Associate/Assistant Engineer at Golden State Water Company

Golden State Water Company is one of the largest investor-owned water utilities in the United States.  We deliver quality, reliable water to more than 1 million people in over 80 communities throughout California.  Golden State Water has been in business for more than 90 years because we put customers first.

THIS POSTING IS FOR ONE OPEN POSITION WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR  ASSOCIATE ENGINEER or ASSISTANT ENGINEER.  POSITION OFFERED WILL DEPEND ON  THE CANDIDATE’S QUALIFICATIONS.

 Position Definition for Associate Engineer

The Engineering Design Center of Golden State Water Company (GSWC) is responsible for plans and specifications for all water supply, pumping plant, water storage facilities, and water distribution projects. These projects may include pipeline projects, pressure regulating valves, booster pump stations, groundwater well equipping, water storage reservoirs, treatment systems, site grading and drainage plans, and specification writing. The Associate Engineer position will be part of a design team that is responsible for multiple design projects and is accountable to the Senior Engineer in responsible charge.

Position Definition for Assistant Engineer:

The Engineering Design Center of Golden State Water Company (GSWC) is responsible for the design of all water supply and water distribution projects.  These projects may include pipeline projects, booster pump stations, wells, reservoirs, treatment systems, site grading and specification writing. The Assistant Engineer position is part of a design team that is responsible for multiple design projects and is accountable to the Senior Civil Engineer in responsible charge.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities for Associate Engineer:

• Perform utility research for capital improvement projects
• Prepare base maps for potable water supply and distribution projects utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D software
• Prepare cost estimates and cost-benefit analyses for water supply, treatment and distribution projects
• Prepare RFPs for water supply and distribution projects and manage consultants
• Develop and complete studies, preliminary design reports, evaluations and operations memos for water supply and distribution projects with limited supervision
• Complete preliminary and final designs for capital projects in water supply, treatment and distribution under direct supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer
• Perform hydraulic analyses utilizing the hydraulic model
• Performs other duties as assigned

Essential Duties and Responsibilities for Assistant Engineer:

• Performs utility research for capital improvement projects
• Prepares base maps for potable water supply and distribution projects utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D software
• Prepares cost estimates and cost-benefit analyses for water supply, treatment, and distribution projects
• Prepares RFPs for water supply and distribution projects and manages consultants
• Develops and completes studies, preliminary design reports, evaluations, and operations memos for water supply and distribution projects
• Completes preliminary and final designs (under direct supervision of a Professional Engineer) for all capital and new business projects in water supply, treatment and distribution  
• Uses hydraulic model for performing hydraulic analyses
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications for Associate Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering from an accredited college required
• Possession of a valid Engineer-in-training certification required
• Two years of work experience in an engineering design or related environment
• Knowledge and experience in water infrastructure design using computer-aided design software (AutoCAD) preferred
• Knowledge and experience in geographic information systems (GIS) preferred
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Minimum Qualifications Assistant Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering from an accredited college or university required
• Knowledge and experience in water infrastructure design using computer-aided design software (e.g. AutoCAD) required
• Knowledge and experience in geographic information systems (GIS) preferred
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Experience in an engineering design or related environment a plus; participates in continued learning and working towards obtaining the EIT certificate and eventually a Professional Engineering license
• Technical Knowledge and Competency Requirements
• Computer:  Basic knowledge and skill in computer-aided design software (AutoCAD/Civil 3D by Autodesk), GIS (ArcGIS by ESRI), hydraulic modeling software (InfoWater by Innovyze) and familiar with web-based learning, Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint and other applicable software
• Communication:  Good communication skills via telephone, e-mails, technical writing, meetings and presentation are essential
• Engineering:  Knowledge in engineering principles and design
• Customer focus:  Provide timely and quality products that meet the expectations of internal and external customers
• Time Management:  Ability to prioritize and plan based on projected workload to meet project schedule

BENEFITS

Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow.  Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents.  We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year.  To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan.  Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws.    Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.

The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.