Water Resources Engineer

About the role

The Water Resources Engineer performs professional-level engineering work across all aspects of the Water Resources Engineering Department. This includes staff supervision, planning, surveying, capital project management, project design, construction monitoring, encroachments, right-of-way management, water quality programs, and hydrography functions. The role supports continued development of departmental data management systems and collaborates with other departments (e.g., operations, maintenance, hydro, and parks) as needed to ensure reliable, efficient, and compliant water resource operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering studies and manage capital projects for the District’s water conveyance infrastructure, including budget preparation/monitoring, staff/consultant/vendor supervision, permitting, contract/agreement acquisition, and construction oversight.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations, designs, and preparation of contract bid packages (plans and specifications).
• Oversee water quality programs and assist in developing new initiatives to meet local, state, and federal regulations.
• Lead ongoing development and integration of the MID Electronic Document Management System (EDMS), incorporating water delivery databases, SCADA, GIS, water records, and other custom systems.
• Collaborate with state/local governments, developers, and growers on public/private projects to mitigate impacts to the District’s water conveyance system per Board policy and District practices.
• Support development and execution of strategic plans, policies, and annual department budgets. Engage regularly with a wide range of stakeholders, including District growers, management, staff, and local/state/federal agencies.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a closely related field.
• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of responsible professional experience in design, project management, and construction management, preferably focused on water resources.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with District Management, staff, constituents, consultants, contractors, government representatives, and the public.

Skills and Abilities

• Communicate effectively with outside agencies and the general public, both orally and in writing.
• Multitask and meet multiple concurrent deadlines while managing comprehensive work products.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment with minimal supervision.
• Perform complex technical and administrative duties, initiate detailed work independently, and assemble/prepare accurate reports.
• Interpret and apply complex regulations.
• Supervise, train, and coordinate staff and consultants effectively.

Knowledge

• Civil engineering principles and practices related to water conveyance infrastructure design and hydraulics.
• Project initiation, CEQA requirements, design, and construction management.
• Surveying principles, topographic/mapping surveys, and related equipment/technology.
• Bid specification principles, contracting processes, and applicable laws.
• Research, analysis, and technical report preparation methodologies.
• Subdivision Map Act (desired).
• Water quality program management and regulatory compliance.

Special Requirements

• Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
• File a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) in compliance with Government Code Section 8100.
• Complete required Ethics training (2 hours every 2 years per AB 1234) and Sexual Harassment prevention training (2 hours every 2 years per AB 1825).
• Possess a valid California Class C Driver License and maintain insurability under the District’s vehicle insurance program.
• Abide by all District policies, guidelines, and rules.