The Assistant Engineer will assist in implementing development reviews, engineering plan checks, infrastructure design, utility projects plan check and permitting and field support.  Some of the higher profile and exciting engineering projects underway include the recently completed Towne Avenue Complete Streets Project, Mountain Avenue Complete Streets Project design, upcoming Capital Improvements Projects, and the preparation of the upcoming Claremont’s Active Transportation Plan. In addition, the Division oversees various traffic signal upgrades, bicycle and pedestrian-related projects, utility permitting program oversight and citywide street resurfacing projects. They will assist with overseeing new development in Claremont, including housing and development related to the Claremont Colleges, perform complex professional engineering work under the supervision of the City Engineer, plan check and permit utility projects, perform field inspections when necessary, and provide customer service.  This position require considerable knowledge of all aspects of civil engineering, including land development, traffic engineering and planning, design, construction, and maintenance of various civil engineering projects.     

Work hours are either Monday through Thursday between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 pm or 7:30 am to 6:00 p.m. The Assistant Engineer may be required to attend Commission and Council meetings in the evenings, and other evening/weekend meetings or special events as required.

Qualified applicants for Assistant Engineer will have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in civil engineering.  Two years of applicable engineering experience in development review and plan check, design, and construction of public works is required.  Possession of an Engineering-In-Training Certificate from the State of California is desirable.  A valid California Drivers’ License, good driving record, and proof of auto insurance are required.