Are you looking for an opportunity to contribute to the development and maintenance of critical public infrastructure? If so, we invite you to consider joining our dynamic team at the City of Richmond as an Assistant Engineer.

As an Assistant Engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission by assisting in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of various public works projects. The ideal candidate will be driven by a passion for making a positive impact through their work. Whether it's improving infrastructure, enhancing environmental sustainability, or advancing technological innovation, they will be motivated by a sense of purpose and a desire to contribute to the betterment of the community. 

• Self- motivated 
• Ability to work well with many leadership styles
• innovative problem solver to overcome challenges and achieve optimal solutions 
• A willingness to learn.

• Conducts field investigations and surveys, produces accurate field notes, and translates information into electronic base maps and topographic maps for design.
• Designs or reviews engineering calculations, grading, erosion control, horizontal control, legal descriptions, easements and rights-of-way, signing and striping, traffic signals, street lighting, typical sections, utilities, construction details, cross sections, plan layout, alignments, and profiles of capital improvement and development projects.
• Assists the public with questions involving engineering problems. Researches property ownership and boundaries necessary in securing easements, rights-of-way, and titles.
• Participates in meetings and conferences on engineering problems with developers, engineers, contractors, owners, and public officials.
• Coordinates and directs the work of professional service and construction contractors, other public agencies, and utilities.
• Reviews plan specifications, permits, special conditions, and agreements.
• Evaluates performance of street, sidewalk, gutter, underground lines, drainage, parks, and other municipal design projects.
• Conducts research, prepares progress reports, and compiles data. Prepares final reports and estimates.
• Performs related work as required.

• Bachelor's degree with major course work in Civil Engineering, or an engineering discipline related to the area of assignment
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience providing engineering services to the public, including managing locally-funded programs and traffic-related requests
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities

• Possession of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record is an ongoing requirement.

• The City’s policy is that all persons hired on or after October 18, 2021, must be fully vaccinated, including the booster, for COVID-19. New employees will be required to provide proof of complete vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation before employment may commence. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact Human Resources.

• Modern office practices and equipment, including computers applicable software
• Principles and practices of civil engineering in a municipal setting
• Principles, practices, procedures, and standards related to City infrastructure development, construction, maintenance, traffic engineering, and transportation planning
• Computer-aided drafting concepts and applications
• Applicable laws, codes, and regulations
• Principles and practices of capital improvement cost estimation and contract administration
• Practices related to surveying, including reviewing, and preparing maps and legal descriptions

• Organization and time management 
• Operating a variety of drafting and office equipment, including plotters/scanners, computers, calculators, and survey equipment

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, various businesses, regulatory organizations, and individuals
• Develop and review plans for municipal engineering projects
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials
• Maintain accurate records and files
• Exercise independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines