About Our Partner

Our client is a mission-driven public agency dedicated to managing and delivering reliable water resources to agricultural users in California’s Central Valley. With a strong focus on protecting historical water rights, maintaining vital infrastructure, and advancing sustainable water management practices, they play a critical role in the region’s long-term agricultural and environmental health.

They are currently seeking an Engineer II on a contract-to-hire basis to support a broad portfolio of engineering, water resource, and regulatory initiatives. This role is ideal for a well-rounded, field-capable engineer who is motivated to work on high-impact infrastructure and water rights projects.

What Our Partner Brings to the Table

Mission-Driven Impact: Contribute directly to the protection and delivery of essential water supplies in California’s agricultural heartland.

Professional Growth: Take part in a diverse range of engineering, environmental, legal, and regulatory initiatives with strong mentorship and cross-disciplinary exposure.

Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive, experienced team where collaboration, flexibility, and initiative are highly valued.

Strong Benefits: Competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, retirement plan, paid time off, and fieldwork opportunities.

How You’ll Contribute to Our Partner’s Success

• Lead or assist in the planning, design, and management of construction, maintenance, and repair projects for canals, pipelines, pump stations, and groundwater recharge systems.
• Create technical plans and construction documents using AutoCAD; develop maps and exhibits using ArcGIS.
• Support project bidding, consultant oversight, and field inspections.
• Analyze and support documentation of surface water flows, diversions, and water rights records, particularly in support of long-standing legal and administrative proceedings.
• Assist in the evaluation of water supply and demand scenarios, and support program planning to enhance water management efficiency.
• Conduct grant research, prepare applications, and manage state and federal funding compliance.
• Prepare and review contracts, agreements, and environmental permitting documents.
• Coordinate with other agencies and third parties to review development proposals, infrastructure plans, and regulatory submissions to protect client interests.
• Contribute to the implementation of local and regional planning efforts, including Groundwater Sustainability Plans (SGMA) and Agricultural Water Management Plans.
• Provide occasional lead support on construction programs and District initiatives.

What You Bring to the Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• At least 3 years of experience in civil engineering, water resources planning, or water operations with a public agency, consulting firm, or agriculture-related entity.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and ArcGIS is required.
• Familiarity with property rights, infrastructure permitting, hydrology, and California water laws is strongly preferred.
• Experience in field inspections, technical report writing, and project management.
• Valid California driver’s license required.
• Possession of (or commitment to obtaining within 12 months) a Professional Engineer (PE) license in California is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a flexible, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to travel within and occasionally beyond the local service area for project needs.

Location & Travel

This is a full-time, in-office role based in Kern County, California. The position includes regular fieldwork and occasional travel outside the service area.