Engineer I/II - Department of Transportation

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About the Department

The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of the City. We comprise a team of more than 500 people ready to serve the needs of our residents to improve the efficiency and safety of San José streets. We are an energetic and innovative team that is improving transportation in the nation’s 12th largest city, while focusing on safety, sustainability, and active public life! For more information about DOT, visit www.sanjoseca.gov/transportation .

Position Duties

The Department of Transportation is currently seeking to fill 1 vacancy for the Engineer I/II position on the Pavement/Bridge/ADA Curb Ramps Engineering & Management . This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in the future in other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Please visit the following links to read about the positions and duties for all divisions and sections:

• Safety, Operations, and Parking
• Planning and Project Delivery
• Infrastructure Maintenance

For additional information regarding the Engineer I/II classification, please visit the class specification.
The total salary range for the Engineer I/II classification is $48.37 to $69.43 hourly or $100,616.88 to $144,406.08 annually. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

Infrastructure Maintenance (IM) Division - Pavement/ADA Curb Ramps/Bridge Engineering
Pavement/Bridge/ADA Curb Ramps Engineering plays a critical role in the maintenance and rehabilitation of approximately 2,500 (30-ft equivalent) miles of pavement, overseeing the maintenance of approximately 250 bridges, and over 29,000 ADA curb ramps citywide. The Engineer I/II position for the Pavement Engineering group is responsible for delivering the City’s annual pavement maintenance projects with an annual budget of over $90 million per year. This position reports directly to an Associate Engineer and supervises Engineering Technicians and interns.

Key duties include, but are not limited to:

• Manage multiple projects from planning to design, procurement, construction, and project close-out for pavement and ADA curb ramp projects.
  

• Coordinate with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient project delivery.
  

• Engage with the public to address inquiries, concerns, and issues in a timely and professional manner.
  

• Assist in planning annual pavement and ADA curb ramp projects through providing field quantifications, data collection and verification, desk reviews, and coordination with various stakeholders.
  

• Develop project plans, specifications, and estimates for both pavement and ADA curb ramp projects.
  

• Develop short-term and long-term workplans for both pavement and ADA curb ramp maintenance programs.
  

• Provide input and assistance in implementing new and innovative pavement/ADA curb ramp maintenance strategies (e.g., new processes, asset management strategies).
  

• Ensure accurate documentation of bridge conditions, inspection reports, and maintenance records to support regulatory requirements.
  

• Assist in bridge-related emergency response efforts, including damage assessments and coordinating repair plans.
  

• Oversee inspections, repairs, and rehabilitation projects for City-owned bridges to ensure safety and longevity.
  

• Supervise and mentor engineering technicians and interns.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Engineer I

• Education: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the required professional engineering designation or possession of an Engineering-In-Training (EIT) certificate. Professional engineering designation will be specified in the position announcement.

Engineer II

• Education: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the required professional engineering designation or possession of an Engineering-In-Training (EIT) certificate AND
• Experience: One (1) year of increasingly responsible professional engineering experience reviewing and preparing plans, estimates, and specifications.

Acceptable Substitution

• Certificate of successful completion of the Engineer-In-Training examination issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists may be substituted for the required education.

Required Licensing (such as driver’s license, certifications, etc.)

• Possession of a valid State of California driver’s license may be required.

Possession of a Certificate of Registration in the required engineering discipline is desirable.

Other Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the most desirable combination of training, skills, and experience, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

• Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
• Constructive Energies - A demonstration of energy and drive that comes from within, and a willingness to approach all aspects of work with a generally positive attitude; possessing the inclination to take appropriate action rather than waiting to be told what to do; examples of Constructive Energies include but are not limited to: enthusiasm, honesty, integrity, empathy, dedication, reliable, proactive, respectful, confidence, ethical, and a willingness to help others
• Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.
• Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
• Planning - Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives.
• Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.
• Project Management - Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.
• Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

Additional Information:

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses. Please be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application.

The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans. Please visit the City's benefits pagefor detailed information on coverage, cost, and dependent coverage.

For information on the City’s Retirement Plan(pension for full-time employees), please visit the Office of Retirement Services website. You will be able to view information based on different Sworn/Federated job classification.

In additional to the benefits above, there is an additional perks siteto explore further benefits of working for the City of San Jose like paid leave, educational reimbursements, and holiday pay are specific to the job classification and union membership.

Closing Date/Time: 4/9/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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