Company Overview: West Valley Construction Co. Inc. is a leading underground utility construction firm, steadfast in our commitment to high-quality infrastructure design and project deliverables through a safety-first culture. We specialize in the installation, maintenance, and 24/7 emergency response of essential utilities such as water, power, gas, telecommunications, sewer, and storm. We take pride in being an employee-owned company. We firmly believe that every team member contributes significantly to our ongoing success and growth. Demonstrating our commitment, we've implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) that allows our employees to directly share in the company's achievements. Headquartered in Campbell, CA, West Valley Construction Co. Inc. operates from strategically located facilities in Bakersfield, Campbell, Chico, Concord, Fresno, Hayward, Redwood City, Sacramento, Salinas, Stockton, and Visalia. We are actively seeking talented individuals who value safety and ownership to be part of our dynamic team.
We are looking for an Engineering Assistant Engineer (Wet Utilities) to join our Concord, CA Team!
Job Summary: An Engineering Assistant Engineer provides support to senior engineers and assists in various engineering projects. They may assist in designing, testing, and analyzing products, preparing technical reports, conducting research, and troubleshooting technical issues. They work closely with the engineering team to ensure project goals are met and contribute to the overall success of engineering projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Below is a compilation of primary job duties and responsibilities for this role, supplemented by certain supportive tasks. This list is not exhaustive, and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required. Moreover, management reserves the right to make modifications to this job description as deemed necessary.
- Prepare construction drawings and supporting documents applying engineering standards and guidelines using AutoCAD and/or Civil3D.
- Use engineering judgment to perform duties; knows when to ask questions, seek assistance and perform independent research.
- Works and interfaces with various entities, both governmental and private, to address and coordinate required documentation, permits, project background and other required protocol for design and construction purposes.
- Oversee the services and activities of subconsultants, including prepare Request for Proposals, manage subconsultant schedules and quality of deliverables.
- Performs technical evaluation, which includes field investigation and exploring the constructability and practicality of the design with various stakeholders to arrive at an optimum and realistic design.
- Prepares material inventory and design specifications.
- Prepares cost estimates or pricing estimates.
- Contribute to effective customer relations by providing support as requested from managers and by communicating with customers in an effective manner.
- Monitor compliance with applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and specifications.
- Manage personal time allotted to various tasks in order to meet obligations of projects, including budget, quality and schedule.
- Researches and writes specifications and reports relating to project assignments.
Qualifications:
- Education/Experience: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering. Bachelor's degree: 3-5 years engineering work experience at the Design Engineer or Junior Engineer level. Master's degree: 1-3 years engineering work experience at the Design Engineer or Junior Engineer level.
- Certificates/Licenses: Engineer-In-Training Certificate or CA Professional Civil Engineer or Electrical Engineer License. Valid driver's license in good standings, and have the ability to travel/drive to various locations throughout the state of California, primarily near the company offices (must be 18 years of age or older to operate a company vehicle).
- Computer Skills: knowledge and ability to use basic office equipment and computer software, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and Web Browsing Tools. Knowledge and ability to use basic job specific software programs including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Project and other software as applicable.
- Interpersonal Skills: ability to prepare and project documentation and correspondence, interact effectively with other team members, and occasionally interface with clients and deliver client, public, or internal presentations. Technical skills appropriate for the type of engineering tasks assigned.
- Leaderships: continuous learning, strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
- Technical Skills: mathematical skills, performs engineering calculations, clearly documenting methodology used, and checking work.
- Organization and Planning: excellent time management, detail orientation, and organizational skills. Ability to prepare documentation and correspondence effectively and efficiently.
- Problem Solving: ability to identify and seek information; research skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
- Hearing adequate to perform job duties in person.
- Able to communicate clearly in person and over the telephone.
- Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties and respond to dangerous situations.
- Frequent bending, reaching, standing, walking, squatting, sitting, pushing, and pulling.
- Manual dexterity to operate a keyboard and other electronic devices. Repetitive motions that include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
- Able to safely ascend or descend step ladders, stairs, ramps, etc.
- Adjust or move objects up to 20 pounds in all directions without assistance.
- May work in areas where hazardous substances are present.
Salary:
- $43.94/hour - $53.27/hour
Benefits:
- Opportunity to be an owner in the company through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and Stock Purchase Plan (SPP) with discounted price.
- Annual performance bonus opportunities.
- Vacation, and paid sick leave.
- 5 group health insurance plans: 2 with HSAs; company pays 95% of employee premium and 85% of dependent premium for Blue Shield Plans, and 95% of the premium for employee and dependents for Kaiser Plans.
If you are selected for employment with WVCC, you will be required to provide documentation that verifies your legal right to work in the U.S. Please note , we are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorships for work authorization at this time.
CCPA Notice and Privacy Policy:
West Valley Construction Company is an equal opportunity workplace, and does not discriminate against any protected class. In compliance with California Law, click here for West Valley Construction Company's California Consumer Privacy Act Notice of Collection and Privacy or visit https://westvalleyconstruction.com/cpra and https://westvalleyconstruction.com/privacy-policy/
