Associate Engineer

Design Dept, Engineering Division

Two Positions Available

Salary range: $11,492 - $13,881 per month

Who we are

Marin Water delivers clean water to more than 190,000 people in central and southern Marin County and manages more than 18,000 acres of land on the Mount Tamalpais Watershed, where most of our local water is sourced. As California’s first municipal water district, chartered in 1912, our proud history of service is upheld by our dedicated staff of nearly 250 employees across 25 departments. We are committed to our core values of health and safety, stewardship, innovation, efficiency and responsiveness, accountability, respect, listening and learning, and working together to anticipate the challenges ahead and achieve our mission.

Explore a meaningful career with Marin Water and join us in our mission to manage the lands, water, and facilities in our trust to provide reliable, high-quality water and adapt and sustain these precious resources for the future.

The community we serve

Marin County is a special place known for its striking natural beauty, an active and engaged community, characteristic towns, farm fresh food, thriving arts and outstanding schools. Nestled on a peninsula in the northwest corner of the San Francisco Bay Area, Marin is easily accessible by bike, car, bus, train and ferry. Mount Tamalpais, home to our primary source of water, stands at the center of Marin and is treasured by our community.

The role

Join a design team leading the delivery of critical infrastructure projects in one of the most scenic and technically challenging regions in California. Over the next two years, the District’s Design Department will be advancing a diverse capital program estimated at $65 million, including:

Upcoming 2-Year Capital Program Projects

Miracle Mile Pipeline Replacement – $6M
Hind Tanks Replacement – $6M
Mill Valley Tank Rehabilitation – $6M
Bon Tempe Treatment Plant Upgrades – $4.3M
San Geronimo Treatment Plant Clarifier Replacement – $9.5M
Federal Work Pump Station Improvements – $5M
Pine Mountain Tunnel Decommissioning – $5M

These projects span potable water storage, transmission, treatment, and system optimization—providing excellent opportunities for licensed engineers to lead meaningful design work from concept through construction.

The ideal candidates will possess these desired competencies:

Deep knowledge of civil engineering principles, especially in water system planning, design, construction, and operations.
Ability to lead teams or consultants on engineering projects.
Ability to conduct complex technical research, analyze data, and present clear recommendations.
Ability to prepare and review designs, specifications, and cost estimates with attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Typical Duties

Directs or performs the preparation of project schedules, designs, construction plans, cost estimates, specifications and bidding documents for a variety of District projects;
Prepares Requests for Proposals for consultants and administers consultants' work on projects;
Principles, practices, regulations and methods of engineering work in the areas of assignment as applied to the design and construction, operation and water quality of water systems projects, or field operations involved in the construction and maintenance of water system facilities.

Please refer to the position’s job description for the full job description details.

Qualifications

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

A Bachelor's degree in an engineering curriculum which is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET);

AND

Three years of increasingly responsible engineering experience in the areas of assignment relating to water system facilities planning, design and construction, or water quality, including one year of supervisory and/or project management experience.

A Special Note for Out-of-State Engineer Applicants:

This position requires a valid Professional Civil Engineering License in the State of California, however Professional Civil Engineering Licenses from outside of California will be considered at the Assistant Engineering position level, with the opportunity to advance to the Associate Engineer position once the incumbent has met the requirements and has obtained the certification for Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California.

To apply

Based on the information provided in the application, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, oral interview, or any combination. This position requires a background check, and a medical exam prior to appointment.

Candidates must submit an online application via governmentjobs.com/careers/marinwater.

The deadline to apply is: MONDAY, AUGUST 18, 2025 at 11:59 PM.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 945-1434 at least two weeks prior to the application deadline or examination date.

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