Engineer I/II/III (Department of Public Works) Salary $67,392.00 - $130,728.00 Annually
Location: Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-16907/16908/16909DPW-01
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: February 28, 2026
Closing Date: Continuous
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The Job
The County of San Bernardino Wants You to Join Our Team!
Recruitment Bonus - Newly hired employees (Engineer II & III) from this recruitment may be eligible to receive bonus payments up to $2,000 ($1000 upon hire and $1000 upon completion of 2080 service hours.)
Referral Bonus - Current employees in a regular position who refer a qualified candidate for this recruitment may be eligible to receive bonus payments up to $750 per referral ($250 upon hire, $500 upon new employee completing 2,080 hours)
About the Position
The San Bernardino County Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking dynamic and detail-oriented Engineers I/II/III to join our team and play a vital role in delivering infrastructure solutions that enhance safety, sustainability, and quality of life for our communities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact public works projects across the largest geographic county in the contiguous United States.
At DPW, we cultivate a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, professional development is supported, and your ideas can make a real difference. Whether you're just starting your engineering career or looking to advance to more complex work, we have opportunities that match your skills and ambitions.
Under the Guidance of Experienced Supervisors and Engineering Managers
Engineers at DPW perform a broad range of duties related to the planning, design, and review of public infrastructure. From roads and bridges to flood control systems and traffic safety enhancements, you'll be directly involved in work that shapes our region.
Engineer I/II/III is a flexibly staffed series. Placement is based on qualifications and experience, with clear promotional opportunities as your career progresses.
Key Responsibilities
Initial Appointment/Advancement
Employment within the County offers Engineers excellent opportunities for advancement within the series as well as advancement into leadership roles. Engineers are hired at the levels listed below, and advance within the series, according to their qualifications. Incumbents may advance within the series upon meeting qualifications for the higher levels and receiving a satisfactory work progress report. Employees may attain regular status at each level upon satisfactory completion of a probationary period.
Areas of Opportunity
Openings are available across several Public Works divisions:
Transportation Planning
Prepare project scopes and cost estimates, coordinate with agencies, assist with budgets, maintain records, and review plans and proposals.
Assist with the in-house and consultant-led design of road and bridge projects. Contribute to plan preparation, construction support, and design reviews.
Conduct traffic data analysis, design traffic control devices, and enhance roadway safety through engineering solutions.
Transportation Design
Assist with the in-house and consultant-led design of road and bridge projects. Contribute to plan preparation, construction support, and design reviews.
Traffic Engineering
Conduct traffic data analysis, design traffic control devices, and enhance roadway safety through engineering solutions.
Why Choose San Bernardino County DPW?
Make an Impact: Be part of meaningful projects that serve over 2 million residents.
Supportive Team Culture: Collaborate with knowledgeable professionals who are passionate about public service.
Career Growth: Access a well-defined career ladder, ongoing training, and promotional opportunities.
Great Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, generous retirement plans, paid time off, flexible schedules, and comprehensive health benefits.
Summary of Benefits
Refer to the attached Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)
Conditions of Employment
Sponsorship
Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet ONE of the following education requirements along with the corresponding experience and certification/license requirements for each level:
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT OPTION 1: If applicant possesses a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field, then they must meet the following experience and certification/license requirements:
AND
Experience
Certification/License
Engineer I
No experience is required.
No certification or license is required.
Engineer II
One (1) year of professional experience working as a civil engineer or a closely related field of engineering.
Possession of Engineer-in-Training (EIT) -OR- Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) certification.
Engineer III
Two (2) years of professional experience working as a civil engineer or a closely related field of engineering.
Possession of Professional Engineer (PE) license in Civil Engineering with the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT OPTION 2: If applicant possesses Forty-Five semester units (68 quarter units) in Civil Engineering or a closely related field, of which 35 units must be upper division, then they must meet the following experience and certification/license requirements:
AND
Experience
Certification/License
Engineer I
Two (2) years of professional experience working as a civil engineer or a closely related field of engineering.
No certification or license is required.
Engineer II
Three (3) years of professional experience working as a civil engineer or a closely related field of engineering.
Possession of Engineer-in-Training (EIT) -OR- Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) certification.
Engineer III
Four (4) years of professional experience working as a civil engineer or a closely related field of engineering.
Possession of Professional Engineer (PE) license in Civil Engineering with the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs.
Experience Substitution
Every four (4) years of experience as an Engineering Technician IV or higher with San Bernardino County may be treated as equivalent to one (1) year of the required engineering experience.
Education Substitution
Possession of Engineer-in-Training (EIT) -OR- Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) certification may substitute the upper division requirement.
Desired Qualifications
A Bachelors degree from an ABET accredited school in Civil Engineering is highly desirable.
Selection Process
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Applications will be accepted until further notice; recruitment may close at any time once sufficient applications are received. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
Applicant Information and the County Employment Process
Please refer to the attached Guide to Completing a County Job Application
Professional Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits for more information.
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.
Retirement benefits subject to change.