Assistant Engineer (Land Development) – City of Chula Vista

Are you looking for a professional civil engineering role in Southern California? Government Jobz is proud to highlight a high-paying opportunity with the City of Chula Vista for an Assistant Engineer in the Land Development Division.

This is a permanent, full-time position within the Development Services Department. As an entry-level class in the Engineer series, this role is perfect for those beginning their professional engineering journey under the guidance of experienced Associate Engineers. Government Jobz recommends this position for anyone looking to build a career in municipal engineering.

Essential Job Functions

The Assistant Engineer will handle specific portions of broader land development projects. Key duties include:

• Preparing preliminary and final engineering plans and cost estimates for streets, storm drains, and sewers.
• Performing calculations for hydrology, land surveys, and street alignments.
• Reviewing subdivision maps, site development plans, and grading plans for accuracy.
• Analyzing Storm Water Quality Management Plans and Best Management Practices (BMP).
• Interacting with contractors, developers, and the public to provide technical information.

Workforce Statistics in Engineering

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2023), the Civil Engineering workforce nationwide consists of approximately 308,340 professionals. To give you a clear picture of the industry landscape Government Jobz provides the following racial and gender breakdown for Civil Engineers:

• White: 79.4%
• Asian: 13.5%
• Hispanic or Latino: 8.9%
• Black or African American: 3.6%
• Women: 16.3% of total Civil Engineers

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify for this position through Government Jobz, you must meet one of the following requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• OR Possession of an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certificate in California.
• OR Possession of a Registered Professional Civil Engineer license in California.
• A valid California driver’s license is mandatory.

Working Conditions

The work is primarily performed in a modern office environment in Chula Vista. However, the role includes field inspections which involve exposure to external weather and uneven terrain. Applicants should be comfortable with both technical desk work and site visits.

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