Associate Civil Engineer
A typical way to obtain the requisite qualifications to perform the duties of this class is as follows: Education and/or Experience: Any combination equivalent to graduation from a recognized college or university with a baccalaureate degree in civil engineering or related field and three (3) years of full time, paid professional experience in civil engineering. Experience and/or education in a related field may be substituted on a year for year basis. Knowledge of:
- Principles and practicies of civil engineering.
- Modern methods and techniques as applied to design, construction, maintenance and contract administration of public works projects.
- Grant-in-aid programs as they relate to public works.
- Computer aided design (CAD).
- Design and construction of major public works facilities.
- Administer and coordinate various activities of the engineering section and to evaluate the effectiveness of those functions.
- Effectively communicate in writing and orally.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California.
The City of Carson is seeking eligible candidates for the position of Associate Civil Engineer. Applicants must possess valid Civil Engineering license (PE) in the State of California.
We are excited to welcome a talented and driven individual to join our team as a Civil Engineer! Ideally, you will bring five (5) years of professional civil engineering experience and hold a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in civil engineering from a recognized college or university. We are looking for a candidate who has hands-on experience with engineering designs and the construction of infrastructure projects, proficiency in CAD, and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. You should be someone who can tackle tasks independently with confidence and precision. Under general direction, you will have the opportunity to plan and coordinate capital improvement projects and engage in a variety of professional engineering duties, making a tangible impact through your work.
Come be a part of our dynamic team where your expertise will shine, and your contributions will help shape the future of our community!
Under general direction, plans and coordinates capital improvement projects and performs a variety of professional engineering duties in design and construction inspection activities. Engineer must have CIP experience with, for and/or at public agencies, cities and/or counties, which includes street improvements, traffic signals, stormwater, sewers, recycled water, irrigation, landscape and Right of Way (ROW).
Essential Duties
(These functions are representative and may not be present in all position in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)
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- Develops comprehensive plans for the design and construction of major public works projects.
- As project engineer for assigned projects, plans and organizes the design and construction of major public works facilities.
- Engineer should have CIP experience with, for and/or at public agencies, cities and/or counties, which includes street improvements, traffic signals, stormwater, sewers, recycled water, irrigation, landscape and Right of Way (ROW).
- Coordinates and monitors project progress to insure timely progress of permit clearances and acquisitions/right-of-way, plans/specifications, contracting and budget monitoring.
- Coordinates activities with other departments and outside agencies to obtain various approvals.
- Participates in the selection process for consultants and contracts.
- Acts as contract administrator on capital projects.
- Participates in the development of plans, specifications and estimates for the construction of public works projects.
- Inspects project sites to assist in the solution of difficult problems.
- Interprets specifications and city policy.
- Reviews plans for construction prepared by private engineers.
- Prepares various applications for State and Federal grants.
- Assists in the preparation of capital improvement plans and budget.
- Prepares necessary Council agenda items.
- Confers with staff regarding project priorities and programs.
- Provides information to and consults with the public.
- Performs related duties as required or necessary.