Engineering Designer I (Pipeline Infrastructure Division-CAD Technician)

Engineering Designer I is the entry level classification in the Engineering Designer series, which is responsible for designing less complex pipeline systems and performing the more routine tasks and duties associated with those systems. This position can advance to Engineering Designer II (CAD Technician, Pipeline Infrastructure Division) after gaining experience and achieving proficiency which meets the requirements for the Engineering Designer II (CAD Technician, Pipeline Infrastructure Division) classification.

The Engineering Designers in the Pipeline Infrastructure Division (PID) work closely with project managers, Senior Engineering Designers (CAD Technician, Pipeline Infrastructure Division), project engineers, surveyors, facility drafters, pipeline construction field staff, and other technical and administrative personnel. In addition to the frequent use of AutoCAD Civil 3D, major responsibilities require initiative, independent judgment, critical thinking and interactions with a variety of personnel throughout the East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD). The immediate vacancies are in various work sections of PID including Area Engineering and Pipeline Design, however, this list can be considered for future vacancies in all sections within PID.

Engineering Designers are distinguished from engineer positions in EBMUD's Junior/Assistant/Associate Engineer series where incumbents are responsible for performing professional engineering work related to the planning, design, construction, and operation of a large municipal water supply and wastewater treatment utility, recycled water system, and hydroelectric generation system, and which requires an engineering degree for Junior/Assistant Engineer positions and a CA professional engineering license at the Associate Engineer level.

Typical responsibilities of an Engineering Designer I (PID) may include:

*Designing proposed pipeline alignments, large services (fire, industrial or domestic), hydrants, and their related facilities using AutoCAD Civil 3D software.

*Preparing pipeline drawings and designs using EBMUD standards, specifications, drawings, practices, and AutoCAD Civil 3D software.

*Providing drafting services to support the design of pipelines, including preparing base drawings, design details, and pipeline plans and profiles.

*Analyzing street and topographic maps, aerial imagery, improvement plans, as-built drawings, system maps, and survey data.

*Developing traffic control plans to support pipeline construction projects.

*Collecting, computing, and compiling data on existing underground utilities and other engineering data.

*Investigating field conditions, preparing field sketches, and recording unusual physical features that may influence pipeline design.

*Identifying survey and right-of-way needs for pipeline design projects.

*Requesting test holes, borings, and other investigations to verify locations of existing utilities and understand underground conditions.

*Preparing material lists and estimates of quantity, size, and description of pipelines, fittings, and appurtenances such as blowoffs, valves, hydrants, and meters.

*Contacting and conferring with representatives of other agencies, utilities, and developers to secure information regarding existing and proposed underground facilities which could affect the design of EBMUD pipeline installations, as well as providing information about EBMUD facilities to others.

*Conferring with project engineers, project managers, survey technicians, construction supervisors and inspectors.

Flexible/hybrid work from home schedule may be available for some positions in this job classification.

The salary range is $9,319 per month increasing to $9,785, $10,274, $10,788 and $11,327 after 6, 18, 30, and 42 months, respectively.

EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

1.Completion of the twelfth grade or its equivalent; AND

2.Experience in designing, drafting, mapping, and/or field recording of pipeline installations; OR one year as a crew worker installing or maintaining underground pipelines; OR experience as a member of a survey crew operating surveying instruments.

3.A valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record are required.

4.Must possess physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the job, including sufficient agility to climb hills and traverse rough terrain. Must be able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Must be willing to work overtime as needed.

Experience with civil design software packages, such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, is highly desirable. Experience with MicroStation is also desirable.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the "equivalent combination of education and experience" provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/.

1.Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com by 4:30 p.m., Friday, April 24, 2026. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.

2.Candidates must achieve a passing score on each test part in order to advance to the next step in the selection process.

3.All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, with those candidates receiving a passing score to be invited to a panel interview and hands-on performance test tentatively scheduled for May or June 2026.

4.Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 to 24 months.

5.The probation period for this position is 12 months. For those holding civil service status the probation period is 6 months.

6.All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.

As the first step in the selection process, responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted online with the regular EBMUD application. Please provide thorough, accurate descriptions of assignments you have personally performed. Should you respond with comments such as "see application" or "see resume" instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered.

PLEASE NOTE: While we understand applicants may use various tools to support the preparation of their materials, responses that appear to be primarily generated by AI tools, without meaningful personalization or demonstration of the applicant's own qualifications, may result in disqualification from the selection process.