Published date: December 1, 2025
Organization: City of Ventura Public Works
Job Category: Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
County/State: Ventura/California
City: Ventura
Salary and Benefits: See apply link and/or job flyer for additional details on salary and benefits.
Salary Range (DOQ):
- Assistant Engineer – $90,526.80 – $121,307.26 Annually DOQ
- Associate Engineer – $99,925.28 – $133,901.04 Annually DOQ
- Civil Engineer – $107,608.39 – $144,196.21 Annually DOQ
Summary Description:
The City of Ventura is seeking an energetic Engineer – Water/Wastewater to join the Public Works Department. In this role, you will support the planning, design, and delivery of capital improvement projects that maintain and enhance Ventura’s essential infrastructure. You will collaborate with engineers, consultants, and city staff, using tools such as Civil 3D, SharePoint, Trimble Unity Construct, and Workday to manage projects from design through construction.
Summary Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in water and wastewater infrastructure, varying from pump and lift stations, storage reservoirs, treatment plants and processes, water distribution and wastewater collection networks, pipelines (force and gravity mains), and pump/motor controls or SCADA systems, and will:
- Coordinate multiple projects effectively with strong technical and project management skills.
- Apply sound engineering judgment and problem-solving to deliver practical, sustainable solutions.
- Communicate clearly with colleagues, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public.
- Take initiative in planning, permitting, and coordinating projects across departments and with external stakeholders.
- Guide paraprofessional staff or consultants to ensure high-quality, accurate project deliverables.
- Use design and project management tools such as Civil 3D, SharePoint, Trimble Unity Construct, and Workday.
- Commit to professional growth by learning from senior engineers, pursuing licensure, and supporting Ventura’s mission of reliable and resilient public utilities.
Experience and Qualifications for Success!
A combination of training, education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor s degree in Civil, Structural, Traffic or Transportation Engineering, or a related field, and depending on assignment, qualifying experience as described below, in civil, traffic, construction, transportation engineering, water resource planning, or architectural/structural plans review or structural design are required, as follows:
Assistant Engineer: One year of professional engineering experience in the assigned area. A California Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate and two years of college may substitute for the Bachelor’s Degree. A California Engineering-in-Training certificate is highly desirable.
Associate Engineer: Three years of professional engineering experience in the assigned area, preferably with a public agency, OR two years of experience equivalent to that of an Assistant Engineer with the City of Ventura are required. A California Engineering-in-Training certificate is highly desirable.
Civil Engineer: Three years of professional engineering experience in the assigned area, preferably with a public agency. Registration as a California Civil Engineer is required at time of appointment.
License: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver’s license.
Assistant/Associate Engineer: A California “Engineer in Training” (EIT) certificate is highly desirable.
Civil Engineer: Registration as a California Civil Engineer is required at time of appointment.
About the Department
The Engineering Design Division of Ventura’s Public Works Department manages the planning, design, and delivery of the City’s Council-approved 5-year Capital Improvement Program. The division provides professional engineering services for projects that improve streets, water, wastewater, storm drains, public buildings, and parks. The department has been APWA-accredited since 2014 and utilizes innovative project management tools, including Trimble Unity Construct and Workday, to ensure efficiency and quality in all public works projects.
For full description/candidate qualification requirements, see link below.
Link to Apply: https://cityofventura.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CityofVentura/job/Ventura-CA/Assistant-Civil-Engineer—Water–Public-Works-_R25-200
Closing Date: Continuous