City Engineer
Public Works Department – Engineering Division
City of Milpitas, California
Annual Salary: $157,977 - $221,168 DOE/DOQ
 
The City of Milpitas, California, is seeking a City Engineer to oversee the Engineering Division within the Department of Public Works. The City Engineer will have oversight of 32 full-time employees, as well as an approximately $5.7 million annual operating budget and a $32 million Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget. They will directly oversee the three functional areas of design and construction, land development and traffic, and utility engineering. This is a deputy-level position that serves in close collaboration with the Director of Public Works to plan for the City’s infrastructure needs. The City is seeking a highly strategic and futuristic City Engineer, who will see beyond the management of day-to-day tasks and identify opportunities for growth, innovation, improvement, and fiscal sustainability. The ideal candidate will have an exceptional work ethic to drive progress forward. They will also have strong interpersonal skills, including an enthusiasm for mentoring staff, the ability to maintain effective relationships with vendors and contractors, and a desire to collaborate with other Department leaders to maximize impact. Lead a dedicated team and build the future of Milpitas – apply today!
 
See the full recruitment brochure here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/310c0546-4132-4e5b-aa6d-38f2bb84bfd5
 
THE JOB
The City Engineer will serve as both a strategic administrator and a hands-on manager, actively participating in complex civil engineering projects. In addition to mentoring and training staff, they will foster a positive and inclusive work culture while overseeing a diverse team of engineers across all three subdivisions within the Engineering Division. The City Engineer will offer technical expertise, ensuring regulatory compliance with zoning and environmental laws. They will oversee budgets, review vendor and contractor work contracts, and support staff throughout RFP and bidding processes. They will also focus on maintaining high standards, drive project completion timelines, effectively collaborate with contractors and developers, and partner with engineering and public works professionals. The City Engineer will also manage land development, traffic, construction, and utility infrastructure processes, write reports, communicate the status of projects, and make recommendations to executives and elected officials.
 
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will be a seasoned civil engineer with expertise in one or more of the following: water, sewer, traffic, and land development. They should be knowledgeable of California’s laws, codes, regulations, and rules related to engineering and construction of public infrastructure. Prior experience in financial oversight is essential, as they will be assisting in the preparation and administration of large budgets. The successful candidate will be a forward-thinking and dedicated professional with a passion for building a resilient and sustainable future for the City of Milpitas. They will be friendly and engaging, flexible, and an excellent problem solver.
 
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Six years of recent, continuous, progressively responsible professional engineering experience, including three years at the mid-management/supervisory level.
• Licensure:
  • Possess and maintain a current certificate of registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California.
  • Possess and maintain an appropriate, valid California Driver's License.

 
Salary and Benefits: Annual salary of $157,977 - $221,168 DOE/DOQ and an attractive benefits package.
 
HOW TO APPLY: For first consideration, APPLY by February 21^st at: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board


SECURE THE DATES:

• Round one interviews will be held virtually on March 11^th. Finalists will move forward to round two, in-person interviews on March 18^th. Selected candidates must be available for both dates.

QUESTIONS?
Please contact your recruiter, Levi Kuhlman, with any questions:

• levi@wbcpinc.com
• 866-929-WBCP (9227) toll free