THE POSITION:The Alameda County Water District located in Fremont, CA is seeking to hire an Engineer I (Environmental/Water Quality) to work in the Operations and Maintenance department. Under the supervision of the Water Production Division Engineering Supervisor, this position will perform a variety of professional environmental engineering work in connection with drinking water quality studies, treatment and distribution system operations, water quality regulations, facility improvements, and other related work; assists other engineering disciplines on assigned projects and provides administrative support to District projects and programs.
Engineer I is the entry level in the engineering series. Under close to general supervision within a framework of established policies and procedures, incumbents perform a variety of engineering and administrative tasks of limited to moderate difficulty. Assignments are given in specific terms and are subject to frequent review while in progress and upon completion, except where tasks are well defined by established standards, policies and procedures.
Examples of Duties
Ability to apply engineering principles in the administration and execution of drinking water quality and water treatment and distribution operational projects and programs such as: required regulatory water quality monitoring programs (SWTR/DBPR/LCRR, etc); system and facility operational monitoring, maintenance, and optimization programs; facility outage planning and startup support; assists in the development of design standards and operational performance criteria related to planning, design, construction, and startup of new or improved treatment and distribution facilities.
The primary duties of this position are focused on drinking water quality compliance program management and a variety of operational support functions, and this position can function as a liaison for regulatory agencies.
Knowledge of: Environmental engineering principles, terms, practices and technology related to basic chemistry and laboratory procedures; engineering mathematics through calculus; engineering methods, and design processes; basic statistical principles and methods of analysis; computer programs and languages and engineering applications; pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations; safe work practices as they relate to the position and the ability to identify workplace hazards and/or unsafe conditions and take appropriate action to correct same.
Skill and ability to: Apply engineering principles and practices to the solution of routine professional engineering problems; conduct literature searches and research available sources of information; perform difficult mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy; interpret and prepare drawings, graphs, charts and compilations of numerical data; effectively use job-related computer and software applications to complete assignments; maintain accurate records and prepare a variety of memos, letters and technical reports that are clear and concise; exercise sound judgment in decision making; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work; and perform the essential functions of the job without causing harm to self or others.
Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in an engineering curriculum which is accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology, or a related field:
Engineer I: No work experience required.
Work experience with water quality or drinking water regulatory programs is highly desirable.
Additional Requirements: Must possess a valid California Driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.
Selection Procedure
- Application materials must be submitted online at www.acwd.org no later than 5:00 p.m., on Friday, March 27, 2026. Application materials must include a completed Alameda County Water District Employment application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Incomplete applications will not be given further consideration.
- All applications will be evaluated, and candidates who present the best job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the interview process.
- Employment offers are normally made following conduct of reference checks and are always contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam, as well as a security background check. Employment is made contingent upon verification of identity and legal right to work in the U.S.A. pursuant to federal law, and the signing of a loyalty oath, pursuant to the state law.
