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Salary : $145,956.00 - $177,408.00 Annually
Location : Fresno
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26DM0004
Department: Department of Public Utilities
Division: Utility Engineering & Planning
Opening Date: 04/09/2026
Closing Date: 12/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 13A
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Position Description
THE POSITION
RECRUITMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICANTS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno!
The City of Fresno has exceptional career opportunities available for experienced professional engineers.
The city currently has hundreds of capital projects in process and was recently awarded millions of dollars from the State of California for infrastructure improvements to Downtown Fresno and the Blackstone and McKinley BNSF Grade Separation Project.
Prioritizing capital projects along with other critical responsibilities that are integral to daily departmental operations and improvements to the general City infrastructure is of utmost importance and the City is building capacity to ensure projects are delivered in a timely manner. Incumbents in this class perform complex work that requires licensure as a Professional Engineer and may supervise, coordinate, and evaluate the performance of pre-professional engineers
and technical engineering staff engaged in civil, electrical, fire protection, geotechnical,
structural, mechanical, sanitary, or traffic engineering.
The current vacancies exist in the Capital Projects Department and the Department of Public Utilities.
CAPITAL PROJECTS DEPARTMENT: As the City continues to invest in safer streets, modern utilities, and resilient public facilities, this department streamlines how major capital improvement projects are delivered-ensuring every project is executed efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. Engineers with a background in civil, transportation, or utilities design will find a strong match here, along with the chance to influence high-impact projects that directly improve daily life for residents. The department currently has opening in three divisions: Design Services and Transportation Project Management, Utilities Project Management, and On-Site Project Management. Experience in transportation and Civil Engineering is desirable.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES: Oversight on the planning, design, and construction of potable water, recycled water, and wastewater projects, as well as providing oversight on water resources management matters. Knowledge and experience with the Fresno Metropolitan Water Resources Management Plan, Groundwater Sustainability Management Plan, Urban Water Management Plan, Recycled Water Master Plan, and Sewer Collection System Master Plan, and the Central Valley Project Contract, is preferred.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS: Desires a Professional Engineer in the Special Projects & Capital Management (SPCM) Division to provide additional technical engineering expertise to assist the Division and Department to process high volume of work for capital projects. This capital workload includes Public Works capital improvement projects, Urban Growth Management (UGM) accounts, Assessment District improvements, Developer Fee Nexus Studies and updates as required by State Law. As priorities arise on the capital program with the Departments 145 plus projects and adding, the technical assistance to assist not only the Director/City Engineer, Assistant Director, and Projects Administrator but assist the Capital Projects Department (CPD) on the Public Works Projects. For this assignment only Civil Engineers and Traffic Engineers will be considered.
Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two (2) years at the City's discretion. Should the competitive process be suspended for this recruitment, the eligibility list may be limited to three (3) months.
THE REQUIREMENTS
Valid registration as a Professional Engineer by the State of California or equivalent at time of application. Professional Engineers who are licensed in another state may be qualified but must possess a valid Professional Engineer license from the State of California at time of appointment.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver's License may be required within sixty (60) days of appointment.
Recruitment may be limited to a specific area of expertise as required by operational needs.
Please attach a copy of your valid registration as a Professional Engineer. Applications lacking this documentation may be rejected.
Areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, those listed below:
1. Civil Engineering
2. Electrical Engineering
3. Fire Protection Engineering
4. Geotechnical Engineering
5. Mechanical Engineering
6. Sanitary Engineering
7. Structural Engineering
8. Traffic Engineering
THE SELECTION PROCESS
The examination process may consist of the following:
Application review - Qualifying Only: Applications which meet the minimum qualifications will be reviewed and a limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to the Oral Examination. Selection of the most qualified candidates will be based upon those applications demonstrating the greatest breadth and depth of applicable education, experience, skills and training. Therefore, applicants are urged to submit sufficiently detailed information in their application materials for evaluation.
Oral Exam - 100%: A panel of subject matter experts will conduct a job-related panel interview to evaluate each candidate's training, experience, and personal traits for the position. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.
The oral examination has been tentatively scheduled for the week of: To Be Determined.
VETERAN PREFERENCE REGULATIONS
Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.
How To Apply
For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.
Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.
For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.
For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.
Bargaining Unit 13
Management Non-Confidential and Non-Management Confidential
City of Fresno Profession Employees Association (CFPEA)
BENEFIT
DESCRIPTION
HEALTH INSURANCE
The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT
IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
ANNUAL LEAVE
15.5 - 20 hours per month based on years of service with cash out provisions.
LIFE INSURANCE
Benefit equal to annual salary with a maximum of $150,000; premium paid by the City.
SUPPLEMENTAL SICK
40 hours per fiscal year.
80 hours lifetime maximum.
MANAGEMENT LEAVE
60 hours per fiscal year with cash out provisions, for exempt employees only.
HOLIDAYS
10 City-observed annual holidays, plus birthday and 2 personal days.
LONG TERM DISABILITY
Benefit equal to 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days of disability; premium paid by the City.
BUS PASSES
Provided to Supervisors in FAX Operations.
BILINGUAL PREMIUM
$100 per month upon approved certification
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)
Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 240 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.
RETIREMENT -City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program):an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.
Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.
01
Do you possess a valid registration as a Professional Engineer by the State of California or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you possess a valid California Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question