Associate Civil Engineer or Sr Civil Engineer
Otay Water District, San Diego, CA, United States
Ideal Candidate
Are you a Civil Engineer who can design water/wastewater infrastructures in a time‑sensitive manner? Do you possess exceptional problem‑solving skills? If so, we would like to hear from you. The ideal candidate will administer and evaluate consultant proposals and bids, and assist in drafting and finalizing proposals and contract documents for bidding and award.
If your military service involved planning infrastructure projects, managing construction efforts, analyzing technical data, or coordinating complex operations, we’re looking for individuals with strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage projects from planning through completion. Roles such as Navy Civil Engineer Corps (CEC) Officer or Navy Seabee (BU/CE/EA), Army Engineer Officer (12A), Marine Corps Combat Engineer (1371), or Air Force Civil Engineer (3E) would provide an excellent fit for our team.
Experience in project planning, design review, construction management, contract coordination, and infrastructure analysis aligns directly with this position. These roles require managing timelines, budgets, and contractors while ensuring quality and compliance – core functions of this role. Bring your leadership, technical expertise, and mission‑focused mindset to a career supporting critical public infrastructure and community development.
About the Position and Department
We currently have one (1) vacancy and are looking to appoint at either of the following levels, depending on qualifications and experience: Senior Civil Engineer or Associate Civil Engineer. This position is in the Design/Planning/Water Resources Section of the Engineering Department and reports directly to an Engineering Manager. The position is responsible for the planning, design, construction management, and overall project management of Otay Water District facilities.
The Engineering Department is responsible for planning, budgeting, design and construction, and inspection of all Otay Water District facilities. Projects include water, recycled water, sewer, and support facilities such as pipelines, reservoirs, pump stations, wells, ponds, and a treatment plant. The department manages a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) of approximately $19 million (2026) and has a staff of approximately 29 employees, supplemented by consultants.
Duties Include for Both Sr. Civil and Associate Civil Engineer
Assist with the development and implementation of the District’s Strategic Plan, Performance Measures, and Asset Management Program.
Prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
Represent and participate in the District in administrative hearings, public meetings, related investigations, and inter‑agency coordinated efforts.
Plan, schedule, and monitor progress on projects to assure completion on schedule, within budget, and recommend changes to meet goals.
Prepare design calculations, detailed drawings, and specifications for various water, wastewater, and reclamation facility projects.
Draft and finalize proposals and contract documents for bidding of contractor services; administer and evaluate proposals and bids; prepare and present Board staff reports recommending action.
Administer consultant selection process and review, evaluate, and report on work prepared by consultants; administer consultant contracts.
Prepare and finalize reimbursement and financing agreements with developers.
Senior Civil Engineer Duties Include
Serve as a project manager on District projects, directing the work of assigned project staff and consultants in planning, design, and construction.
Administer design and preparation of major capital projects utilizing consulting engineering firms or in‑house staff; prepare cost estimates; review drawings and specifications for compliance with District standards; interpret specifications and District policies and initiate or review change orders.
Assist with input and preparation of the fiscal year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget and monitor budget expenditures.
Initiate and approve purchasing requisitions.
Prepare, analyze, and maintain a variety of computerized reports and records.
Assist with resolution of technical and complex issues.
Assess and monitor workload, identify opportunities for improvement, and review with the Engineering Manager or Chief, Engineering.
Manage and participate in the development and administration of the section’s annual budget; direct forecast of additional funds; monitor and approve expenditures; direct and implement adjustments.
Represent the District in negotiations with developers, contractors, and consultants on fees and charges; evaluate work prepared by consultants and administer consultant contracts, approving invoices.
Research, apply, and follow up on grant applications.
Actively research new sources of potable and recycled water.
Provide staff assistance to the Chief, Engineering.
Directly manage District documents such as Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP), Water Facilities Master Plan (WFMP), Wastewater Master Plan (WWMP), and others as required.
Provide guidance as project manager and evaluate work of professional and technical staff.
Conduct construction site inspections to follow project progress; resolve problems related to drawings, materials, and workmanship; approve change orders or obtain necessary authorizations.
Participate in District facility planning and the Capital Improvements Program, including determination of projects, budgets, and scheduling.
Design and conduct investigations, studies, tests, and use computer modeling to evaluate District facilities and operations.
