Are you a skilled and motivated civil engineer with expertise in capital project delivery, traffic engineering, and stormwater compliance?

If you are seeking a full-time, hands-on position in a collaborative and community-focused environment, this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

The City of Orinda is seeking creative, curious, and technically strong engineers who are excited to take on meaningful challenges and serve an engaged community.

The Public Works and Engineering Department is a small, dedicated team committed to planning, building, and maintaining infrastructure that supports safety, mobility, environmental stewardship, and quality of life for Orinda residents.

Under Supervision Of The Senior Engineer, This Position Plans, Manages, And Coordinates Engineering Programs And Capital Improvement Projects, With a Strong Focus On

Capital Project Management and implementation
Traffic Engineering and traffic safety programs
Stormwater management, including NPDES and C.3 compliance
Development review and engineering standards

The vacancy may be filled at one of the following classifications based on experience and qualifications:

Assistant Engineer or Associate Engineer.

Salary Ranges (DOE)

Assistant Engineer: $9,940.75 - 12,129.60 monthly
Associate Engineer: $10,634.54 - 12,976.16 monthly

Experience

Minimum Qualifications

Assistant Engineer: Two years of increasingly responsible professional engineering experience
Associate Engineer: Three years of increasingly responsible professional engineering experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Civil Engineering.

License / Certification

Assistant Engineer: Valid California driver’s license. Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification desirable. Valid California driver's license.
Associate Engineer: Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California. Valid California driver’s license.

Special Requirements

Ability to work in a standard office environment and conduct field inspections at project sites
Ability to attend evening meetings as required.

Key Responsibilities (Examples of Duties)

Manage and deliver capital improvement projects from planning and design through construction and closeout, including scope development, budgeting, consultant selection, and contract administration.
Administer traffic engineering and traffic safety programs, serving as technical staff to the City’s Traffic Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC), preparing agendas, responding to traffic calming requests, and working with neighborhood groups.
Administer and support the City’s Stormwater Program, including compliance with NPDES permits and C.3 (post-construction stormwater requirements).
Oversee drainage improvement projects and respond to drainage and flooding concerns from residents.
Conduct development review for public works and engineering aspects of private development projects, coordinating with Planning and other City departments and managing engineering consultants.
Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, environmental documents, and technical reports for public infrastructure projects.
Manage the subdivision approval process, including preparation of improvement agreements and review of parcel and final maps.
Prepare staff reports and present technical information to the City Council, commissions, and the public; conduct public meetings and hearings on assigned projects.
Establish and apply engineering standards and technical criteria for roads, traffic systems, storm drains, lighting, and related infrastructure.

Job Description URL

https://www.cityoforinda.org/386/Job-Descriptions

Ideal Candidate

The City of Orinda is a small, service-oriented community committed to excellence in public safety, thoughtful land use planning, infrastructure investment, and responsible stewardship of public funds.

We are seeking a talented and dedicated civil engineer with strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and outstanding professional skills. The ideal candidate will bring a positive attitude, thrive in a collaborative environment, and be comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic and evolving municipal setting.

The successful candidate will demonstrate experience and strengths in the following areas:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify challenges, develop practical solutions, and independently resolve issues while recognizing when additional review or coordination is required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear technical reports and deliver effective presentations to staff, commissions, and the public.
Experience with capital improvement projects, including project scoping, consultant coordination, plan review, and construction oversight.
Working knowledge of stormwater regulations, including NPDES and Clean Water Act requirements and post-construction (C.3) compliance.
Understanding of traffic engineering principles and regulations, including the MUTCD, and the ability to represent the City on boards and committees such as the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC).
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to respond tactfully to residents, developers, and colleagues while establishing credibility and trust.
A professional demeanor marked by honesty, integrity, diplomacy, patience, and a strong work ethic.

All employees of the City of Orinda are expected to uphold the City’s core values by serving the public with respect and accountability, maintaining professionalism, and demonstrating responsibility in all aspects of their work.

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a completed online application, resume, and cover letter through CalOpps.org by the application deadline.

Resumes and supplemental materials may be attached but will not substitute for a fully completed application.

Selection Process

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the selection process. Applicants selected to move forward will be notified by email and/or phone.

The selection process may include one or more of the following: written or practical exercises, job-related simulations, phone interviews, and in-person or virtual panel interviews.

Appointment is subject to successful completion of a twelve-month probationary period.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Accommodations

The City of Orinda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Candidates requiring reasonable accommodation during any phase of the application or selection process should submit a request by the final filing date to: gstaton@cityoforinda.org. Supporting documentation must accompany the request.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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