SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

Resident Engineer (RE)/Construction Field Engineer (CE) Department of Transportation

JC-516596

- Resident Engineer (RE)/Construction Field Engineer (CE)

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

$11,437.00 - $14,315.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

5/14/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of a Supervising Transportation Engineer, Caltrans, the Senior Transportation Engineer directs and supervises personnel assigned to the project(s) and the Construction Field Office. The incumbent serves as the Resident Engineer (RE) on large and/or complex projects and is responsible for administering the construction contract and reviewing the work performed by State and contractor forces. As the RE, the incumbent provides direction to staff on construction safety as it relates to contract administration and ensures that contractors comply with all contract requirements. Additionally, the incumbent may be assigned as the Construction Engineer (CE) on smaller projects located adjacent to or near the primary RE assignment. In the CE role, the incumbent directs and supervises the associated field office staff, administers construction contracts, and reviews the work of State and contractor forces. The CE is also responsible for advising assigned RE(s) on construction safety matters related to contract administration.

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Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINER, CALTRANS

exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title. Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.

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//forms.office.com/g/RyK102ty4G https://youtu.be/oC9wIp8QalI Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions Position located at 119 N Maple Ste A Corona, Riverside County. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This position may require the incumbent to telework and/or perform in office or off site work at assigned locations that are climate controlled and illuminated with artificial lighting. The position requires both indoor and outdoor work, with daily field visits. Office environments may experience temperature fluctuations due to periodic heating and air conditioning issues. Offices may consist of fixed buildings or trailers and may be co located with external partners, local agencies, and/or contractors in a combined project office.

The work schedule generally consists of a five day workweek but may require travel, after hours assignments, weekend work, and night shifts. Vacation and leave usage may be restricted during peak periods. Night work requires the ability to work safely under artificial lighting.

Field activities may occur in metropolitan or remote areas and can involve exposure to active construction sites and on or off highway vehicular traffic. Outdoor work includes exposure to sunlight, moving traffic, loud noise, and weather conditions ranging from extreme heat (up to 120°F) to extreme cold (as low as 15°F), as well as strong winds, rain, sleet, snow, and dust. Duties may require working on uneven terrain near heavy equipment, both on foot and in vehicles, and may involve potential contact with hazardous materials, pesticides, and chemicals such as paints, cleaners, and solvents.

Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)—including a hard hat, safety vest or approved safety shirt, suitable footwear, and any other required equipment—must be worn at all times in the field without exception.

The incumbent may be assigned work based on Divisional and/or Departmental needs and may be placed in any office within District 8, which includes San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-516596

Position #(s): 908-500-3161-018

Working Title:

Resident Engineer (RE)/Construction Field Engineer (CE)

Classification:

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

$11,437.00 - $14,315.00 A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Riverside County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time Department Information Caltrans Mission:

Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision:

A thriving and connected California. The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website:

www.dot.ca.gov

Director's EEO Policy:

https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director's EEO Policy Statement:

https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity Special Requirements Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle. The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font. Demonstrate knowledge of supervisory skills, leadership competencies, and responsibilities regarding your work experience with construction, project delivery, materials, and testing. Describe and provide an example of your ability to work with minimum direction and supervision while maintaining efficient performance measures. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, provide examples of presentations, participation in public forums, and how you represent the Department in transportation matters. Please describe your ability to successfully collaborate with internal and external stakeholders while fostering positive and effective working relationships to address priorities and resolve conflicts, please cite a recent example. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.

org/members or https:

//aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

5/14/2026