Associate Engineer - Development Services

Position Overview

The City of Anaheim Public Works Department is seeking a dynamic engineer for the position of Associate Engineer in Development Services. This role supports engineering programs and activities – including plan reviews, development entitlement reviews, contract administration, and engineering design – on projects such as the Honda Center/OcVibe and Disneyland Forward. The incumbent will assist senior engineers on complex public works projects or manage assigned projects while responding to inquiries from the general public, developers, contractors, and City staff.

IMPORTANT: Applications are accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The first review is on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as late applications are not guaranteed consideration.

Key Responsibilities

• Review preliminary and final plans for grading, street and traffic improvements, public utility and telecommunication projects, including cost estimates, schedules, and specifications for private development and public improvement projects.
• Calculate special sewer and drainage assessment fees and maintain mapping files.
• Issue and revise permits, update permit fees, and process utility annexation agreements.
• Review plans for building, grading, and right-of-construction permits as well as entitlement applications to ensure conformance with City standards.
• Analyze field data, perform hydrology and hydraulic calculations, and review work related to hillside development.
• Coordinate public works and water utility activities with other City departments and external agencies.
• Assist senior engineers on large and complex development projects or serve as a project management engineer, administering projects from inception to completion.
• Supervise, plan, prioritize, and review the work of project staff and participate in staff selection and training.
• Review engineering designs, maps, and shop drawings for compliance with City standards and practices, and provide recommendations for processing change orders.
• Participate in the selection of private consulting engineering services and lead development activities with developers.
• Coordinate and oversee projects with other agencies and prepare reports for the City Council.
• Confer with architects, engineers, and consultants to prepare cost estimates, legal descriptions, and project plans.
• Perform network analysis, update engineering standard drawings, and maintain project management records.
• Participate in budget preparation and administration including submitting cash flow reports.
• Respond to questions from the public and other stakeholders regarding engineering and development projects.
• Serve as staff to various City commissions, boards, and committees, and prepare engineering studies, reports, and grant applications.
• Additional duties include reviewing pavement management surveys/reports, updating permit requirements and engineering drawings, and inspecting project locations.

Required Qualifications

• At least two (2) years of professional engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or a related field.
• Possession of an Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate or certification as a Professional Engineer (PE).
• Valid driver's license.