Assistant Engineer
$7,009 - $8,526 per monthCounty of Imperial, CA
Salary: $7,009.00 - $8,526.00 Monthly
Location : County of Imperial, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202603075
Department: Public Works
Division: 1542001 Public Works Road Construction
Opening Date: 09/01/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Basic Function and Distinguishing Characteristics
Under general supervision, performs professional civil or structural engineering work in the field and office.
The Assistant Engineer classification is the mid-level classification of the series. Incumbents perform difficult and technical civil engineering duties and provide work direction and guidance to employees at the entry and sub-professional levels. The Associate Engineer classification is the advanced-level supervisory classification of the series. Incumbents perform responsible and complex civil engineering duties and serve in a supervisory capacity over professional and sub-professional engineering personnel within a complex engineering function or operating unit. The Junior Engineer classification is the entry-level class of the series. Incumbents perform technical civil engineering duties related to an assigned function.
Education and Experience/ Licenses and Other Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in Civil Engineering work at the level equivalent to a Junior Engineer.
OR Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certificate from the State of California and two (2) years of experience in Civil Engineering work at the level of Junior Engineer.
Engineer-In-Training Certificate is highly desirable but not required. Valid California Driver's license.
Supplemental Information
A valid driver's license may be required at the time of appointment and employees may also be required to drive their own vehicle and provide proof of liability insurance as per Vehicle Code VC § 160020. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
This position may require pre-employment drug test, physical examination, and fingerprinting for a background investigation.
The County of Imperial does not unlawfully discriminate on any prohibited basis under state or federal law including prohibitions listed in title VII, the Age and Discrimination and Employment Act, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you feel you have a need for special arrangements due to a disability in order to participate in the recruitment process, call View phone number on click.appcast.io or call California Relay Service at 7-1-1.
*NOTE: IF YOU BELIEVE YOUR CIVIL RIGHTS IN EMPLOYMENT MATTERS HAVE BEEN VIOLATED AT ANY TIME DURING THE COURSE OF YOUR CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT, CONTACT THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY OFFICE, 940 W. MAIN STREET, SUITE 101, EL CENTRO, CA 92243, PHONE: View phone number on click.appcast.io (DO NOT CALL THIS NUMBER FOR GENERAL EMPLOYMENT OR JOB APPLICATION INFORMATION).
About Imperial County: Imperial County is located in the Imperial Valley in the southeast of California, bordering Arizona and Mexico, with the Colorado River forming the County's eastern boundary. Imperial County is a major agricultural center, producing half of the nation's winter vegetables, as well as extensive renewable resources, such as geothermal, wind, and solar. Off-road enthusiasts are drawn to the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation area, and the Colorado River is a popular destination for watersports, including fishing, boating, and water skiing. Fans of the popular movie, The Return of the Jedi, will recognize the Algodones Sand Dunes, where the movie was filmed.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. To learn more details, visit our benefits page:
Location : County of Imperial, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202603075
Department: Public Works
Division: 1542001 Public Works Road Construction
Opening Date: 09/01/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Basic Function and Distinguishing Characteristics
Under general supervision, performs professional civil or structural engineering work in the field and office.
The Assistant Engineer classification is the mid-level classification of the series. Incumbents perform difficult and technical civil engineering duties and provide work direction and guidance to employees at the entry and sub-professional levels. The Associate Engineer classification is the advanced-level supervisory classification of the series. Incumbents perform responsible and complex civil engineering duties and serve in a supervisory capacity over professional and sub-professional engineering personnel within a complex engineering function or operating unit. The Junior Engineer classification is the entry-level class of the series. Incumbents perform technical civil engineering duties related to an assigned function.
Education and Experience/ Licenses and Other Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in Civil Engineering work at the level equivalent to a Junior Engineer.
OR Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certificate from the State of California and two (2) years of experience in Civil Engineering work at the level of Junior Engineer.
Engineer-In-Training Certificate is highly desirable but not required. Valid California Driver's license.
Supplemental Information
A valid driver's license may be required at the time of appointment and employees may also be required to drive their own vehicle and provide proof of liability insurance as per Vehicle Code VC § 160020. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
This position may require pre-employment drug test, physical examination, and fingerprinting for a background investigation.
The County of Imperial does not unlawfully discriminate on any prohibited basis under state or federal law including prohibitions listed in title VII, the Age and Discrimination and Employment Act, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you feel you have a need for special arrangements due to a disability in order to participate in the recruitment process, call View phone number on click.appcast.io or call California Relay Service at 7-1-1.
*NOTE: IF YOU BELIEVE YOUR CIVIL RIGHTS IN EMPLOYMENT MATTERS HAVE BEEN VIOLATED AT ANY TIME DURING THE COURSE OF YOUR CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT, CONTACT THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY OFFICE, 940 W. MAIN STREET, SUITE 101, EL CENTRO, CA 92243, PHONE: View phone number on click.appcast.io (DO NOT CALL THIS NUMBER FOR GENERAL EMPLOYMENT OR JOB APPLICATION INFORMATION).
About Imperial County: Imperial County is located in the Imperial Valley in the southeast of California, bordering Arizona and Mexico, with the Colorado River forming the County's eastern boundary. Imperial County is a major agricultural center, producing half of the nation's winter vegetables, as well as extensive renewable resources, such as geothermal, wind, and solar. Off-road enthusiasts are drawn to the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation area, and the Colorado River is a popular destination for watersports, including fishing, boating, and water skiing. Fans of the popular movie, The Return of the Jedi, will recognize the Algodones Sand Dunes, where the movie was filmed.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. To learn more details, visit our benefits page:
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