| Location | Santa Clara, CA |
| Salary | $162,104.80–$197,545.92 Per Year |
Senior Civil Engineer
Salary
$162,104.80 - $197,545.92 Annually
Location
Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
26-L14-B
Department
County-Wide Recruitment
Opening Date
10/28/2026
Closing Date
11/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit
14
Description
Under direction, to have charge of varied and difficult engineering work involving the supervision of professional engineers and others engaged in a variety of engineering activities, such as the planning and design of roads and bridges, special studies or services, and other public works projects.
Typical Tasks
Supervises and participates in the preparation of survey designs and plans for projects such as roads, bridges and other public works;
Assists in direction of a number of field survey crews in obtaining engineering data needed for design work;
Directs the activities of a group of office engineering personnel in analyzing field data, preparing instruments and quantities of materials to be moved, and in preparing plans, profiles, maps and related drawings necessary for construction work;
Makes or reviews stress analyses of structures such as bridges;
Supervises the preparation of structural drawings;
Prepares specifications and related documents used in advertising construction projects for bids;
Provides technical information to officials of other governmental jurisdictions, other engineers, and the public;
Works with utilities and land and water companies in matters of relocation and rights-of-way; directs legal assistance in the preparation of resolutions, agreements and other legal documents;
Conducts special studies, such as the determination of future needs;
Performs related work as required.
Employment Standards
Training and experience equivalent to graduation from college with major work in civil engineering or a related field and five years of responsible experience in civil engineering, including experience in a capacity affording opportunity to demonstrate supervisory ability.
Registration as a civil engineer in the State of California at the time of appointment.
Knowledge of:
The methods of making highway surveys and of establishing highway locations;
Methods, materials and equipment used in highway and flood control construction;
Principles and practices of structural engineering as applied to the design and construction of bridges and other structures;
Federal and state design and construction standards;
Principles of supervision and training.
Ability to:
Plan, direct and supervise the work of others;
Analyze engineering problems and work out effective solutions;
Make accurate engineering computations;
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more here.
The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the Memorandum of Understanding/Agreement with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.
In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.
Retirement Benefits
The County offers robust retirement plans including a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the CalPERS pension plan. In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.
Health Flexible Spending Account
The Health Flexible Spending Account (HFSA) empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the Employee Childcare Assistance Plan, an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.
Life and AD&D
The County offers life and disability benefits including Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, Long-Term Disability insurance, California State Disability Insurance, and Integration with Leave. These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.
Employee Wellness
The Employee Wellness Program offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.
Education Reimbursement
A generous Learning and Employee Development program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.
NOTE: Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.
Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes.
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Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete.
Include a detailed description of your work experience in the following format for EACH employer referenced, in each answer:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
Do you understand the requirement to provide complete answers in order to determine relevant experience for each area in question?
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
03
Do you possess a Bachelors Degree or higher in Civil Engineering or a closely related field?
04
Do you possess a Masters degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field?
05
If you responded "yes" to questions 3 or 4, indicate the field and degree you have obtained.
06
This position requires current registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the State of California at the time of appointment. Do you possess current registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the State of California?
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If you responded "yes" to the previous question, please list your Civil Engineer license number and expiration date. Please attach proof of possession. Proof can be obtained from the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) website. If you do not possess this license, type N/A.
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How many years of professional level experience do you possess in civil engineering?
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Describe your professional level civil engineering experience.
Be specific in your responses and submit answers for EACH employer in the following format:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
If no experience, please type N/A.
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Please indicate which area(s) you possess professional engineering experience in:
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For any selections made in the previous question, please describe your experience in the areas selected above.
Be specific in your responses and submit answers for EACH employer in the following format:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
If no experience, please type N/A.
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Select the certificate(s) and/or license(s) you possess:
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For each certificate and/or license selected above, you must provide the following information: the certificate or license type, certificate/license number, expiration date (if applicable) and attach a copy to the application. If none, please indicate "N/A".
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How many years of supervisory experience do you possess?
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Describe your supervisory experience (selecting, training, evaluating, and disciplining staff).
Be specific in your responses and submit answers for EACH employer in the following format:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
If no experience, please type N/A.
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Do you possess professional experience presenting projects to community groups, regulatory agencies, officials of governmental jurisdictions, and/or employees?
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Please describe your professional experience presenting projects to community groups, regulatory agencies, officials of governmental jurisdictions, and/or employees.
Be specific in your responses and submit answers for EACH employer in the following format:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
If no experience, please type N/A.
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How did you find out/hear about this job?
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How did you find out about this job? If "Other" is selected: Please describe how you heard about this job.
Required Question
Employer County of Santa Clara
Address 70 W. Hedding Street
8th Floor, East Wing
San Jose, California, 95110
Phone (408) 299-6816
Website http://www.sccjobs.org/