ASSISTANT ENGINEER

Assistant EngineerThe City of Lawndale is currently recruiting for an Assistant Engineer. Apply immediately online at governmentjobs.com/careers/lawndaleca. The tentative deadline to apply is August 21, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.About the PositionUnder supervision, performs entry level professional engineering work related to capital improvement project management, design and administration; contract administration and compliance activities; and prepares plans, specifications, progress reports and other engineering projects. Positions at this level manage capital improvement projects and may provide supervision over technical and administrative staff.Example of DutiesEssential duties include, but are not limited to: assists in the planning, designing, and preliminary studying of various public works projects such as facilities, streets, sewers, parking lots, storm drains for construction and maintenance projects; prepares cost estimates, reports, and specifications, computer grades, areas and volumes; performs field inspections; provide support to the Director of Public Works and Associate Engineer in various engineering projects, including capital improvement projects; prepares computations, maps and other information; checks construction site drainage and excavation plans and reviews designs submitted for consistency with codes, ordinances, specifications, and practices of the City in the field and office; issues encroachment permits; confers with vendors, developers and consultants regarding facility and infrastructure development; administers federal and state grant funds associated with design and construction projects; confers with other employees and representatives of governmental agencies, public utilities and contractors to obtain information and to coordinate contract requirements; maintains engineering files; attends meetings as departmental representative; responds to inquiries from the general public regarding department and routine engineering; and performs other related duties as assigned.Minimum RequirementsAny combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:Education equivalent to completion of a four-year degree from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.Due to the performance of some field duties, which may require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid California Driver's License and an acceptable driving record are required. Possession of State of California Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers Engineering-In-Training (EIT) certificate and Registration as a Civil Engineer or Traffic Engineer in the State of California is highly desired.Two (2) years of professional full-time civil engineering and/or capital improvement experience in planning and managing public works projects.Selection ProcedureApplications are being accepted immediately and subject to close at any time. Please apply immediately by submitting an official City Employment Application and resume. All application materials will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include, but not limited to application review and evaluation, interview, written and/or performance test. A passing score of at least 70% is required on each phase of the selection process to be placed on the eligibility list, which will remain active for a period of up to one year.Candidates chosen to fill vacancies will be required to pass a physical examination (which includes a drug/alcohol test) and a background investigation (which includes fingerprinting). Candidates must be able to provide documentation which authorizes their legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 upon hire. Employees chosen to fill a vacancy must serve a 12-month probationary period and can be released from service with or without cause during the probationary period.The City of Lawndale is an Equal Opportunity Employer which does not discriminate against applicants based on their race, skin color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Please notify the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing/closing date should you require accommodation due to a disability in the testing process. All City of Lawndale employees are designated disaster service workers in the event of an emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health and/or safety of the public.Employee BenefitsThe City provides health benefits for full-time employees through a flexible benefit spending plan coordinated with IRS Section 125; Tuition Reimbursement Program; and a Wellness Reimbursement Program.The City offers varying work schedules, depending on department assigned, to include 5/40, 9/80 and 4/10 work schedule. City Hall is open Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., although many facilities operate during evenings and weekends.13 paid Holidays plus a varying number of Floating Holidays arising out of 4/10 plan provisions; 10 days of Vacation Leave; 8 - 10 hours per month of Sick Leave.All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy.Employees are covered by disability insurance which will provide income for an employee who is totally disabled from injury or accident.The City offers various programs that allow full-time employees to voluntarily defer pre-tax earnings.