Assistant Engineer

Salary : $105,336.00 - $134,436.00 Annually
Location : 200 H Street; Antioch, CA
Job Type: Full-time, Regular
Job Number: 38000-3800C-26/10
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 10/14/2026
Closing Date: 11/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


Description
Theis currently accepting applications for the Assistant Engineer position located within the Public Works Department's Engineering and Development Services Division . Engineering and Development Services Division is a division of the Public Works Department responsible for review and approval of public improvements for new residential, commercial and industrial development as well as the inspection of those improvements. Information is also provided to the public for flood plains in Antioch and the division has primary responsibility for the management of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. Solid Waste Disposal, AB 939 Solid Waste Reduction Program, Landscaping and Lighting District Engineer's Report preparation, and Traffic/Transportation are also managed by Engineering and Development Services.

SALARY INFORMATION
Assistant Engineer $8,778 - $10,670
Assistant Engineer w/Certification $9,217 - $11,203

BENEFIT INFORMATION
Collective Bargaining Representation: Operating Engineers Local 3 and Tentative Agreement | Benefits
Benefits: Cafeteria Plan (City of Antioch pays 100% of Kaiser rate, up to family tier) | CalPERS Medical Health Plans | Vision (VSP) | Dental (Delta Dental)

• Retirement: CalPERS Classic Members 2.7% @ 55, New PEPRA Members 2% @ 62
• 457 Deferred Compensation Option
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym Membership Reimbursement

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
Under supervision (Junior Engineer), general supervision (Assistant Engineer), or direction (Associate Civil Engineer), performs professional engineering work in the design, construction and maintenance of public works projects; plans and coordinates a major public works program; and assists in supervision of engineering division activities.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Junior Engineer - This is the entry level class in the Engineer series. This class is distinguished from the Assistant Engineer by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to employees within the series. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience. Incumbents perform office or field engineering projects of easy to average difficulty, including routine professional and non-professional assignments. Advancement to the Assistant Engineer level is based on demonstrated proficiency in performing the full range of assigned duties, possession of required certifications, and is at the discretion of higher level supervisory or management staff.

Assistant Engineer - This is the second level class in the Engineer series. This class is distinguished from the Associate Civil Engineer by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties not requiring a Professional Engineer certification. Employees work independently, receiving only occasional instruction or assistance. Incumbents are responsible for a variety of office or field projects of average difficulty and are expected to direct them to completion. Advancement to the Associate Civil Engineer level is based on demonstration of sound engineering judgment, possession of a Professional Engineer certification, and requires considerable knowledge of civil engineering practice including land development, traffic engineering and the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a wide variety of civil engineering projects. Advancement to the Associate Civil Engineer level is at the discretion of management staff.

Associate Civil Engineer - This is the full journey level class in the Engineer series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Assistant Engineer by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including the performance of duties requiring a Professional Engineer certification. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Examples of Duties


The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Perform responsible engineering work in connection with municipal public works projects; plan, schedule and coordinate work on major or complex engineering projects.
2. Prepare engineering plans, specifications, and costs for the construction of streets, storm drains, parks, signals, buildings and other capital improvement projects.
3. Prepare engineering reports concerning traffic related complaints and problems.
4. Review a variety of construction plans, maps, reports, applications, and various development and construction agreements.
5. Provide information and respond to questions from the public, contractors, developers, and other City departments.
6. Determine design procedures; interpret the application of design criteria.
7. Prepare grant funding applications for various projects; process and track grant applications and funds.
8. Check plans and specification for accuracy and completeness of design.
9. Prepare preliminary and final project cost estimates.
10. Provide project management for construction projects to ensure contractor compliance with project specifications, time, and budget parameters; provide engineering information to contractors, developers, engineers and the public.
11. Review and approve payments for consultants, vendors, and contractors.
12. Resolve disputes between the City and contractors concerning plans, specifications and extra work.
13. Prepare staff reports, and make presentations to the City Council, commissions and other groups, as necessary.
14. Coordinate engineering work with other City divisions, consultants, developers and property owners.
15. May perform field survey work.
16. May supervise subordinate staff.
17. Perform related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications


The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of civil engineering and its application to municipal public works and construction.
• Land development, including planning and analysis of engineering systems needed for the use of land including streets, highways, sewage, water facility, storm drain, grading, land use and utilities.
• Public works contract administration including the process of contract preparation, contractor selection, administration of contract work, change orders, disputes, claims, equal opportunity and closing of contracts.
• Field and construction survey techniques.
• Design and drafting methods and equipment.
• Civil engineering applied to estimates, studies, technical reports, design, plans, specifications and professional recommendations for a variety of engineering activities.
• Construction including survey, inspection and public works contract administration procedures, and engineering materials and methods.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations.

