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Associate Engineer (Civil / Mechanical)
Associate Engineer (Civil / Mechanical)Orange County Sanitation District • Fountain Valley, CA, US
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Associate Engineer (Civil / Mechanical)

Associate Engineer (Civil / Mechanical)

Orange County Sanitation District • Fountain Valley, CA, US
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Associate Engineer (Civil / Mechanical) at Orange County Sanitation District

This role performs engineering duties for wastewater treatment facilities and collection systems, serving as a Resident Engineer for major Capital Improvement Projects and supporting contract administration.

Responsibilities

  • Act as Assistant Resident Engineer on CIP projects and Resident Engineer on smaller projects.
  • Process Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Change (RFC); evaluate contractor progress payments monthly.
  • Coordinate construction submittal and shop drawing reviews; interact with inspectors and O&M staff for field work.
  • Lead progress and special meetings; produce accurate meeting minutes.
  • Create Requests for Proposal (RFP); negotiate changes, issue Field Change Orders (FCO).
  • Evaluate baseline schedules, monthly schedule updates, and Time Impact Analyses (TIAs).
  • Formulate and evaluate design solutions during construction.
  • Provide technical assistance in design, construction, commissioning, and closeout phases.
  • Interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications; prepare engineering plan clarifications and changes.
  • Ensure contract work meets requirements and regulatory standards; prepare administrative, technical, and budget reports.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, chemical, electrical, environmental engineering, or related field from an accredited institution.
  • Two (2) years of increasingly responsible engineering experience.
  • Valid California Class C Driver's License.

    • Desirables

  • Experience designing wastewater treatment, conveyance, pipeline, and collection facilities.
  • Experience administering construction projects on multi-million dollar pipeline and wastewater projects.
  • Resident Engineer experience in construction and commissioning of wastewater treatment and conveyance facilities.
  • Negotiating skills for resolving pending contract changes.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

    • Physical Demands

  • Mobility in an office setting and ability to operate a motor vehicle and travel to various sites.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 35 pounds; occasionally up to 51 pounds with assistance.
  • Capacity to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and climb ladders on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces.

    • Environmental Elements

  • Office work with moderate noise; controlled temperature; no direct exposure to hazardous substances.
  • Field work with exposure to noise, temperature extremes, weather, vibration, chemicals, and hazards; potential interaction with public staff.

    • Application Deadline

    Wednesday, October 29, 2025; 5 : 00P.M.

    Apply online at https : / / www.ocsan.gov / careers /

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