About Careertakes

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Position Overview

Confidential Client is hiring for a Junior / Assistant / Associate Engineer to join the Utilities team in Gilroy, CA. This full-time, on-site role supports planning, design, review, and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure. Depending on experience, candidates will be considered at the appropriate level within a three-tier civil engineering series.

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What You’ll Do

• Support planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater capital improvement projects.
• Assist with engineering analysis, project planning, and preparation of plans and specifications.
• Conduct plan review, permitting coordination, field inspections, and construction support.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, developers, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders.
• Use engineering tools and software — AutoCAD, Bluebeam, GIS, Microsoft Office — to produce and review technical documents.
• Track project schedules, budgets, and tasks to keep work moving forward.
• Apply sound engineering judgment to evaluate alternatives and recommend practical solutions.
• Communicate clearly with internal and external audiences and provide strong customer service to the community.

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First-Year Projects (Examples)

• Multiple water main replacements
• Rehabilitation/repair of the Joint Trunk Sewer Main serving Morgan Hill and Gilroy
• Design and construction of a new water well
• Steel service line replacements
• Rehabilitation or retrofit of existing wells to meet water quality standards

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Qualifications

Note: candidates may be considered at the level that matches their education, certifications, and experience.

Junior Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering; paid professional experience may substitute for education at the City’s discretion.
• Valid Class C California driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Willingness to learn, pursue training, and expand technical skills.
• Must pass background check and post-offer medical exam (including drug test).

Assistant Engineer (in addition to Junior requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• At least 2 years of full-time engineering experience (or equivalent).
• California Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate preferred/required.
• Progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) registration encouraged.

Associate Engineer (in addition to above)

• At least 4 years of full-time engineering experience, including 2 years at an Assistant Engineer level (or equivalent).
• Registered Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in California.

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Compensation & Schedule

• Salary range (all levels combined): $9,082.25 to $15,528.17 per month (equates to approximately $108,987.00 to $186,338.04 per year).
• Additional step increases available after 5, 10, and 15 years of service per the classification schedule.
• Opportunity for a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.
• The position is full-time and on-site. Excellent benefits are provided.

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Requirements & Conditions

• Successful applicants must pass a background check, State DOJ criminal records check, medical evaluation, and drug screen prior to appointment.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid CA Class C driver’s license (as required by assignment).
• Compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal hiring laws.

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Why Join

• Work on meaningful municipal projects that directly benefit the community.
• Supportive, collaborative team with mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Clear career progression through a three-level engineering series with increasing responsibilities.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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