you to explore our career opportunities further. Integrity, Inclusion, Honesty, and Respect We aspire to the highest degree of integrity, inclusion, honesty, and respect in our interaction with each other, our suppliers, our customers, and our community. We strive to demonstrate these values in our actions, commitments, and service. Leadership, Teamwork, and Problem Solving We lead by example, acknowledging the value of our resources and using them wisely to achieve our mission. We strive to reach OC San goals through cooperative efforts and collaboration with each other and our constituencies. We work to solve problems in a creative, cost-effective, and safe manner, and we acknowledge team and individual efforts. Customer Service, Transparency, and Accountability We are committed to acting in a timely, accurate, accessible, and transparent manner through excellent customer service. We are committed to act in the best interest of our internal and external stakeholders. Resiliency, Innovation, and Learning We continuously develop ourselves, enhancing our talents, skills, and abilities. We recognize that only through personal growth and development will we progress as an agency and as individuals. Safety We are committed to providing a safe work environment. We will demonstrate leadership, promote individual accountability, and participate actively in the advancement of our health and safety practices. OC San is currently looking to fill the role of an Associate Engineer (Construction Management). Under general supervision, an Associate Engineer performs a variety of engineering duties in the planning, design, construction, operations, and compliance of wastewater facilities, infrastructure, systems, operations, and programs; prepares or coordinates the preparation of a variety of engineering drawings and designs and compliance and permitting documents; provides project management support for assigned programs and projects; inspects and analyzes plant operations and implements process improvements; assists in the enforcement of industrial wastewater discharge regulations and reviews, processes, and approves permits; researches a variety of engineering and/or compliance issues, compiles and analyzes data, and prepares reports; provides technical support to engineering and management staff; and performs duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Requirements
Required: Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education, with major coursework in civil, mechanical, chemical, electrical, or environmental engineering, or a related field. Two (2) years of increasingly responsible engineering experience. Must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License.
Desired: Possession of an Engineering-In-Training certificate. Major course work in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering. Previous experience with water/wastewater treatment infrastructure and facilities. Demonstrated ability to work closely with contractors and/public agency staff to administer construction projects valuing several million dollars on pipeline, water/wastewater treatment facilities, and/or similar heavy construction (not residential or commercial) projects. Negotiating skills to resolve pending contract changes and issues on construction projects. Experience with construction management software. Proficient Microsoft software (Excel and Word) experience to produce reports and document projects.
Recruitment & Selection Process
Vacancies: 2 (an eligible list may be established for future vacancies) Apply online at: APPLICATION FILING DEADLINE: September 10, 2026, 5:00 P.M. (or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received) Hiring Salary Range: $134,950.40 - $148,803.20/Year (starting salary will be within this range based upon qualifications)