Engineering Intern/Co-op | Riverside, CA

Engineering jobs encompass various roles focused on designing, developing, and maintaining structures, machines, devices, systems, and materials. These positions require a strong foundation in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) and often involve problem-solving, creativity, and technical expertise. Typical engineering disciplines include civil, mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering, among others. Engineers work in diverse industries, from automotive to aerospace, construction to computing. Characteristics of engineering jobs include a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, a commitment to safety and efficiency, and the likelihood of collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.

Engineering jobs encompass a variety of roles focused on designing, developing, and maintaining systems or structures. These positions often require strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and a solid foundation in mathematics and science. Engineers typically work in fields such as civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, or software engineering. The unique characteristic of engineering jobs lies in their blend of creativity and practicality, as engineers innovate while ensuring functionality and safety. With the ongoing advancement of technology, engineering roles are also evolving, demanding continuous learning and adaptation.

Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) inspection and investigative programs. The Engineering Technician II has a variety of responsibilities, focusing on storm drain and runoff conveyance system inspection, as well as dry weather flows investigation. This role demands a comprehensive understanding of stormwater/flood control infrastructure systems and familiarity with NPDES permit governing systems operation and maintenance.

The ideal candidate will possess experience in stormwater management or NPDES inspection, and desired qualifications include certifications such as HAZPOWER and stormwater certifications. The Engineering Technician II is the journey level classification in the Engineering

Technician series and the first working level classification for NPDES inspection and investigative programs, reports to an appropriate supervisory or manager level position, may independently lead investigations characterizing environmental conditions and leading to the resolution of illicit connections and unpermitted discharges arising from complaints, reported violations and emergency spills, maintain and deploy environmental monitoring equipment and instrumentation and undertake program reporting and database management.

Advancement to the next level in the Engineering Technician series is obtained by competitive selection through an open recruitment. Meet the Team! The Riverside

County Flood Control and Water Conservation District provides for the control and conservation of flood and storm waters and for the protection of watercourses, watersheds, public highways, life and property from damage within its boundaries.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES FLOOD CONTROL: • Plan, operate, and maintain stormwater/flood control infrastructure systems. •Maintain and deploy environmental monitoring equipment and instrumentation and program reporting and database management. • Read and interpret plans and specifications. • Respond to complaints or requests for service. • Conduct inspections, recognize violations and substandard materials and workmanship, and secure conformance with regulations.

•Respond to illegal discharges, determine the type of pollutants, backss clean-up procedures, and make proper notifications. •May independently lead investigations characterizing environmental conditions and leading to the resolution of illicit connections and unpermitted discharges arising from complaints, reported violations and emergency spills. • Operate current metering and other data equipment. • Assist in construction inspections of public works construction projects. •Use District's management system, which includes uploading documents, emails, pictures, and printing reports.

•Maintain accurate records and preparing clear and concise reports. • Maintain effective relationships with municipal stormwater program partners. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OPTION I Experience: Three years of sub-professional civil engineering experience. (Completion of college level courses from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or closely related subjects to the assignment such as land surveying, soils erosion, soils testing, blueprint reading, mathematics, computer graphics, or hydrology may substitute for up to two years of the required experience on the basis of 12 semester or 18 quarter units equaling one year of the required full-time experience.

) OPTION II Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in surveying engineering or civil engineering. OPTION III Experience: Three years of sub-professional civil engineering experience. (A valid Certificate of Registration as an Engineer-in-Training or Surveyor-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers may substitute for two years of the required sub-professional engineering experience.

) ALL OPTIONS Knowledge of: General knowledge of contemporary methods, materials, techniques, current literature, and information sources used in the design, implementation, and maintenance of storm water infrastructure and water quality Best Management Practices (BMPs) associated with land development, construction, commercial, industrial and institutional sites, residential areas and recreational facilities; BMP's applicable to stormwater, source control/treatment, and hazardous materials control or prevention programs as well as their implementation and maintenance; Stormwater compliance inspection protocols and documentation methods; General office procedures, and computer usage; Data entry and report preparation; Principles and best practices used in interacting with the public and employing excellent customer service.

