Design Engineer

Under the direction of a Supervising Engineer in the Design Engineering Branch, the incumbent performs difficult and complex engineering assignments regarding the design and evaluation of dams and appurtenant structures. The incumbent should have technical knowledge to review and perform hydrology and hydraulic studies, geotechnical analyses, structural analyses, risk evaluations, site investigations and laboratory testing, seismology, project constructability, performance monitoring, and inundation mapping for emergency planning.

This position requires the incumbent to possess a valid driver’s license., In addition to evaluating each candidate’s relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

This position requires the incumbent to have good communication abilities, technical skills, maintain consistent predictable attendance, and adhere to the Division’s policies and procedures. The incumbent must interact well with Division staff, dam owners, consulting engineers, and the general public. Assignments require site visits, sometimes in remote areas. Experience with knowledge of soil mechanics or geotechnical engineering. Knowledge of structural engineering or design of structures, including reinforced concrete and masonry, structural steel, and timber. Knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic engineering. Experience performing geotechnical engineering calculations. Experience performing hydrologic and hydraulic engineering calculations. Experience reviewing site investigation and exploration plan. Experience with material testing of soil and/or concrete. Experience reviewing engineering reports and memos. Experience giving briefings or presentations. Experience with engineering software and/or advanced numerical modeling. Experience performing structural engineering calculations Knowledge of risk assessments. May require driving a vehicle on public roadways or in the field on uneven terrain.

Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR’s equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.