Associate Civil/Mechanical Engineer (Pipeline Infrastructure Division)

Advance your career as an Associate Civil/Mechanical Engineer with an industry-leading water and wastewater utility. Reporting to a Senior Civil Engineer, the Associate Civil/Mechanical Engineer is the registered professional engineer level position in the East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) engineering career advancement.

The current opening is in the Pipeline Infrastructure Division's (PID's) Pipeline Design Section. This recruitment may also be used to fill additional openings in PID. Associate Civil/Mechanical Engineers in PID work with a team of pipeline designers, engineers, and other workgroups across EBMUD to complete pipeline designs for new and replacement pipelines to be installed by EBMUD crews or by contractors.

PID is responsible for managing and implementing pipeline design projects for the installation, renewal and upgrade of EBMUD's 4,200 miles of distribution and transmission pipelines. This Associate Civil/Mechanical Engineer in the Pipeline Design Section will be responsible for managing reimbursable pipeline relocation projects, which will include conducting reviews of improvement plans to identify conflicts with EBMUD infrastructure, developing project scopes and cost estimates, and managing pipeline design projects. In addition, the selected candidate will provide pipeline design support for EBMUD facilities projects including reservoirs, pumping plants, regulators, and rate control stations. Roles will include working with a collaborative team of pipeline designers and/or engineers. There may also be opportunities to manage recycled water pipeline projects and consultant contracts.

Specific responsibilities may include:

*Designing pipeline systems and appurtenances of various sizes and analyzing underground utilities which may impact the design of pipeline facilities.

*Scoping and developing alternative pipeline materials, alignments, and construction methods, including trenchless installations based on site and budget considerations.

*Managing capital projects for water distribution and transmission pipeline projects; preparing reports recommending priorities for system extensions, rehabilitation and upgrade projects; developing detailed project scopes, schedules, and budgets while managing projects through the design and construction process.

*Preparing specifications and cost estimates for developing construction bid documents.

*Reviewing and coordinating the work of outside consultants.

*Negotiating with cities and counties to identify project work restrictions regarding encroachment permit conditions for underground construction, and other pipeline-related issues.

*Responding to requests for changes to pipeline systems, inspecting existing facilities and proposed design sites, developing condition reports, maintaining uniform standards of design, pipeline materials, replacement methods, and project selection; incorporating criteria for new technology.

*Researching pipeline technologies and tools. Preparing data on capabilities of technologies and writing memos to recommend pilot projects.

*Developing pilot project plans, schedules, and budgets to test various technologies available in the pipeline industry.

*Conducting pipeline asset management analyses using ArcGIS or other modelling software, considering various factors including condition, hazards, likelihood of failure and consequence of failure; creating databases and prioritization criteria to rank projects to support master planning.

*Providing construction support for water pipeline projects.

*Working and communicating with field staff, applicants, developers, consultants, and external agencies.

*Communicating effectively orally and in writing.

As appropriate to the assignment, the ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in pipeline design concepts; project management skills; experience with studying, recommending, and implementing new technologies; construction and maintenance support and start-up; oral and written communication skills; experience with designing contract bid documents for pipelines; and engineering analyses.

Flexible/hybrid work from home schedule may be available for some positions in this job classification.

The salary range is $12,383 per month increasing to $13,002, $13,652, $14,335 and $15,052 after 6, 18, 30, and 42 months, respectively.

EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

Any combination of education and experience that has led to the acquisition of the knowledge and abilities indicated above. Typical means of acquiring the essential knowledge and abilities is a combination of training and experience equivalent to:

1.A bachelor's degree in an ABET-accredited civil, environmental, mechanical, or closely related engineering curriculum OR a California EIT Certificate.

2.Four years of professional civil, environmental, or mechanical engineering experience (subsequent to obtaining the degree), which is equivalent to two years of experience at EBMUD's Assistant Engineer level.

3.California registration as a Professional Civil or Mechanical Engineer.

Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. In addition, the incumbent must possess the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the position including both office and field duties, exposure to chemicals and oxidizing agents, and maintaining a physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, climbing steep stairs and ladders, or walking for prolonged periods of time. Must be willing to work overtime as needed.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the "equivalent combination of education and experience" provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/.

1.Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com by 4:30 p.m., Friday, May 16, 2025. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.

2.Candidates must achieve a passing score on each test part in order to advance to the next step in the selection process.

3.All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, with those candidates receiving a passing score to be invited to a panel interview tentatively scheduled for June 2025.

4.Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 to 24 months.

5.The probation period for this position is 12 months. The probation period is 6 months for those holding civil service status at EBMUD.

6.All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.

As the first step in the selection process, responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted online with your regular EBMUD application. You will be evaluated on a competitive basis and only candidates passing the competitive application review will continue in the selection process. Describe your work experience clearly, thoroughly, and accurately. Be sure to include your employer's name and the time period of the experience you are describing. Be specific and succinct. Your responses should demonstrate your ability to write concise and well-organized documents using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

The questions cover a range of work responsibilities. Although you may use the same experience as the basis for answering more than one question, describing a variety of experiences will provide the panel with a better understanding of the breadth and depth of your experience. Please provide thorough, accurate descriptions of assignments you have personally performed. Should you respond with comments such as "see application" or "see resume" instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered.