| Location | Redding, CA |
| Salary | $76,032–$144,072 Per Year |
Junior/Assistant/Associate Engineer
Salary
$76,032.00 - $144,072.00 Annually
Location
Redding, 96007, 96073, 96003, 96002, 96001, CA
Job Type
Full-Time Regular
Job Number
217-223-216_PW_102126
Department
Public Works Department
Opening Date
10/26/2026
Closing Date
11/16/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
THE CURRENT VACANCY IS IN THE SHASTA COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
ORAL EXAM IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 2026
SEE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION REGARDING
POSSESSION OF A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE
RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS REQUIRED
FINAL FILING DATE: NOVEMBER 16, 2026, AT 5:00 PM
SALARY INFORMATION
Junior Engineer: $6,336 - $8,087 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY / $36.55 - $46.66 APPROXIMATE HOURLY
Assistant Engineer: $7,123 - $9,091 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY / $41.09 - $52.45 APPROXIMATE HOURLY
Associate Engineer: $9,407 - $12,006 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY / $54.27 - $69.27 APPROXIMATE HOURLY
This position is in the UPEC - Professional bargaining unit. Please refer to the applicable bargaining unit labor agreement (Memorandum of Understanding) for potential future salary increases: Shasta County Labor Agreements
The salary range consists of six (6) salary steps, with approximately 5% between each step. Newly hired employees are appointed at Step A of the assigned salary range. Employees are eligible for a merit-based salary increase from Step A to Step B after six months of satisfactory service. Thereafter, employees may be eligible for annual merit-based step increases, beginning one year from the Step B effective date, until they reach the top step of the salary range.
ABOUT SHASTA COUNTY
Shasta County offers all the amenities of the big city while retaining a comfortable small-town atmosphere. With its natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent educational system, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Shasta County is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The Public Works Department is responsible for construction and maintenance of County facilities, including buildings, roads, bridges, and airports; and for managing permanent road divisions to provide maintenance of private roads on behalf of the citizens in those districts. The department employs engineers and technicians who prepare construction plans as well as supervise construction of these facilities. The responsibilities of County Surveyor, Road Commissioner and Chief Engineer of the Water Agency are administered by the department. The department reviews land development maps and improvement plans as well as survey mapping for compliance with the Subdivision Map Act and County Development Standards. Administration of the Countys solid waste management functions including waste collection and ownership of an active landfill are the responsibility of the department. The County water agency is managed by the department. In addition, the Public Works Department oversees the operation and maintenance of several County service areas. These service areas include both water and sewer districts along with road, lighting, and flood maintenance districts. The department is responsible for Flood Plain Administration.
The Roads Division of the Public Works Department is responsible for maintaining about 1,200 miles of County roadways and associated structures. The budget unit for Roads is funded solely from federal and state sources.
The Facilities Management Division of Public Works provides for the maintenance, repair, and minor renovation of County buildings, parks, and grounds. In addition, the division also provides maintenance, custodial, and landscape services.
Fleet Management is responsible for maintaining and repairing a fleet of more than 375 County vehicles. Additionally, Fleet Management works closely with the Purchasing Unit within the Department of Support Services on buying new and replacement vehicles for the fleet. The County has a vehicle replacement program designed to keep the fleet modern and in safe working condition.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Junior Engineer: Under supervision, to learn to perform professional field and office engineering work in connection with the design and construction of roads, bridges, drainage and other public works facilities; to review and recommend conditions on various land use activities; and to do other work as required.
Assistant Engineer: Under general supervision, to perform professional field and office engineering work in connection with the design and construction of roads, bridges, drainage, and other public works facilities; to serve as resident engineer on construction projects; to perform engineering review and place conditions on various land use maps and improvement plans; and to do other related work as required.
Associate Engineer: Under direction, to perform professional field and office engineering work in connection with the design and construction of roads, bridges, drainage, and other public works facilities; to perform engineering review and place conditions on various land use maps and plans; to serve as resident engineer on construction projects; and to perform other related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Junior Engineer: This is the entry-level class in the professional engineering series. Incumbents are expected to develop a variety of engineering skills and abilities and are gradually given more responsible assignments required for promotion to the next higher class of Assistant Engineer.
Assistant Engineer: This is the first working level in the professional engineering series. It differs from the Associate Engineer in that it does not require registration and is assigned work on projects for which relatively standardized methods exist.
Associate Engineer: This is the second working level in the professional engineering series. This class differs from the Assistant Engineer in that it requires registration and is in charge of the most difficult engineering projects.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Junior Engineer: Assists in preparing plans and specifications for the construction, alteration and maintenance of a wide variety of civil engineering facilities, including roads, drainage, bridges and buildings; assists in designing road improvements and prepares plans, profiles, cross-sections and other details, including quantity estimates; may act as resident inspector on minor construction projects; does responsible technical research and prepares reports; inspects construction work in progress for adherence to specifications; assists in preparation of progress payments, contract change orders, progress reports and other related documents; assists in reviewing and conditioning various maps and plans concerning land use activities; does other engineering work in a trainee and learning capacity, including working with subprofessional engineers.
Assistant Engineer: Prepares engineering designs on facilities and structures for roads, drainage, bridges, buildings, and other public works projects; designs road improvements and prepares plans, profiles, cross sections, and other details, quantity estimates, and horizontal and vertical alignments in curve computations; acts as resident engineer on construction projects; inspects construction projects in progress to secure compliance with plans and specifications; compiles project records, prepares progress reports, expenditure reports, contract change orders, progress pay estimates, and final project reports; does responsible technical research; performs engineering review and places conditions on records of surveys, parcel and subdivision maps, and use permits and other land use documents and plans; may supervise lower level engineering staff on assigned projects.
Associate Engineer: Prepares plans and specifications for the construction, alteration and maintenance of a wide variety of civil engineering facilities including roads, drainage, bridges and buildings; designs road improvements and prepares plans, profiles, cross-sections and other details, quantity estimates; acts as resident engineer on complex construction projects; inspects major construction projects in progress to secure compliance with plans and specifications; reviews plans prepared by private consultants to ensure their conformance with engineering principles and County requirements; reviews records of surveys, parcel and subdivision maps and use permits and other land use documents for approval of conditions; compiles project records, prepares progress reports, expenditure reports, contract change orders, progress pay estimates, and final project reports; does responsible technical research; may supervise lower level engineering staff and act for the section head.
QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience sufficient to directly demonstrate possession and application of the following:
Junior Engineer:
Knowledge of: Basic principles of physics, chemistry and mathematics as applied to civil engineering; surveying, graphic statics, stress analysis and mechanics; strength, properties and uses of engineering construction and maintenance materials.
Ability to: Learn the principles and methods in the design and construction of public works facilities such as roads, bridges, drainage and other facilities; make accurate mathematical computations and engineering notes; analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; work cooperatively with those contacted in the course of work; review and interpret land use maps and plans.
Assistant Engineer:
Knowledge of: Principles, practices, and methods of civil engineering as applied to the planning, designing, and construction of complex roads, bridges, drainage, and other public works structures; modern standards of alignment and grade of roads; design principles, the strengths of materials, and the stress analysis in planning roads and structures; hydraulics and structural design of roads, bridges, drainages, or other projects.
Ability to: Design engineering plans and prepare specifications for roads, bridges, drainage, and other public works facilities; conduct technical engineering project planning work, make detailed analyses, and prepare reports; review engineering plans and specifications for public works facilities prepared by others; review land use maps and advise builders on construction requirements; inspect construction projects for adherence to contracts and specifications.
Associate Engineer:
Knowledge of: Principles, practices and methods of civil engineering and land surveying as applied to the planning, designing and construction of complex roads, bridges, drainage and other public works structures; modern standards of alignment and grade of roads; design principles, the strength of materials and the stress analysis required in planning roads and bridges; hydraulics and structural design of roads, bridges, drainage or other projects.
Ability to: Design complex engineering plans and prepare specifications for roads, bridges, drainage and other public works facilities; conduct technical engineering project planning work, make detailed analysis and prepare reports; review engineering plans and specifications for public works facilities prepared by others; conduct surveys and prepare maps, legal descriptions, and other land survey documents; inspect major construction projects for adherence to contracts and specifications.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below.
Junior Engineer:
A bachelors degree in civil engineering, land surveying, or closely related field from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or university.
A valid certificate as an Engineer in Training issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists may be substituted for the specified education.
Assistant Engineer:
A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, land surveying, or closely related field from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or university AND one (1) year of professional civil engineering or land surveying experience.
A valid certificate as an Engineer in Training issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists may be substituted for the specified education.
Possession of a master's degree in civil engineering may be substituted for the one (1) year of required experience.
Associate Engineer:
EITHER
A bachelor's degree in engineering AND two (2) years of professional civil engineering, land surveying, or mechanical engineering experience.
OR
A master's degree in engineering and one (1) year of professional civil engineering, land surveying, or mechanical engineering experience.
OR
Six (6) years of qualifying experience in engineering.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Junior/Assistant/Associate Engineer:
Possession of a valid California driver's license.
Associate Engineer:
Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a professional civil engineer, professional land surveyor, or professional mechanical engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
Responses to the following must be submitted with a completed application.
Do you possess a bachelors degree in civil engineering, land surveying, or a closely related field from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or university? Yes / No If "Yes," please indicate the type of degree you received and the college you received it from. If "No," type N/A.
Do you possess a valid certificate as an Engineer in Training issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists? Yes / No If "Yes," please provide your certificate number and expiration date, and attach a copy of your certificate to your application. If "No," type N/A.
Do you possess a master's degree in civil engineering? Yes / No If "Yes," please indicate the type of degree you received and the college you received it from. If "No," type N/A.
Please select the amount of work experience you have performing professional civil engineering or land surveying duties:
No experience
Less than 1 year
1 - 2 years
2 - 3 years
3 or more years
Please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties of your work experience listed above. If none, type N/A.
Please select the amount of work experience you have performing mechanical engineering duties:
No experience
Less than 1 year
1 - 2 years
2 - 3 years
3 or more years
Please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties of your work experience listed above. If none, type N/A.
