Civil Engineer Jobs in San Francisco, CA

Company Description

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below.

Application Opening: Friday, July 10th, 2026
Application Deadline: Apply immediately. Application filing will be open at least through 11:59pm (PST) of Friday, July 17th, 2026 and will close any time thereafter
Recruitment ID: PEX-5207-164215
Appointment Type: Permanent-Exempt (PEX), Category 18. This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer and shall not exceed 36 months

Becoming a City employee means being a part of a team that cares about making a difference. Your work will shape both the present and future of San Francisco. When you work for the City, you’re choosing a job with purpose. San Francisco Public Works (Public Works) has a far-reaching portfolio with a $453 million annual operating budget, an active capital portfolio that exceeds $3 billion and a workforce of 1,700-plus employees. The department operates around the clock, touching every neighborhood in San Francisco. The staff designs and manages the construction of civic buildings and streets; cleans and greens the right of way; maintains civic buildings; manages multi-million-dollar bond programs; trains people for jobs; keeps the right of way free of hazards; paves the roads; repairs bridges and public stairways; expands accessibility; and works at the forefront addressing some of San Francisco’s biggest challenges. With a mission to enhance the quality of life in San Francisco for residents, visitors and business owners, Public Works is committed to providing outstanding public service through an equity lens. Please visit the “About Us” section of our website to learn more about the department’s core values, Racial Equity Initiative, leadership team, history, budget and more.

Job Description

San Francisco Public Works Bureau of Engineering is seeking two (2) Associate Civil Engineers for the Structural Engineering Section for several different projects. Specifically, these roles will be responsible for a variety of engineering projects, including design of new buildings and alterations of existing buildings; seismic evaluations; design and repair of roadway structures (bridges, stairways, retaining walls, tunnels, etc.); and design and repair of miscellaneous structures such as vaults, tanks, piers, wharves, etc. Please see project and position details below.

Project A: BRIDGE INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROJECTS.

These projects comprise the inspection and repair of existing bridges owned and maintained by the City and County of San Francisco. Projects include the 4th Street Bridge Corrosion Repair, 4th Street Bridge Rehabilitation, O’Shaughnessy Adit Bridge. Inspection of bridges include over 90 bridges in San Francisco, as well as those at the Crystal Springs and Sunol Watersheds such as the San Andreas Bridge, Geary Road Bridge, Homestead Bridge, etc. During design phase, the deliverables include structural design plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates. During construction phase, the deliverables include review of submittals, responding to contractor requests for information, and structural observations. Design phase for the 4th Street Bridge Corrosion Repair project has already started in early 2026. The anticipated duration of these projects will be up to three (3) years.

Project B: EARTHQUAKE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE BOND PROJECTS.

These projects comprise design and construction administration of fire stations and police stations in San Francisco. Projects include the new Fire Station No. 2 and Fire Station No. 7, as well as the retrofit of Taraval Police Station. During design phase, the deliverables include structural design plans and specifications. During construction phase, the deliverables include review of submittals, responding to contractor requests for information, and structural observations. The anticipated duration of these projects will be up to three (3) years.

Role Description

Under general direction, these roles perform professional civil/structural engineering work in the field and office, supervises the work of related staff engaged in engineering work and may act as the project engineer on engineering projects.

Major, Important, And Essential Duties

Your duties as Associate Engineer may include, but not limit to the following:

• Prepares engineering designs, contract drawings and technical specifications to ensure compliance with codes, standards and project requirements
• Prepares cost and quantity construction estimates and structural calculations for necessary labor, materials and equipment associated with construction, contractors, suppliers, reconstruction, installation, repair, restoration and maintenance
• Provides engineering support for construction and operations; reviews existing conditions and establishes suitability for use; conducts studies of processes by identifying, obtaining and analyzing samples and data; reviews deliverable submittal and RFIs
• Performs and coordinates field work activities and field investigation; responds to earthquakes, landslides, and other structural emergencies; analyzes and resolves problems to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, standards, specifications and performance
• Develops analytical structural models using ETABS, SAP2000, and other related software
• Supervises the preparation of detailed construction drawings, technical specifications and structural calculations; assigns and reviews the work of assigned staff and consultants; determines resources necessary to complete assigned work
• Reviews engineering drawings, specifications, calculations and work products produced by staff, consultants and contractors to ensure accuracy, adequacy and conformance to standards. Verifies quantity, dimensions, safety requirements, and proper test and start-up procedures
• Prepares and supervises the preparation of a wide variety of technical engineering reports, field reports, regulatory reports, standard operating procedures manuals, emergency operations plans, minutes, public correspondence and other documentation
• Directs, trains, monitors, evaluates and counsels work activities of other engineering related staff (e.g., drafters) in accordance with appropriate MOUs, Civil Service Commission Rules, and departmental procedures
• Conducts meetings and public hearings; makes presentations to staff, committees boards, commissions, approval agencies and the general public
• May drive a city vehicle to and from job sites

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: Three (3) years of verifiable professional civil engineering experience of which two (2) years of professional civil experience equivalent to the City & County of San Francisco Class 5203 Assistant Engineer or higher; AND
• License and Certification: Possession of a current Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in Civil Engineering

Substitution: There is no substitution for the required two years of work experience equivalent to a 5203 Assistant Engineer or higher

Note: One (1) year of full-time employment is considered equivalent to Two Thousand (2,000) hours. Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment.

Verification Of Education And Experience

All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.

Failure to provide the required verification may result in rejection of the application and/or removal from eligibility for referral and appointment in this class. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Note: Any misrepresentation or falsification of one's education, training, or work experience, or attempted deception on the application, may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco. Application completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores.

For this recruitment--please submit the following as attachments with your job application:

• Copy of the current Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in Civil Engineering

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ)

Candidates may be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications

SELECTION PROCEDURES

After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process. The selection process will include an evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements. Depending on the number of applicants, the department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the department will move forward in the selection process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING EMPLOYMENT WITH THE CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

- Information About the Hiring Process
- Conviction History
- Employee Benefits Overview
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Disaster Service Worker
- ADA Accommodation
- Right to Work
- Copies of Application Documents
- Diversity Statement

Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

At the City and County of San Francisco, we share a commitment to a diverse, inclusive and equitable community. Each member of our organization is responsible and accountable for what they say and do to make San Francisco an inclusive and equitable place to live and work by employing fair and just practices to and for all.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.