Senior Engineer

THE POSITION

Central San, a progressive public utility, is seeking a Senior Engineer for its Operations Optimization Division. This position will supervise and actively participate in complex engineering efforts related to planning, design, and construction. The role also provides leadership in the supervision and execution of optimization initiatives targeting process improvements, engineering efficiencies, and administrative streamlining. In addition, the Senior Engineer will oversee the Asset Management Program, including lifecycle planning, risk-based prioritization, and integration of asset data systems to support data-driven decision making. The position includes responsibility for providing leadership, direction, and supervision to a multidisciplinary team of professional and technical staff.

Assignments are general and of a continuing nature, requiring the exercise of independent judgment and initiative in scheduling, assigning, and coordinating work. The Senior Engineer is responsible for overseeing and supervising multidisciplinary programs and projects involving cross-functional teams in the organization. Incumbents are expected to perform the most complex professional engineering work requiring a substantial level of professional training and experience, and to supervise other professional-level staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil, mechanical, or chemical engineering, or a closely related field. A Master’s degree in engineering is desirable.

Experience:

Two years of full-time experience comparable to that of an Associate Engineer in the District including one year of experience in supervising professional, technical, and/or trade personnel.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer issued by the State of California in civil, mechanical, or chemical engineering.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applicants interested in applying for this position must submit a completed District application and supplemental questionnaire available on-line at www.centralsan.org. A resume may be attached but is not a substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire. Responses such as "See resume" will not be considered.

The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process. Human Resources shall determine the examination steps to be used for this recruitment. The steps may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, practical examination, application screening, and/or oral board examination. One or more of these steps may be used and in any order. At the end of the testing process, candidates passing all of the examination steps will have their names placed on an eligibility list. The list is valid for six months and may be extended up to an additional six months at the request of the hiring department. The list may be used to fill future vacancies in this classification.

Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the examination process. All applicants will be notified of the results of the review process.

Successful candidates not currently employed in regular status by the District must pass a pre-employment physical to be considered for appointment.