Prepare reports and analyses, develop recommendations and projects requirements related to District and area expansion in response to projected service demands.
Interpret policies and procedures established by regulatory agencies; research new materials and methods for inclusion in District construction standards.
Interpret data from tests on materials in field and laboratory for conformance to construction documents.
Provide technical guidance to District personnel; serve as interpreter and liaison between Section personnel and professional engineers; chair and participate in meetings related to project planning, design, and construction.
Associate Civil Engineer Duties Include
Serve as a project manager on minor and major District projects, directing the work of assigned project staff and consultants in planning, design, and construction.
Make construction site inspections to follow project progress; resolve problems related to drawings, materials, and workmanship; approve change orders or obtain necessary authorizations.
Design and conduct investigations and studies; research and develop recommendations; prepare reports associated with District facilities and operations.
Coordinate and review the work of engineers, consultants, technicians, drafters, inspectors, and surveyors assigned to a project.
Interpret data from tests on materials in field and laboratory for conformance to construction documents.
Analyze hydraulics, prepare computer models, and test pipelines to establish rate of flow and pressure for operations; collect and evaluate data to project future pipeline and storage requirements.
Conduct and participate in meetings related to project planning, design, construction, and inter‑agency coordination.
Prepare agendas and issue comprehensive meeting minutes.
Perform as Staff Engineer for the Maintenance, Operations, and Construction Sections; act as interpreter and liaison between Section personnel and professional engineers.
Participate in continuous improvement; develop standards, guidelines, and productivity indicators; document processes.
Licensing and Certification
A valid California Driver’s License.
A valid certificate of registration as a Professional Civil Engineer issued by the State of California.
Experience
Senior Civil Engineer:
Five (5) years experience in civil engineering, preferably performing planning, design, and project management for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water facilities, including three (3) years of experience managing consultants.
Associate Civil Engineer:
Three (3) years experience in civil engineering, preferably performing planning, design, and project management for water, wastewater, and recycled water facilities and operations.
Education
Both positions require a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
Otay Water District is a Smoking, Tobacco and Nicotine Free Campus. All Otay Water District employees are at‑will pursuant to California Water Code, Section 71362.
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Are you a Civil Engineer who can design water/wastewater infrastructures in a time‑sensitive manner? Do you possess exceptional problem‑solving skills? If so, we would like to hear from you. The ideal candidate will administer and evaluate consultant proposals and bids, and assist in drafting and finalizing proposals and contract documents for bidding and award.
If your military service involved planning infrastructure projects, managing construction efforts, analyzing technical data, or coordinating complex operations, we’re looking for individuals with strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage projects from planning through completion. Roles such as Navy Civil Engineer Corps (CEC) Officer or Navy Seabee (BU/CE/EA), Army Engineer Officer (12A), Marine Corps Combat Engineer (1371), or Air Force Civil Engineer (3E) would provide an excellent fit for our team.
Experience in project planning, design review, construction management, contract coordination, and infrastructure analysis aligns directly with this position. These roles require managing timelines, budgets, and contractors while ensuring quality and compliance – core functions of this role. Bring your leadership, technical expertise, and mission‑focused mindset to a career supporting critical public infrastructure and community development.
About the Position and Department
We currently have one (1) vacancy and are looking to appoint at either of the following levels, depending on qualifications and experience: Senior Civil Engineer or Associate Civil Engineer. This position is in the Design/Planning/Water Resources Section of the Engineering Department and reports directly to an Engineering Manager. The position is responsible for the planning, design, construction management, and overall project management of Otay Water District facilities.
The Engineering Department is responsible for planning, budgeting, design and construction, and inspection of all Otay Water District facilities. Projects include water, recycled water, sewer, and support facilities such as pipelines, reservoirs, pump stations, wells, ponds, and a treatment plant. The department manages a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) of approximately $19 million (2026) and has a staff of approximately 29 employees, supplemented by consultants.
Duties Include for Both Sr. Civil and Associate Civil Engineer
Assist with the development and implementation of the District’s Strategic Plan, Performance Measures, and Asset Management Program.
Prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
Represent and participate in the District in administrative hearings, public meetings, related investigations, and inter‑agency coordinated efforts.
