Associate/Assistant Engineer

JOIN OUR OUTSTANDING TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS!

Join us at PCWA, where we're not just a water resource agency; we're a dynamic force driving sustainability and innovation in Placer County, California. As the primary authority for water resource planning, management, and distribution, we're entrusted with crucial responsibilities, from providing clean drinking water to managing irrigation systems and producing hydroelectric energy.

But beyond our duties, we're a community of professionals united in our commitment to excellence. We thrive on collaboration and creativity, working together to overcome challenges and achieve our goals. Why work at PCWA? Because here, you'll be part of a team at the forefront of water management, shaping the future of our community and beyond. Join us on this rewarding journey.

ASSOCIATE ENGINEER

$113,016.80 - $144,243.84 annually, DOQ, plus excellent benefits

OR

ASSISTANT ENGINEER

$92,986.40 - $118,668.16 annually, DOQ, plus excellent benefits

PCWA is seeking qualified candidates to perform professional and technical engineering work for water and power systems. Incumbents manage a broad range of projects through planning, design, construction and implementation. Depending on the engineering specialty hired and their discipline, the incumbents may be responsible for managing projects comprised of civil, mechanical, structural, electrical, communications and control improvements for water and power systems and/or engineering projects for water treatment plants, equipment and processes, pipelines, canals, control systems and pumping facilities.

Our ideal candidate for appointment as an Associate Engineer will possess a Bachelor’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering or a related field and four years of professional civil or mechanical engineering experience with water and/or power systems and related operations. Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California is required.

Our ideal candidate for appointment as Assistant Engineer will possess a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field and two years of civil engineering experience with water and/or power systems.

Visit our website for detailed recruitment information and to complete the on-line application: www.pcwa.net.

Applications must be received on/before 11:59PM on Monday, October 20, 2025.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $92,986.00 - $144,243.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person