Associate Engineer - Mechanical - Citywide (5207) - (C00334)

Company Description

NOTE: *03/13/2025 - Filing deadline has been extended from 3/21/2025 to 3/28/2025. If you have already applied, there is no need to submit another application.

THIS IS A CITYWIDE EXAM

San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.

Important Information & Application Steps

Application Instructions:

1. Use your personal email—school and work emails may become inaccessible.
2. Ensure you list your PE licenses in the application.
3. We review your application, NOT your resume—complete it fully and highlight your relevant experience.
4. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification.
5. If interested in other specialties, apply separately for each.

Application Opens: March 7, 2025
Application Filing Deadline: 5:00 PM on March 28, 2025

After Submitting Your Application:

1. Confirmation Email: Verify you receive a confirmation email. If not, your application was NOT successfully submitted.
2. Connect with us: Add our emails to your contacts to avoid delays in updates. SFHR Email Extensions
3. Save a Copy: Retain a copy of the recruitment announcement for reference (List ID: CBT-5207-C00334)
4. Contact Information: For any questions, contact Tamara Ranney at tamara.ranney@sfgov.org.

Job Description

Under general direction, the Associate Engineer performs professional engineering work in the field and office and supervises the work of junior and assistant engineers, technicians, inspectors, surveyors and other related personnel engaged in engineering projects.

The essential functions of the Associate Engineer class may vary depending on assignment and include: preparing engineering designs, drawings and specifications; preparing cost and quantity estimates for necessary labor, materials and equipment associated with construction, contractors, suppliers, installation, repair, restoration and maintenance; providing engineering support to operations staff; reviewing existing conditions and conducting studies of processes by identifying, obtaining and analyzing samples and data; analyzing and resolving problems to ensure compliance with regulatory and performance standards and specifications; supervising the preparation of detailed engineering drawings, specifications and calculations; assigning and reviewing the work of subordinate staff and consultants; determining resources necessary to complete assigned work; reviewing plans, permit applications and specifications developed by staff, consultants and contractors; verifying quantities, dimensions, safety requirements, and quality of work for engineering projects; preparing and supervising the preparation of a wide variety of technical engineering reports and other documentation; interviewing, selecting, training, monitoring, evaluating and counseling staff; preparing a variety of bid documents; reviewing and analyzing bids; and conducting meetings and making presentations. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

   1. Three (3) years of verifiable professional engineering experience of which two (2) years of professional experience equivalent to the City & County of San Francisco Class 5203 Assistant Civil Engineer or higher;

AND

   2. Possession of a current Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in Mechanical Engineering. (Please indicate your PE license number and expiration dates in Education Section)

Substitutions:

1. Candidates licensed in other states who otherwise meet the minimum requirements of this announcement, but do not possess the required California license, may file for this examination, and if successful, will be placed under waiver on the resulting eligible list until the required California license is presented.

2. There is no substitution for the required two years of work experience equivalent to a 5203 As