Do you possess six (6) years of qualifying experience in engineering. Yes / No If "Yes," please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties. If "No," type N/A.
Do you possess a valid certificate of registration as a professional civil engineer, professional land surveyor, or professional mechanical engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists? Yes / No If "Yes," please provide your certificate number and expiration date, and attach a copy of your certificate to your application. If "No," type N/A.
I acknowledge this position requires a valid California drivers license. Yes / No
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURES
Shasta County Personnel will accept applications and responses to the supplemental questions until 5:00 p.m., on November 16, 2026.
A resume and/or cover letter will be accepted in addition to the application but will not serve as a substitute for a completed application. It is not acceptable to complete the application with statements such as "Refer to resume and/or cover letter," or "See attached resume and/or cover letter." The application must be completed in its entirety prior to submission. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Closing date postmarks or faxes will not be accepted. This recruitment will establish a list that may or may not be used by other departments. Prior applicants must reapply to be considered.
Applicants will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion in the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination thereof.
Veterans Credit: Veterans (as defined by California Government Code section 18973) who have been discharged from military service under conditions other than dishonorable and who receive a passing score on all components of the employment examinations (up to and including oral examinations) shall receive credit for an additional five points to be added to their final examination score. To be considered for this credit, a veteran must provide a copy of his or her discharge document (DD-214 or equivalent) and information as to the type of discharge (honorable, dishonorable, etc.) with the employment application on or before the final filing date. Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.ShastaCountyCareers.com or submit an application to the Shasta County Personnel Office.
Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities. Requests for accommodations may be made to the Shasta County Personnel Office by the filing deadline posted on this bulletin. Shasta County does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you feel you are being denied service based on a disability, our ADA Coordinator may be reached at (530) 225-5515; relay service (800) 735-2922; fax (530) 225-5345.
Shasta County will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Shasta County is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting Fair Chance Act | CRD.
SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Shasta County Personnel
1450 Court Street, Suite 348; Redding, CA 96001; (530) 225-5515
NOTE: Various bargaining units may have benefits that alter from this general summary. This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to labor agreements (MOUs) for specific benefit information.
THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES
Holidays:
Vacation:
Note - accrued vacation leave may not be used until after three months of employment. For purposes of vacation accrual, a working day is no more than 8 hours.
Employees may elect to receive a payment for Vacation hours (in lieu of use) for up to eighty hours - in five whole hour increments - of accrued vacation. *Subject to criteria as outlined in section 13.9C in the UPEC-Professional MOU.
Sick Leave:
Note - sick leave may be used immediately as accrued. Accrued paid leave benefits are used in conjunction with FMLA/CFRA as appropriate.
Bereavement:
Health Plan:
Shasta County contracts with PERS for medical insurance.
Depending on the plan selected, the County pays mostof the employee premium, and contributes a portion of the dependent premium.
Contributions are made for a portion of a retirees insurance premium.
Dental Plan:
The County pays a portion of the employees and dependents premium for dental insurance. The employee pays the full premium during the first six months of coverage.
Vision Plan:
The County pays the employee premium and employees may enroll dependents at their own expense.
Life Insurance:
The County pays the premium for life insurance for most employees. The amount of coverage varies by bargaining unit. For UPEC-Professional employees the current coverage amount is $25,000.
Additional Life insurance is available to purchase through Aflac and The Standard.
Retirement:
The County is in the Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security.
Please review the specific MOU for stipulated retirement formulas.
Employees pay 8.5% of his or her salary, on a pre-tax basis for a period of time as specified in his or her labor contract, or Personnel Rules as appropriate. Members hired prior to 2013 may have a different contribution percentage.
Miscellaneous:
SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice.
Shasta County Personnel
1450 Court Street, Room 348
Redding, CA 96001-1676
(530) 225-5515
Comments, please email: schr@shastacounty.gov
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Do you possess a bachelors degree in civil engineering, land surveying, or a closely related field from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or university? If "Yes," please indicate the type of degree you received and the college you received it from. If "No," type N/A.
02
Do you possess a valid certificate as an Engineer in Training issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists? If "Yes," please provide your certificate number and expiration date, and attach a copy of your certificate to your application. If "No," type N/A.
03
Do you possess a master's degree in civil engineering? If "Yes," please indicate the type of degree you received and the college you received it from. If "No," type N/A.
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Please select the amount of work experience you have performing professional civil engineering or land surveying duties:
05
Please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties of your work experience listed above. If none, type N/A.
06
Please select the amount of work experience you have performing mechanical engineering duties:
07
Please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties of your work experience listed above. If none, type N/A.
08
Do you possess six (6) years of qualifying experience in engineering? If "Yes," please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties. If "No," type N/A.
09
Do you possess a valid certificate of registration as a professional civil engineer, professional land surveyor, or professional mechanical engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists? If "Yes," please provide your certificate number and expiration date, and attach a copy of your certificate to your application. If "No," type N/A.
10
I acknowledge this position requires a valid California drivers license.
Required Question
Employer County of Shasta
Address 1450 Court Street, Suite 348
Redding, California, 96001
Phone (530) 225-5515