Ability to: Read and interpret Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), Project Water Quality Management Plans (WQMPs), construction plans and specifications; analyze, evaluate and accurately review efficacy of Best Management Practices (BMP); Respond to complaints or requests for service; Conduct inspections, recognize violations and substandard materials and workmanship, and secure conformance with regulations with decisiveness, tact, and impartiality; Maintain and deploy environmental monitoring devices including samplers and field instrumentation; Use District's digital asset management system, which includes uploading documents, emails, pictures, and printing reports; Respond to illegal discharges, determine the type of pollutants, backss clean-up procedures, and make proper notifications; Work independently with minimal supervision; Maintain accurate records and preparing clear and concise reports; Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing; Provide public information at the office and in the field; Make sound judgments within established codes, procedures and guidelines; Ensure adherence to safe workplace practices, policies and procedures in office and field settings; Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with property owners, contractors, engineers, utility companies, regulatory agencies, and others encountered in the course of work and establish and maintain effective relationships with municipal stormwater program partners.

License/Certification: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

40 Hour HAZWOPER certification or obtain within 6 months of employment. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: http: //dao.

rc-/. Veterans' Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policy here (Download PDF reader).

What's Next? This recruitment is open to all Applicants. Applicants who are currently County of Riverside department employees or department employees may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of the applications received. Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County. Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. No late applications will be permitted. GENERAL INFORMATION For specific questions regarding this position, contact Sonya Portillo at you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at xyz X@ or toll-free -xyz X.

BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE. GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION: Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.

rc-. A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required. MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans. Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here. MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (Cal PERS).

Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw Cal PERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent. Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another Cal PERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside.

The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent. Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to Cal PERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. As of July 1, 2020, the employee contribution is 7.25% and subject to change annually. A new member is defined as any of the following: A new hire who enters Cal PERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.

A new hire who enters Cal PERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining Cal PERS. A member who first established Cal PERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different Cal PERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months. Cal PERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as " classic members" Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note: This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-xyz X, Option 2. If you have prior service credit with another Cal PERS agency or within agencies, please contact Cal PERS at (888) 225-xyz X to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. Cal PERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law.

The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options. VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual): 0

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They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Project Overview Bechtel is seeking a Project Civil Coordinator to join the Riverside, California team. This team oversees the planning, environmental clearance, design, and construction of projects on the state highway system, and rail under California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) oversight and following Caltrans’ standards and procedures, and on commuter and freight rail lines, under Federal

Transit Administration (FTA), Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA), Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad (BNSF), and/or Union Pacific Railroad (UP) oversight and following their standards.

In the Project Coordinator: Design and Environmental role, you will have an opportunity to work alongside a dynamic team of industry professionals across the globe to support the team. This role will be in the client’s office in Riverside, California and will be in person with the potential for 1 or 2 day a week teleworking. The client requires all staff in the office to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, this position will require proof of vaccination. Position Summary Bechtel is seeking a Project Civil/Environmental Engineer to join the Riverside, California team.

This team oversees the planning, environmental clearance, design, and construction of projects on the state highway system, under California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) oversight and following Caltrans’ standards and procedures, and on commuter and freight rail lines, under Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA) or Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad (BNSF), and Union Pacific Railroad (UP) oversight and following their standards.

In the Project Coordinator role, you will have an opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team of industry professionals across the globe to support the team. This role will be located in the client’s office in Riverside, California and will be in person with potentially 1-day a week teleworking based on client approval. Work includes assisting the client Project Manager in all activities relating to one, or several concurrent contracts, as assigned by management. This role is intended to support the client’s Capital Project team. The specific responsibilities of the Project Coordinator include, but are not limited to, the following: Responsibilities Support with the planning, organization, and administration of contract procurement of professional services.

Some of the related duties include but are not limited to the following: development of task orders and request for proposals, evaluation of proposals, contract negotiation, development of project schedules, review and administration of contracts, procurement document retention, rough order of magnitude cost estimation, review, and recommendation for payment of invoices. Provide project oversight, analysis, and input through all phases of project development and delivery.

Some of the related duties may include but are not limited to the following: coordinate preparation and compliance of project delivery schedules with consultants and project team; facilitate and document project meetings; review of design and environmental reports and plans for all phases of a project including planning, Project Approval & Environmental Document (PA&ED), Plan, Specifications and Estimate (PS&E) and construction. Monitor the consultants progress and schedule and ensure they are progressing the work and that the elements of the schedule are logical and applicable to the phase of the project.

