Associate Engineer/Associate Civil Engineer

The City of Cypress is seeking a highly-skilled and professional Associate Engineer to perform complex engineering work in the planning and design of streets, water, drainage, sewer, traffic systems, buildings, parks and other public works facilities.  Incumbents are responsible for day-to-day professional and sub-professional engineering activities of the Engineering Division, relating to both private development and City Public Works projects.    Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates and contract documents for capital improvement and maintenance projects related to streets, sewers, storm drains, water systems, parks, structures, and building modifications.

Administer construction contracts; perform some project inspection.

Design and prepare specifications, cost estimates and contract documents related to the construction and maintenance of a variety of traffic, street lighting, and traffic control projects.

Coordinate projects with contractors, utility companies and other public agencies.

Establish design procedures; interpret the application of design criteria; check plans and specifications for accuracy of design and completeness.

Prepare complex engineering reports.

Collect and interpret data to estimate traffic demand and roadway/intersection capacity; determine optimum signal timing; collect and analyze traffic count, radar and accident experience data to provide recommendations for accident reduction.

Supervise design work of subordinate staff.

Review and check subdivision tract and parcel maps, lot line adjustments, easement deeds, and related engineering plans and calculations for grading, on-site improvements, streets, sewers, storm drains and other improvements to ensure adherence to City policies and standards and the proper inclusion of necessary public works in private developments.

Provide technical information to personnel in other departments and the public; provide technical engineering support to the Public Works Construction Inspector.

Act as staff support to the Traffic Commission.

Investigate community complaints and prepare reports recommending appropriate action.

Assist in budget preparation.

Perform other related duties as assigned.Experience & Education

• Three years of responsible professional engineering experience, comparable to the level of Assistant Engineer, including experience in designing streets, water, sewer, drainage and/or traffic signal systems AND
• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• A valid License as a Professional Civil Engineer from the State of California Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is desirable.

The Ideal Candidate Profile

• Results-oriented, takes initiative, and possesses a positive attitude.
• Works efficiently and has a record of success.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to translate technical jargon to layman’s terms. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in computer-aided design and software including AutoCad, Civil3D, MS Office including MS Project.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment for problem resolution.

Should the City be unable to find a qualified candidate for the Associate Engineer position, the vacancy may be underfilled at the Assistant Engineer level.To be considered for this job opportunity, please complete the online application AND attach a resume.  Failure to submit a resume will result in disqualification from the selection process.

Salary : $8,300 - $10,089