SENIOR ENGINEER WATER RESOURCES

Senior Engineer, WR Department of Water Resources

JC-515988

- Senior Engineer, WR SENIOR

ENGINEER WATER RESOURCES

$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:

6/3/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

Job Description and Duties Why Choose Us:

First, the single greatest advantage of working for us is that you can practice civil engineering in its purest form. Because California's Department of Water Resources is the owner and operator of its facilities, our engineers are empowered to make the right choices in design, detailing, and materials to ensure public safety and longevity of the infrastructure. Our engineers are at the forefront on design and construction projects, and they make design decisions based on good engineering practice for safety, durability, and performance—in that order. At DWR you will have the advantage of numerous resources to support your work and your professional growth—including training, organizational memberships, and knowledgeable colleagues, of which many are under one roof and all of which collaborate for project success. We hope you'll check out the Duties and Desirable Qualifications below and apply for this great career opportunity to join our team and help deliver water to over 26 million Californians as well as contribute to protecting our environment and species conservation efforts.

Duties:

Under general direction of the Manager, Pearblossom Project Headquarters (PBPH), supervises engineering tasks and office contract administrative duties for all PBPH construction contracts; and personally performs the more difficult work. You will find additional information about the job in the . Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

SENIOR ENGINEER WATER RESOURCES

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

JC-515988

Position #(s): 843-815-3261-500

Working Title:

Senior Engineer, WR

Classification:

SENIOR ENGINEER WATER RESOURCES

$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:

1

Work Location:

Los Angeles County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time Department Information Division of Engineering, Construction Branch, Pearblossom Project Headquarters, Pearblossom 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.

Department Website:

 https://water.ca.gov/ Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR's Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers. Special Requirements Must possess a valid California driver's license when conducting State business that requires driving a vehicle. The Department of Water Resources is committed to its mission and employees, and we are grounded in our commitment to public safety. Regular, consistent, and predictable attendance is essential to the successful performance in this position. 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:

6/3/2026