Structures Design Engineer
- Department of Water Resources
- Sacramento, CA, USA
Job Description
Structures Design Engineer
Organization: Department of Water REsources Date Posted: 9/9/2019 Date Needed: 10/1/2019 City: Sacramento Location: California Country: United States Primary Category: Engineering - Design Type of Position: Full-Time Education Requirement: Bachelor's Experience Requirement: 1-2 years
Description & Details
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is currently advertising a vacancy for a Structures Design Engineer. Under the direction of a Senior Engineer, Water Resources, the structures design engineer performs structural analysis, design, and preparation of plans and specifications for a variety of projects including buildings, bridges, spillways, hydraulic structures, radial gates, intakes and miscellaneous water-related facilities, as well as design of modifications to existing facilities. Additional duties include performing engineering studies and analyses of existing and proposed facilities, site inspections, and engineering support for projects under construction. We are seeking individuals with a strong background of relevant civil engineering work experience with an emphasis in concrete and steel design; working knowledge of modern computer-based structural analysis applications and MicroStation or other Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software; and strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates must possess the ability to work in a team environment; maintain regular, consistent attendance; identify and prioritize work; execute tasks independently with minimal supervision; exercise good judgment; and have experience with Microsoft Office suite.
Special Requirements: Must possess a valid California Driver’s License.
How to Apply / Contact
How to apply:
Please click on the Job Posting link below to apply for this position. You will also be required to take and pass the Engineer, Water Resources state exam before a job offer can be extended. Candidates interested in learning more about the job vacancy and the State examination process should refer to the links below and the DWR contact person. Please reference SAP Position Number 50032296 and Job Control Number JC-170942 in the Explanations section of your application.
Contact: If you have any questions about this position, or are interested in learning more about the State examination process, please contact Debbie Pearson at Deborah.Pearson@water.ca.gov or (916) 653-7368.
Department of Water Resources JOB Posting Link:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=170942
Examination Link:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=4PBD2
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Mission
To sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.
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About
Established in 1956 by the California State Legislature, DWR protects, conserves, develops, and manages much of California's water supply. This includes the State Water Project (SWP), the nation’s largest state-built water conveyance program.
The SWP supplies water to an almost 27 million Californians and 750,000 acres of farmland. It spans more than 700 miles from Northern California to Southern California and includes 34 storage facilities, 20 pumping plants, 5 hydroelectric power plants, 4 pumping-generating plants, and approximately 700 miles of canals, tunnels, and pipelines. In addition to supplying high-quality water for California’s cities, industries, and farms, the SWP also provides flood control, hydroelectric power generation, recreational opportunities, and ecosystem enhancements to protect fish and wildlife habitat.
Sustainability is our priority. We strive to meet the water needs of today and those of the future, while protecting and enhancing the environment. This balancing act is an enduring challenge and commitment. We work with many federal, State, and local partners to protect and restore the critically important Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta in a way that also ensures long-term water supply reliability for the state.
DWR's major responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the statewide process of developing and updating the California Water Plan (Bulletin 160 series)
- Planning, designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining the SWP
- Protecting and restoring the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta
- Regulating dams, providing flood protection, and assisting in emergency management
- Working to preserve the natural environment and wildlife
- Educating the public about the importance of water, water conservation, and water safety
- Providing grants and technical assistance to service local water needs
- Collecting, analyzing, and reporting data in support of our mission to manage and protect California’s water resources
Safety
We believe our employees and others have a right to a safe work environment and that all incidents are preventable. Safety is one of our core values and we are committed to our employees, contractors, cooperating agencies, and the visiting public to preventing occupational injuries and illnesses.
The Department will strive to continually improve safety through engagement from all organizational levels and continue to be a leader in employee safety. Active employee participation in the Department safety process is fundamental to improving workplace safety, key to successful implementation of the Department’s Safety System, and strongly encouraged.