Junior Engineer/Assistant Engineer

County of Riverside
Moreno Valley, CA, US
Posted Apr 16, 2026

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

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  • The Department of Waste Resources is excited to announce an opening for a Junior Engineer or Assistant Engineer.

    The Junior Engineer is the entry level classification in the professional engineer series and will perform in office and in the field engineering work. The Junior Engineer will be reporting to the Department’s main office located in Moreno Valley and will be providing engineering assistance to the teams responsible for permitting, engineering design, and landfill operations at Badlands Sanitary Landfill (located in Moreno Valley) and Lamb Canyon Sanitary Landfill (located in Beaumont). The selected candidate will be responsible for conducting GPS field surveys, reading and interpreting field survey data to prepare topographic contour maps, perform engineering calculations, and prepare technical reports and plans such as Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans in support of public works construction projects and landfill field operations. Additionally, the Junior Engineer will assist construction inspections during public works contracts to verify compliance with Contract Documents and may perform site maintenance and drainage inspections to analyze landfill site conditions as needed.

    Competitive candidates will have:

  • A strong overall understanding of various civil engineering disciplines
  • Familiarity with engineering software such as MicroStation, InRoads, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D.
  • Highly Preferred Experience

    For Junior Engineer:

    An internship in construction or a closely related field.

    For Assistant Engineer:

    Experience in geotechnical work and proficiency in AutoCAD.

    Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a valid Engineer\-in\-Training (EIT) certificate issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers are highly desired and encouraged to apply.

    The Junior Engineer is a natural progression underfill for the Assistant Engineer. Incumbents are eligible to promote to Assistant Engineer upon successful completion of their 1\-year probationary period, which would include a satisfactory performance evaluation and any additional qualification requirements.

    The Assistant Engineer is a natural progression underfill for the Assistant Civil Engineer. Incumbents are eligible to promote to Assistant Civil Engineer upon attaining a valid certification of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. Advancement to the Associate Engineer level is obtained by competitive selection through an open recruitment.Junior Engineer: $38\.62\-49\.42 HourlyAssistant Engineer: $41\.32 \-55\.28 hourly

    Meet the Team!

    The Department of Waste Resources serves the County's solid waste disposal needs by providing for efficient and effective landfilling of County non\-hazardous waste, protecting the environment, and promoting recycling in order to ensure a safe and healthy community for current and future generations.

    EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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  • Assist in the design of roads, hydraulics, reinforced concrete structures, sewer systems, or other public works projects by preparing plans, profiles and cross sections, making quantity estimates, horizontal and vertical alignment computations, and establishing grade controls.
  • Supervise and perform drafting, computing, checking, and direction of field operations involved in the gathering and compilation of field data for the design layout and construction of highways, flood control channels, subdivisions, drainage structures, wells, sewer systems, parks, buildings, waste disposal, and other projects.
  • Perform structural engineering analysis of proposed commercial, industrial and complex buildings and structures; review grading, building and structure plans for conformity to uniform building codes, local ordinances, state regulations, and administrative policies.
  • Assist and advise permit applicants with engineering and related problems.
  • Prepare and review maps; calculate and plot the results of field surveys.
  • May inspect the construction of projects under contract.
  • Perform field tests and take samples for laboratory tests of materials; prepare estimates for projects planned or under construction; prepare reports.
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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  • Junior Engineer

    Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in an engineering field. (Possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer\-in\-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers may substitute for the required education.)

    Those graduating within the next 6 months are encouraged to apply. If selected, candidates will be required to show proof of completed degree/certification prior to starting with the County.

    OPTION II

    Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in an engineering field or possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer\-in\-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers within six (6\) months of hire.

    Experience: Current employment with Riverside County as an Engineering Student Intern or completion of an engineering internship with Riverside County.

    Assistant Engineer

    Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering. (Possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer\-in\-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers may substitute for the required education.)

    Experience: One year of professional civil engineering experience.

    Knowledge of: The fundamentals of civil engineering; mathematics and physics as applied to engineering; topography and construction surveying, stress analysis, analytical mechanics, and the strength, properties and uses of construction materials; general methods and procedures for describing real property.

    Ability to: Design a variety of public works structures with skill and accuracy; perform difficult mathematical computations; keep neat and accurate field notes; review and approve grading and structural plans; make accurate drawings and maps and prepare technical reports; maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

    ALL OPTIONS

    License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

    Proof of education/certification is required for this position. Documentation should be uploaded with your application as outlined below:

    1\. If you have graduated with a Bachelor's degree in engineering \- Provide a copy of your completed transcripts or degree (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).

    2\. If you have graduated with a Bachelor's degree in engineering from outside of the United States \- Provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

    3\. If you possess a valid certificate as an Engineer\-in\-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers \- Provide a copy of your certificate.

    4\. If you possess a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers \- Provide your license number, if you did not in your application.

    5\. If you have not yet graduated and will be graduating within the next 6 months, provide a copy of your current transcripts and documentation showing your expected graduation date.

    SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

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For questions regarding this recruitment:

Please contact Angela Tavaglione at atavaglione@rivco.org or (951\) 966\-3590\. Please allow 1\-2 business days for response

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member\-4 Form DD\-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C\-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board\-policies

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc\-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1\-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment\-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non\-job\-related factors.

Pre\-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre\-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre\-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre\-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc\-hr.com.

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll\-free 1\-855\-524\-5627\.

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