Plan, schedule, and monitor progress on projects to assure completion on schedule, within budget, and recommend changes to meet goals.
Prepare design calculations, detailed drawings, and specifications for various water, wastewater, and reclamation facility projects.
Draft and finalize proposals and contract documents for bidding of contractor services; administer and evaluate proposals and bids; prepare and present Board staff reports recommending action.
Administer consultant selection process and review, evaluate, and report on work prepared by consultants; administer consultant contracts.
Prepare and finalize reimbursement and financing agreements with developers.
Senior Civil Engineer Duties Include
Serve as a project manager on District projects, directing the work of assigned project staff and consultants in planning, design, and construction.
Administer design and preparation of major capital projects utilizing consulting engineering firms or in‑house staff; prepare cost estimates; review drawings and specifications for compliance with District standards; interpret specifications and District policies and initiate or review change orders.
Assist with input and preparation of the fiscal year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget and monitor budget expenditures.
Initiate and approve purchasing requisitions.
Prepare, analyze, and maintain a variety of computerized reports and records.
Assist with resolution of technical and complex issues.
Assess and monitor workload, identify opportunities for improvement, and review with the Engineering Manager or Chief, Engineering.
Manage and participate in the development and administration of the section’s annual budget; direct forecast of additional funds; monitor and approve expenditures; direct and implement adjustments.
Represent the District in negotiations with developers, contractors, and consultants on fees and charges; evaluate work prepared by consultants and administer consultant contracts, approving invoices.
Research, apply, and follow up on grant applications.
Actively research new sources of potable and recycled water.
Provide staff assistance to the Chief, Engineering.
Directly manage District documents such as Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP), Water Facilities Master Plan (WFMP), Wastewater Master Plan (WWMP), and others as required.
Provide guidance as project manager and evaluate work of professional and technical staff.
Conduct construction site inspections to follow project progress; resolve problems related to drawings, materials, and workmanship; approve change orders or obtain necessary authorizations.
Participate in District facility planning and the Capital Improvements Program, including determination of projects, budgets, and scheduling.
Design and conduct investigations, studies, tests, and use computer modeling to evaluate District facilities and operations.
Prepare reports and analyses, develop recommendations and projects requirements related to District and area expansion in response to projected service demands.
Interpret policies and procedures established by regulatory agencies; research new materials and methods for inclusion in District construction standards.
Interpret data from tests on materials in field and laboratory for conformance to construction documents.
Provide technical guidance to District personnel; serve as interpreter and liaison between Section personnel and professional engineers; chair and participate in meetings related to project planning, design, and construction.
Associate Civil Engineer Duties Include
Serve as a project manager on minor and major District projects, directing the work of assigned project staff and consultants in planning, design, and construction.
Make construction site inspections to follow project progress; resolve problems related to drawings, materials, and workmanship; approve change orders or obtain necessary authorizations.
Design and conduct investigations and studies; research and develop recommendations; prepare reports associated with District facilities and operations.
Coordinate and review the work of engineers, consultants, technicians, drafters, inspectors, and surveyors assigned to a project.
Interpret data from tests on materials in field and laboratory for conformance to construction documents.
Analyze hydraulics, prepare computer models, and test pipelines to establish rate of flow and pressure for operations; collect and evaluate data to project future pipeline and storage requirements.
Conduct and participate in meetings related to project planning, design, construction, and inter‑agency coordination.
Prepare agendas and issue comprehensive meeting minutes.
Perform as Staff Engineer for the Maintenance, Operations, and Construction Sections; act as interpreter and liaison between Section personnel and professional engineers.
Participate in continuous improvement; develop standards, guidelines, and productivity indicators; document processes.
Licensing and Certification
A valid California Driver’s License.
A valid certificate of registration as a Professional Civil Engineer issued by the State of California.
Experience
Senior Civil Engineer:
Five (5) years experience in civil engineering, preferably performing planning, design, and project management for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water facilities, including three (3) years of experience managing consultants.
Associate Civil Engineer:
Three (3) years experience in civil engineering, preferably performing planning, design, and project management for water, wastewater, and recycled water facilities and operations.
Education
Both positions require a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
Otay Water District is a Smoking, Tobacco and Nicotine Free Campus. All Otay Water District employees are at‑will pursuant to California Water Code, Section 71362.
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