Civil Engineer (Senior)

Salary : $5,496.64 - $6,681.20 Biweekly
Location : Fairfield, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-374010-01
Department: Resource Management
Opening Date: 09/11/2026
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The Public Works-Engineering & Surveying Division currently has two Sr. Civil Engineer vacancies, one in the Planning/Environmental Engineering Section and one in the Capital Projects Design Section.
Planning/Environmental Engineering Section
The Planning/Environmental Engineering Section develops transportation and infrastructure projects from concept through environmental clearance. The section identifies and secures grant funding, manages environmental studies, and obtains the permits and regulatory approvals necessary for project delivery. Staff work closely with agencies such as Caltrans, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Regional Water Quality Control Board, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, local Tribal governments, and other regulatory partners to ensure projects comply with state and federal requirements while maintaining project schedules.

Capital Projects Design Section
The Capital Projects Design Section is responsible for the design and preparation of plans, specifications, and engineer's estimates (PS&E) for roadways, bridges, and other transportation improvement projects throughout Solano County. Staff develop construction plans using Civil 3D, prepare technical specifications and cost estimates, and coordinate with utility companies, surveyors, and other stakeholders. The section designs projects in accordance with the Caltrans Highway Design Manual, AASHTO's Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets (Green Book), the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD), and other applicable engineering standards to deliver safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.
THE POSITION
Civil Engineer (Senior) participates in and provides technical oversight of professional and technical engineering staff in the performance of advanced level professional and technical engineering work including planning, scheduling, designing, organizing, evaluating and reviewing public works projects; to enforce Federal, State, and local regulations and codes.
The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering experience that includes, traffic, structure, hydraulic, and/or utility system design and/or construction responsibilities.
Education/Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering is required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a valid license as a Registered Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license is required.

SELECTION PROCESS (THIS RECRUTMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED)
09/28/2026 - 5:00 pm - Deadline to submit application and required documents for first application review.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant's ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted through the NeoGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g.: degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request, etc.) must be submitted by the application review deadline. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application's employment history. When completing employment details and/or responding to supplemental questions, do not write "see resume," as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application.
Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.
Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-1113, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and possession of a Registered Civil Engineer License from the State of California is required for this position. Additional application materials as requested in the job announcement are due by the application review deadline. All candidates must submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying the date and degree conferred) AND proof of their Registered Civil Engineer License from the State of California by the application review deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts and license by the application review deadline will be disqualified from the recruitment.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

How to Submit Your Documents

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Civil Engineer (Senior)) and the recruitment number (26-374010-01) in your email or fax.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS

To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE. Applicants who have a service-connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service-connected reasons.

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran's preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave

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This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants' qualifications for this position and assess an applicant's ability to advance in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely. Omitted information will not be considered or assumed. Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state 'no experience in this area' instead of leaving the space blank.Please note that the experience in your answers must be reflected in your employment history.I understand the above information.

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess five (5) years of professional civil engineering experience that includes, traffic, structure, hydraulic, and/or utility system design and/or construction responsibilities?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college of university?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a valid license as a Registered Civil Engineer by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers?

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate which engineering disciplines align with your scope of experience in Civil Engineering. (Check all that apply)

• Construction
• Design
• Environmental
• Development Review/Permitting
• Water/Hydrology
• Underground Utilities
• Traffic
• None of the above

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Please indicate which of the following software you have proficient experience operating. (Check all that apply)

• AutoCad Civil 3d
• Microsoft Suite: Excel/Word/Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint/Publisher
• Project Management/Scheduling
• GIS
• HEC-RAS
• None of the above

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Please describe your experience with Civil 3D.
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Please describe your experience with the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates.
09

Please describe your experience with Section 106 Consultation, AB 52 Letters, and grant winning proposals.
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Positions assigned to this classification are required to drive. Do you possess a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

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If you have a valid Driver's License, please provide the State and Driver's License number. If you do not have a valid Driver's License, please write "n/a."
Required Question