Ability to:

• Prepare and review plans, specifications, cost estimates and engineering reports.
• Make accurate engineering computations and drawings.
• Coordinate engineering activities with activities of other divisions and outside organizations.
• Write clear, concise and accurate technical and non-technical reports, correspondence and memoranda; prepare reports, agreements and accurate records.
• Take coaching, instruction, and feedback with a cooperative and positive attitude.
• Deal tactfully with the public, high level staff or other public and private agencies, contractors, private engineers, governmental officials and other City employees.
• Explain complicated technical matters in non-technical terms.
• Select, train, and evaluate staff.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Junior Engineer

Education/Training:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field.

Experience:

• No experience is required.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California driver's license. For out-of-state candidates, we will accept an out-of-state driver's license at the time of application; however, a California driver's license must be obtained by the time of appointment.

Assistant Engineer

Education/Training:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible and professional engineering experience in plan checking, design, construction, or contract management comparable to that of a Junior Engineer with the City of Antioch.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California driver's license. For out-of-state candidates, we will accept an out-of-state driver's license at the time of application; however, a California driver's license must be obtained by the time of appointment.
• Possession of registration as an Engineer-In-Training.

Associate Civil Engineer

Education/Training:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible and professional engineering experience comparable to that of an Assistant Engineer with the City of Antioch.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California driver's license. For out-of-state candidates, we will accept an out-of-state driver's license at the time of application; however, a California driver's license must be obtained by the time of appointment.
• Possession of registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with occasional exposure to an outdoor field setting and travel from site to site.
• Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and outdoor field setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Supplemental Information
EEO/ADA: The City of Antioch is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io prior to the final filing date.
BENEFITS:
• HEALTH INSURANCE - Cafeteria Plan is provided with a City contribution for the purchase of health, dental, and vision. Option to take cash or deferred compensation in lieu of benefits is available.
• LIFE INSURANCE
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
• RETIREMENT - California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS): 2.7% @ 55 for classic members or 2.0% @ 62 for PEPRA members
• HOLIDAYS - 14 days per year
• VACATION - 11 to 25 days per year depending upon length of service
• SICK LEAVE - 12 days per year with no limit on accumulation
• DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN - City offers a 457 Plan
• MEDICAL-AFTER-RETIREMENT ACCOUNT (MARA)
• SOCIAL SECURITY - The City participates in the Medicare portion only.
• EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PROGRAM
• BILINGUAL PAY - $100 per month
01


Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03


How much increasingly responsible and professional engineering experience in plan checking, design, construction, or contract management comparable to that of a Junior Engineer with the City of Antioch or higher do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 11 months
• 12 months (1 year) - 23 months
• 24 months (2 years) or more

04


How much increasingly responsible and professional engineering experience in plan checking, design, construction, or contract management comparable to that of an Assistant Engineer with the City of Antioch or higher do you have?

• No Experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 11 months
• 12 months (1 year) - 23 months
• 24 months (2 years) or more

05


I have engineering experience in the following: (check all boxes that apply)

• Land Development Review
• Capital Improvements Project (CIP) Design
• Capital Improvements Project (CIP) Construction Management
• Traffic Engineering
• None of the above

06


Select the highest registration you possess:

• Engineer-In-Training
• Professional Engineer in the State of California
• Professional Engineer in another state
• None of the above

07


Please describe your previous work experience leading, planning, training, and supervising the work of engineering staff responsible for design, construction, traffic and transportation engineering. Please include how you verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
08


Please describe your experience with land development, including planning and analysis of engineering systems needed for the use of land including streets, highways, sewage, water facility, storm drain, grading, land use and utilities.
09


Please describe your experience with the principles and practices of civil engineering and its application to municipal public works and construction.
10


Please describe your previous two years of increasingly responsible and professional engineering experience comparable to that of an Assistant Engineer with the City of Antioch.
Required Question