Civil engineering Jobs in Carlsbad, CA

Salary : $136,572.00 - $166,008.00 Annually

Location : South Gate, CA

Job Type : Full Time Classified

Job Number : 202500598

Department : Public Works

Division : Engineering

Opening Date : 02 / 26 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 31 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific

About the Position

The Public Works Department is seeking to fill the one (1 ) position of :

Principal Civil Engineer (General Engineering Section Manager)

Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete in the examination process. Candidates who successfully pass the examination process, will be placed on an eligibility list to fill the Principal Civil Engineer position.

Under direction of the Director of Public Works, the Deputy City Engineer, or the City Traffic Engineer, supervises major functions of a section in the Public Works Department's Engineering Division, in performing the planning, design and construction of the City's Capital Improvement Program, Office Engineering or Environmental Engineering; and performs other Engineering Division duties as assigned.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

The Principal Civil Engineer is the advanced journey and supervisory class in the professional-level engineering series. Incumbents have responsibility for the highly complex and large engineering projects and supervising staff in the delivery of public works projects. May act as the Deputy City Engineer, as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Director of Public Works, Deputy City Engineer, or City Traffic Engineer.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Exercises supervision over senior level or lower-level engineering staff.

Examples of Essential Functions

Essential functions may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following :

Principal Civil Engineer (CIP Section Manager and Engineering Programs Section Manager)

• Manages the planning, environmental, design and construction of highly complex public works projects in a wide variety of civil engineering works, such as streets and highways, bridges, street lighting, traffic, electrical, municipal parks, structures and buildings, storm drains and sanitary sewers.
• Collaborates with regional transportation agencies such as the California of Transportation (Caltrans) and the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro), for the implementation of local and regional projects, transportation policies and programs. Participates in regional activities such as Streets and Highways Committee and Strategic Transportation Plan.

Principal Civil Engineer (Water Resources Section Manager)

Principal Civil Engineer (CIP Section Manager, Engineering Programs Section Manager, and Water Resources Section Manager)

Minimum & Desirable Qualifications

Training and Experience

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field is required. Ten (10) years of responsible civil engineering experience in general engineering programs and in the implementation of complex public works projects is required. A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a position of Senior Civil Engineer or a higher classification is required. A minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory position is highly desirable. Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California is required. Possession of or ability to obtain a California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record is highly desirable.

Additional specific to a particular position :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of : State, Federal and locally applicable statues, policies, standards, ordinances and regulations related to civil engineering practices of public agencies; municipal public works administration; principles of planning, controlling, and organizing activities of a major civil engineering section; engineering design and analysis; traffic engineering; construction contract law; principles of cost accounting; supervisory techniques; public speaking techniques; and budget preparation and administration practices; public works construction methods, design and materials; and principles and practices of personnel management and supervision.

Ability to : Provide highly complex civil engineering services to the City; analyze problems and prepare written and oral reports; understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; resolve technical issues in design and construction; supervise the work of others; select and maintain advanced filing systems; analyze and solve difficult engineering problems by arriving at valid conclusions; communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing; effectively present issues and recommendations before the City Council; supervise and maintain effective working relationships.

Other Important Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderately loud when outdoors. Incumbents are not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS :

Application Packets Must Include : A fully completed online employment application which :

Selection Process : All application materials received by the application deadline will be reviewed and evaluated. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification.

Pre-employment Process

Hiring of Relatives : Relatives of existing employees by blood or marriage will not be eligible for employment with the City if potential supervision, safety, security, or morale problems exist; or if potential conflicts of interest exist. Relatives include an employee's parents, children, spouse, brothers, sisters, in-laws, and step relationships.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of South Gate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability (mental or physical), medical condition, genetic characteristic or information, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, or pregnancy), sexual orientation (including homosexuality, bisexuality, or heterosexuality), or military or veteran status in its employment actions, policies, procedures, or practices.

The City of South Gate

The City of South Gate is a busy urban community consisting of residential, commercial, and industrial development, spread over 7.41 square miles. It is currently ranked the 79th largest city in California with a population of approximately 97,000. Strategically located along the 710 freeway, the City is just 12 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles.

Non-Sworn Employee Benefits

Effective 07 / 01 / 2024 - 06 / 30 / 2025

Approved 11 / 20 / 2024

1. Medical Insurance

2 . Dental Insurance

3. Medical & Dental Opt Out

4. Superior Vision Insurance

5. Life Insurance

6. Vacation Leave - (Pro-rated @ hire)

7. Sick Leave - (Pro-rated @ hire)

If hired after 1 / 1 / 93, refer to MOU

8. Personal Business

9. Administrative Leave for Exempt Employees - Pro-rated @ hire

10. Holidays

11. Longevity Pay

12. Bilingual Pay for qualified employees in eligible positions

13. Communication Allowance for eligible Exempt Employees

14. Education Incentive Premium for PMMA Employees

50 / month for BA / BS degree

15. Equipment Mechanics Tool Allowance

16. Deferred Compensation

17. Retirement CalPERS

Employee contributes 8.0% of Employee's Share of Normal Cost

18. Retiree Medical Insurance

19. Educational Reimbursement

I understand that an incomplete application may lead to disqualification from the recruitment process, and I have supplied all the applicable information in my application. Examples of incomplete / inaccurate information leading to disqualification include, but are not limited to noting incorrect department, leaving dates of employment blank, not attaching requested copies of certificates, leaving duties blank or noting See Resume, etc.

Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field?

If you selected Yes to Question #2, please list the school you attended and indicate the area of study. If you answered No, to Question #2, please indicate N / A.

Are you registered as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California? If so, please attach a copy of your license / registration along with your application. Failure to submit this proof of registration may result in disqualification from the position.

Do you have at least ten (10) years of responsible civil engineering experience in general engineering programs and in the implementation of complex public works projects?

If you answered Yes to question #5, please indicate where you obtained the experience noted above including employer, job title, job duties, and dates of employment. If you answered No to question #5, please type N / A.

Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a position of Senior Civil Engineer or a higher classification?

If you answered Yes to question #7, please indicate where you obtained the experience noted above including employer, job title, job duties, and dates of employment. If you answered No to question #7, please type N / A.

Do you have a minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory position?

If you answered Yes to question #9, please describe your experience with leading or supervising support staff. Include in your response, specific number of employees supervised, their job classifications, and your role in reviewing and coordinating their work. If you answered No to question #9, please type N / A.

A minimum requirement of this position is that you must have a minimum of four (4) years of project manager experience of complex capital projects. Please describe the experience you have in the public sector managing complex capital projects and / or engineering programs working for a local, County, or State agency, district (e.g. school district, etc.) utility company, or any entity, private or public, with engineering operation that provides reasonably similar and needed experience? Relevant experience may be substituted for two (2) of the four (4) years of experience requirements.

Are you a CalPERS retired annuitant?

Required Question