Water Agency Operations Engineer

Water Agency Operations Engineer

$13,274 – $16,136/Monthly*

The Sonoma County Water Agency (Sonoma Water) is seeking a qualified Operations Engineer. Bring your expertise. Build a better tomorrow. Apply today!

Requirement: To be considered qualified for this position, possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Civil, Control System, Electrical, and/or Mechanical Engineer issued by the State of California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is required at time of application submission.

As a Water Agency Operations Engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting Sonoma Water’s mission to responsibly manage natural resources by using transparent, data-based decision-making tools that benefit our environment and community. You will apply your knowledge and understanding of regulations pertaining to water, wastewater (treatment and collection facilities), air pollution, stormwater, recycled water, and hazardous waste to support new and existing engineering projects. You will also collaborate with the Computerized Maintenance Management System, Operations and Maintenance, Finance, and Engineering Design staff to ensure coordination across departments and gather diverse input to develop a successful Asset Management Program. This position acts as a project manager for various engineering projects, assists with permit and environmental compliance, provides budget and financial planning, and manages and designs maintenance and smaller capital projects in support of both water and wastewater facilities. Additional responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with regulatory agencies and analyzing water, wastewater, and business data
• Coordinating efforts with Design and Water Resource Planning engineers and Operations and Maintenance personnel to ensure seamless project execution
• Managing compliance with regulations under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and the Statewide Waste Discharge Requirements for both wastewater and stormwater
• Managing small construction projects with CSI specs and design drawings

*Salary is negotiable within the established range and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit, www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Apply by 8/20/25