Full-time
Certification Rule: Rule of 5
Exam Type: Class Based Test
Work Hours: Regular
Job Code and Title: 5207-Associate Engineer
Fill Type: Permanent Civil Service
Eligible List Type: Combined Promotive and Entrance
Company Description
THIS IS A CITYWIDE EXAM
San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.
Application Instructions
Use your
personal email
—school and work emails may become inaccessible.
Ensure you list your
PE licenses
in the application.
We review your application,
NOT
your resume—complete it fully and highlight your relevant experience.
Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification.
If interested in other specialties, apply separately for each.
Application Opens:
March 7, 2025
Application Filing Deadline:
5:00 PM on March 21, 2025
Job Description
Under general direction, the Associate Engineer performs professional engineering work in the field and office and supervises the work of junior and assistant engineers, technicians, inspectors, surveyors and other related personnel engaged in engineering projects.
The essential functions of the Associate Engineer class may vary depending on assignment and include:
Preparing engineering designs, drawings and specifications.
Preparing cost and quantity estimates for necessary labor, materials and equipment associated with construction, contractors, suppliers, installation, repair, restoration and maintenance.
Providing engineering support to operations staff.
Reviewing existing conditions and conducting studies of processes by identifying, obtaining and analyzing samples and data.
Analyzing and resolving problems to ensure compliance with regulatory and performance standards and specifications.
Supervising the preparation of detailed engineering drawings, specifications and calculations.
Assigning and reviewing the work of subordinate staff and consultants.
Determining resources necessary to complete assigned work.
Reviewing plans, permit applications and specifications developed by staff, consultants and contractors.
Verifying quantities, dimensions, safety requirements, and quality of work for engineering projects.
Preparing and supervising the preparation of a wide variety of technical engineering reports and other documentation.
Interviewing, selecting, training, monitoring, evaluating and counseling staff.
Preparing a variety of bid documents.
Reviewing and analyzing bids.
Conducting meetings and making presentations.
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
1. Three (3) years of verifiable professional engineering experience of which two (2) years of professional experience equivalent to the City & County of San Francisco Class
5203 Assistant Civil Engineer
or higher;
AND
2. Possession of a current Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering.
(Please indicate your PE license number and expiration dates in Education Section)
Working Conditions
Some positions may require specific lifting up to 50 pounds; climbing ladders; working in high places and confined spaces; exposure to various weather conditions and outdoors; bending, sitting, and walking for extended periods of time and over uneven surfaces. Positions in this class may also be required to work specific schedules which may include weekends, holidays, part time, nights, and/or overtime.
Verification
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point in the application, examination and/or departmental selection process.
Note:
Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.
SELECTION PROCEDURES
After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:
Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire with Training and Experience Evaluation (100%):
Candidates will be prompted to complete a Supplemental Questionnaire as part of the online employment application at a later time. This Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications for this position.
Additional Information
Eligible List/Score Report:
A confidential eligible list of applicant names that have passed the civil service examination process will be created and used for certification purposes only. An examination score report will be established, so applicants can view the ranks, final scores, and number of eligible candidates.
Certification:
The certification rule for the eligible list resulting from this examination will be Rule of 5 Scores.
Please note:
This Citywide recruitment and its resulting eligible list score report may be used to fill positions in various City departments.
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their , , , , , , ancestry, physical , mental , medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, , gender, gender , gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
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