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Engineer I/II

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City of Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/14/2026

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Job Description

The current vacancy is in the Water Department. These are multi-divisional classifications, and the positions may be hired for different divisions in different departments.
Engineer I:
Under general supervision, performs entrance-level professional civil engineering work in connection with surveying, designing, construction, and maintenance of Public Works projects and surface water and groundwater projects; and performs other work as required.
Engineer II:
Under supervision, this class performs work of average difficulty involving technical and professional work making design layouts, engineering calculations, and miscellaneous studies in the City Engineering Department. For a full job description, please click here: Engineer I & Engineer II Applications will be accepted ONLY from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the
COMPLETED
Application & Supplemental Questionnaire that they meet the below requirements:
Engineer I:
Graduation from an accredited college with a degree in Engineering; OR Possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer in Training by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers may be substituted for the required education. A copy of the EIT certificate must be turned in with the application by the filing deadline for the application to be accepted
Engineer II:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in civil engineering; AND Engineer in Training (EIT); AND Minimum one year experience in the practice of civil engineering; or possession of a valid Engineer-in-Training Certificate from the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers; AND Minimum two years' experience in the practice of civil engineering Both the I and II positions must meet the following: Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license In addition : A copy of the EIT certificate must be turned in with the application by the filing deadline in order for the application to be accepted July 14, 2026 (Tentative) An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.
NOTE:
Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, supplemental questionnaire, and typing certificate; otherwise, the application may be rejected.
NOTE:
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will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of
COMPLETED
application.