JOB
The County of San Bernardino Wants You to Join Our Team!
Recruitment Bonus - Newly hired employees (Engineer II & III) from this recruitment may be eligible to receive bonus payments up to $2,000 ($1000 upon hire and $1000 upon completion of 2080 service hours.)
Referral Bonus - Current employees in a regular position who refer a qualified candidate for this recruitment may be eligible to receive bonus payments up to $750 per referral ($250 upon hire, $500 upon new employee completing 2,080 hours)*
The San Bernardino County Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking dynamic and detail-oriented Engineers I/II/III to join our team and play a vital role in delivering infrastructure solutions that enhance safety, sustainability, and quality of life for our communities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact public works projects across the largest geographic county in the contiguous United States.
At DPW, we cultivate a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, professional development is supported, and your ideas can make a real difference. Whether you’re just starting your engineering career or looking to advance to more complex work, we have opportunities that match your skills and ambitions.
About the Position
Under the guidance of experienced supervisors and engineering managers, Engineers at DPW perform a broad range of duties related to the planning, design, and review of public infrastructure. From roads and bridges to flood control systems and traffic safety enhancements, you’ll be directly involved in work that shapes our region.
Engineer I/II/III is a flexibly staffed series. Placement is based on qualifications and experience, with clear promotional opportunities as your career progresses.
Key Responsibilities May Include:
Designing roads, bridges, storm drains, debris basins, channels, landfills, and other public infrastructure
Preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates for construction projects
Conducting engineering analysis using CAD and design software
Performing traffic studies, modeling, and signal design
Reviewing development plans and analyzing impacts on County infrastructure
Coordinating with public agencies, private developers, and internal departments
Preparing technical reports, documentation, and permit applications
Serving as assistant resident engineer or project inspector as needed
Guiding the work of engineering technicians and junior staff
INITIAL APPOINTMENT/ADVANCEMENTEmployment within the County offers Engineers excellent opportunities for advancement within the series as well as advancement into leadership roles. Engineers are hired at the levels listed below, and advance within the series, according to their qualifications. Incumbents may advance within the series upon meeting qualifications for the higher levels and receiving a satisfactory work progress report. Employees may attain regular status at each level upon satisfactory completion of a probationary period. Click on Job Titles below for more information:
Areas of Opportunity
Openings are available across several Public Works divisions:
Transportation PlanningPrepare project scopes and cost estimates, coordinate with agencies, assist with budgets, maintain records, and review plans and proposals.
Transportation Design
Assist with the in-house and consultant-led design of road and bridge projects. Contribute to plan preparation, construction support, and design reviews.
Traffic Engineering
Conduct traffic data analysis, design traffic control devices, and enhance roadway safety through engineering solutions.
Visit the Public Works Divisions page to explore the exciting work happening across each division.
Why Choose San Bernardino County DPW?
Make an Impact: Be part of meaningful projects that serve over 2 million residents.
Supportive Team Culture: Collaborate with knowledgeable professionals who are passionate about public service.
Career Growth: Access a well-defined career ladder, ongoing training, and promotional opportunities.
Great Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, generous retirement plans, paid time off, flexible schedules, and comprehensive health benefits.
Excellent Benefits
To review job-specific benefits, refer to:
Summary of Benefits
Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Incumbent must successfully complete a background check prior to appointment.
Travel: Travel to various sites throughout the County is required; a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be provided at time of hire. Mileage reimbursement is available.
Physical: This position includes the following demands: frequent sitting; occasional walking, standing, bending, and squatting; fine manipulation in both hands; continuously reach or work below the shoulder level; must frequently demonstrate near vision and occasionally demonstrate far vision; occasionally lift or carry ten (10) pounds or less; occasionally work near equipment and machinery on rough, uneven, rocky, or slippery surfaces; occasionally exposed to dust, gas, toxic materials, noise, and extremes in temperature and/or humidity; occasionally use protective equipment or clothing.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Applicants must meet ONE of the following education requirements along with the corresponding experience and certification/license requirements for each level:
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT OPTION 1: If applicant possesses a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field, then they must meet the following experience and certification/license requirements:
Experience
Certification/License
Engineer I
No experience is required.
No certification or license is required.
Engineer II
One (1) year of professional experience working as a civil engineer or a closely related field of engineering.
Possession of Engineer-in-Training (EIT) -OR- Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) certification.
Engineer III
Two (2) years of professional experience working as a civil engineer or a closely related field of engineering.
Possession of Professional Engineer (PE) license in Civil Engineering with the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT OPTION 2: If applicant possesses Forty-Five semester units (68 quarter units) in Civil Engineering or a closely related field, of which 35 units must be upper division, then they must meet the following experience and certification/license requirements:
Experience
Certification/License
Engineer I
Two (2) years of professional experience working as a civil engineer or a closely related field of engineering.
No certification or license is required.
Engineer II
Three (3) years of professional experience working as a civil engineer or a closely related field of engineering.
Possession of Engineer-in-Training (EIT) -OR- Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) certification.
Engineer III
Four (4) years of professional experience working as a civil engineer or a closely related field of engineering.
Possession of Professional Engineer (PE) license in Civil Engineering with the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs.
Experience Substitution: Every four (4) years of experience as an Engineering Technician IV or higher with San Bernardino County may be treated as equivalent to one (1) year of the required engineering experience.
Education Substitution: Possession of Engineer-in-Training (EIT) -OR- Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) certification may substitute the upper division requirement.
Note: Candidates must provide a list of completed coursework unless the candidates possess a Bachelor's degree in a qualifying area. Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
Degree Equivalency Evaluation: Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
Applications will be accepted until further notice; recruitment may close at any time once sufficient applications are received. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
There will be a
competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline.
Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.
Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.
For more important details, review the links below:Guide to Completing a County Job ApplicationApplicant Information and the County Employment Process