Engineering Manager

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

DUTIES SUMMARY 

Under general direction, to supervise, plan, coordinate and schedule the activities of the engineering, development, GIS/mapping, and construction management services necessary for Water Utility, Water Reclamation, Sewer Collections, hydro-generation and geothermal systems, new or in-fill development, and mapping and database management including, but not limited to, reviewing engineering programs, projects and activities and project management; supervise, evaluate and develop assigned staff; ensure work quality and accuracy; supervise and participate in the gathering and compiling of data; provide responsible and complex administrative support; and perform related work as required. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS 

The class of Engineering Manager is the supervisory level within the Engineering series with responsibility for planning, assigning, supervising and reviewing the work of staff responsible for providing engineering services. Supervision is received from the Director of Water Utility. Supervision is exercised over Engineering Section. In the absence of the Director, the Engineering Manager may act as his/her designee. The incumbent uses a high level of discretion and independence in making decisions and has the continuing responsibility for the quality and quantity of work provided.   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:    Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, Social Science, Geology, Geography, Mathematics, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or other applicable engineering or technical field,  

Experience:    Five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional and supervisory experience in a water, wastewater, public works, or environmental engineering field which includes at least two (2) years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.

Certificates:    

A valid certificate of registration as a professional engineer issued by the State of California is required at time of application.

                                AND

Must obtain and maintain a State of California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Water Distribution Operator Certificate level D2 and Water Treatment Operator Treatment Certificate level T2 within 36 months of employment. 

Possession of an active Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s Certificate issued by the SWRCB is highly desirable.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

An employee within this classification may be designated as a “key responder” and as such shall be required to respond to non-normal working hour emergency operational conditions.

Possession of a valid Class “C” California Motor Vehicle Driver’s License. For out of state applicants, a valid Driver’s License is required and a valid Class “C” California Driver’s License must be obtained within ten (10) days of appointment (CA Vehicle Code 12505c).  

PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work involves exposure to potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals and infectious disease including smoke, fumes, gas, treated water, high frequency noise, dirt, dust, grease, oil, chemicals, solvents and toxic agents. The incumbent needs to be able to tolerate unpleasant odors, wet conditions and uncomfortable climactic conditions. There is frequent need to stand, sit, stoop, walk, and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday. Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 

The incumbent requires sufficient mobility to work in a field setting in varying weather conditions and an office setting, transport materials and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds and to travel to various locations. Must be able to see in the normal visual range with or without correction with vision sufficient to read small print, computer screens and other printed documents. Must be able to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.  Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis.  

Salary $13,901.30 to $17,741.98

Apply online at: www.sbmwd.org

Recruitment opens 10/6/25 and closes on 11/2/25

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