Principal Engineer

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Under general direction, plans, administers, manages, reviews, and evaluates the work of an engineering section with major program responsibilities related to water resources, flood control, water supply and/or water treatment and distribution engineering in Zone 7 Water Agency; supervises professional engineers/geologists and support staff.

Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Geology, or a closely related field.

Experience: The equivalent of five (5) years’ full-time, progressively responsible professional engineering/geologist experience subsequent to becoming a Registered Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist that included two (2) years of supervisory or administrative experience. Licenses: Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer OR a Professional Geologist issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Possession of a valid California State Motor Vehicle Operator's license may be required.

BENEFITS: Zone 7 offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the needs of a diverse workforce and their families*. These benefits include but are not limited to: Health & Well-Being (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, EAP) Financial Security (Defined Retirement, 457 or Roth plans) Work/Life Balance12 paid holidays and up to 4 paid floating holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase Childcare resources *Flexible work options (9/80 work schedule; telework up to two (2) days per week upon approval) Tuition Reimbursement - up to $7,500 per fiscal year Longevity Pay (2% at 5 years, additional 2% at 10 years) *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.