Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Principal Transportation Engineer for Civil Infrastructure Engineering Section, the Supervising Transportation Engineer serves as the Deputy Engineering Manager for various planning, design, and construction projects including but not limited to civil works, stations, infrastructure engineering, rail engineering, facilities, tracks, and systems. The Deputy Engineering Manager is responsible for day-to-day technical management and supervision of all activities related to project, contract, and engineering management, project development, and delivery of assigned projects. The incumbent will work with the Principal Transportation Engineer to deliver and meet the goals and objectives of the assigned high-speed rail (HSR) projects. This advertisement is posted as Open Until Filled and the advertisement will remain open until the vacancy is filled. Cut-offs for applications will be every Monday, starting September 14, 2026, and applications will be reviewed per those cut-off dates. Hires can be made at any time based on the applications received by the cut-off dates.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions Part-time telework is available for this position for California residents based on the requirements of the position and may be discussed during the interview process. Hiring interviews may be available virtually, using teleconferencing or video conferencing options. While working on-site, the incumbent works in a professional office environment, in a climate-controlled area which may fluctuate in temperature and is under artificial light. The incumbent will be required to use a computer, mouse, and keyboard, and will be required to sit for long periods of time at a computer screen. While working at a construction site, the incumbent may be exposed to hazards such as unguarded machinery, heavy construction equipment, high-voltage electricity, and hazardous materials such as paints, solvents, silica dust, or other dangerous construction materials. Employee must be able to focus for long periods of time, multi-task, adapt to changes in priorities, and complete tasks or projects with short notice. Employee must develop and maintain cooperative working relationships and display professionalism and respect for others in all contact opportunities. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- SUPERVISING TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement Department Information Are you looking for a different type of state government job? Something with a little more excitement and a more fast-paced and fluid environment? How about an opportunity to be part of one of the most remarkable transportation projects in California's history? The California High-Speed Rail Authority is a small and dynamic state agency that is looking for employees who are interested in a challenging and rewarding job opportunity. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey. Completing this survey is not required to be considered for this vacancy. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HCM6SCC
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https://hsr.ca.gov/jobs/ Special Requirements • The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) a(n) Professional Engineer (PE) License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. .
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
- Knowledge of and ability to apply engineering judgement in areas of design, civil engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, and tunneling on transportation civil infrastructure projects.
- Experience in areas of structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, and tunneling on civil infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge or familiarity with the American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association requirements pertaining to HSR systems.
- Experience with standard design criteria manuals utilized in civil infrastructure projects including standard specifications and/or directive drawings.
- Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to achieve positive results.
- Demonstrates project management skills to direct professional staff.
- Experience managing and administering engineering contracts.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with all levels of Authority management and employees, external groups, and local governments.
- Experience managing, directing, assigning, checking work, and giving instructions to engineers and others.
- Experience in areas of project management, project development and/or design, and construction on transportation civil infrastructure projects.
- Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, flexibility, and judgment.
Benefits
The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, vision, dental, a retirement pension, a telework stipend if applicable, and an array of other options. Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Application Information The STD. 678 is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package. Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed. If applying via postal mail or by dropping off your application, applicants must include JC- 530581 and Deputy Engineering Manager and 311-646-3155-001 in the 'Job Title' section of the STD. 678 to be considered for this position. Please indicate on the STD 678 your basis of eligibility in the "Explanations" field (i.e. SROA, surplus, reemployment, reinstatement, transfer, or list eligible.) NOTE: To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification. To gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin. Location This is a statewide recruitment. Positions may be filled in any of the following High-Speed Rail Authority office locations. Selected candidates will be assigned to the office location closest to their home.