Assist and monitor the consultants work during the environmental process and ensure they deliver the required documents/studies/reports required by California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and any other environmental requirements. On project Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are available to support the Project Coordinator and provide mentoring and guidance or review and comments on the reports. Assist the client in obtaining the necessary permits for the project including but not limited to 401, 404, xyz X, relevant City, County, State, and Federal permits.

Support with the identification and monitoring of project risk. Some of the duties may include but are not limited to the following: identify and document risk, development of risk mitigation measures and reporting risk resolution or impacts. Support in communicating project status and updates to Client, legal representatives, consultant staff, residents, and project stakeholders. Support coordination with federal, state, and local agencies during project planning, design, and implementation. Ensure compliance with any pertinent administrative requirements.

Some of the related duties may include but are not limited to the following: Develop and recommend approval of contracts and cooperative agreements with other governmental agencies, consultants and private contractors as needed. And monitor their implementation. Prepare and review a variety of planning and policy reports, communications related to projects, programs, and the appropriation of funds. Working with the Project Controls team and Client’s staff to monitor the project funding, budget, and costs. Ensure the projects remaining within the budget and funding limits established.

Development of client presentations and staff reports for the client’s commission, committee, staff, community, and public agency governing bodies meetings and public hearings and coordinate approval with the Client PM and seek and obtain other Client approvals of the documents. Provide updates and potentially give presentations on behalf of the client to City Councils and local business organizations. Attend, participate, and document monthly client’s commission, committee, joint powers, governmental, staff, and citizen advisory meetings. Develop contract correspondence, awards, amendments, and contract changes for the client’s approval and presentation to the client’s management team and Commissioners.

Meet with representatives from Caltrans, SCRRA, BNSF, UP, or other agencies/cities to discuss projects and seek resolution on issues that may arise. Attend local organizational meetings as a representative of Bechtel. Provide advice and support to the client in all phases of a project and identify any areas that may require assistance from the Bechtel team and request this assistance. Review and coordinate correction of consultant/contractor invoices.

Qualifications and Skills Basic Qualifications Level One : University Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Planning, or other degrees relatable to the Environmental Field , plus 5 years of hands-on experience in the Environmental Clearance or Design and management of transportation related projects under the authority of a State Department of Transportation. Level Two : University Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Planning, or other degrees relatable to the Environmental Field , plus 10+ years of hands-on experience in the Environmental Clearance or Design and management of transportation related projects under the authority of a State Department of Transportation.

Minimum Qualifications Hands-on experience in working on environmental or design projects under the authority of SCRRA, BNSF, UP, or other railroad authorities would be beneficial. Working experience and knowledge of planning, PA&ED, PS&E, and construction phase of a project. Experience in compliance with/or understanding of the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority.

Experience in environmental and/or design projects with the United States Army Corps of Engineers. Be customer focused and proactive in all interactions with the client and Bechtel team. Be flexible and able to take on varying levels of responsibility and projects. Provide support to the project team and open to cross discipline roles. Previous experience as a Field Engineer desirable. Preferred Qualifications Ability to explain work processes and procedures to all levels. Must possess excellent oral and written English communication skills. Demonstrated leadership in a team-based environment.

Must be results and solutions oriented and be able to solve problems. Be able to prepare correspondence, reports, analysis, etc. in the English language, associated with construction related issues. #LI-NP1 At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components. Shaping tomorrow together Bechtel is one of the most respected global engineering, construction, and project management companies.

Together with our customers, we deliver landmark projects that foster long-term progress and economic growth. Since 1898, we’ve completed more than 25,000 extraordinary projects across 160 countries on all seven continents. We operate through four global businesses: Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; and Mining & Metals. Our company and our culture are built on more than a century of leadership and a relentless adherence to our values, the core of which are safety, quality, ethics, and integrity.

These values are what we believe, what we expect, what we deliver, and what we live. Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In accordance with Bechtel's duty to provide and maintain a safe workplace for our employees and to safeguard the health of our families, customers, and visitors, we have adopted mandatory COVID-19 safety protocols for each work location, which may include a vaccination or testing requirement.

Please speak with your Bechtel recruiter to determine which protocols apply to the work location for the job you are seeking.