Engineering Aide (Part-time)

The Position East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) has five (5) openings and invites candidates who have the appropriate qualifications to apply for these part-time (PT) intern positions in the following areas:

• Construction Management Section of the Construction Division (based in Orinda)
• Civil/Structural Design Section of the Design Division (based in Oakland)
• Facilities Engineering Section of the Engineering Services Division (based in Oakland)
• Water Resources Projects Section of the Water Resources Planning Division (based in Oakland)
• Mechanical and Instrumentation Engineering Section of the Design Division (based in Oakland)

PT Engineering Aides are expected to work full-time during school breaks and part-time (approximately 19 hours a week) during the academic year. The position may offer some hybrid schedule opportunities, however throughout the entire internship, PT Engineering Aides are expected to be available for on-site work at their respective reporting locations in Oakland or Orinda, California.

The Engineering Aide will assist professional engineering and technical personnel by performing the following typical tasks:

All Engineering Aides:

• Use PCs for preparing reports, memos, graphics, and databases.
• Presenting project findings and results (technical and non-technical) to management and other EBMUD staff.

Construction Management Engineering Aide

• Supporting the office engineering for construction projects including review of submittals, responding to requests for information, review of quality control plans, and interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Assisting with field work on construction projects including resident engineering and inspection.
• Organizing, analyzing, and presenting construction project data in a tabular and graphical manner.

Civil/Structural Design Engineering Aide

• Assisting in the design of pumping plants and reservoir structures, including foundations, anchorage systems, and site drainage.
• Supporting the Project Engineer with site visits and field data collection.
• Providing construction support by reviewing construction submittals & RFIs, preparing preliminary cost estimates, performing life-cycle evaluations, and marking up contract and as-built drawings.

Facilities Engineering Aide

• Performing field measurements and developing design drawings and details in AutoCAD for workspace improvements, including architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing and electrical alterations and upgrades.
• Conducting building product research online; coordinating with vendors to obtain samples for review of materials and finishes.
• Learning ADA and/or building code requirements for office, bathrooms and locker rooms and parking layout.

Water Resources Projects Engineering Aide

• Learning, developing, using hydrologic/hydraulic simulation computer models to analyze rainfall/runoff, open channel and floodplain flows.
• Ensuring hydropower license requirement compliance for the two largest reservoir facilities; Supporting the dam safety program with research related to regulatory requests (State and Federal) which includes understanding relevant technical studies and compiling analysis results and findings.
• Analyzing, evaluating, and reporting for long term water supply planning and water shortage contingency planning.

Mechanical and Instrumentation Engineering Aide

• Assisting in the design of pumping plants and reservoir structures, including pump/tank selection, valving, controls instrumentation, and piping.
• Supporting the Project Engineer with site visits and field data collection.
• Providing construction support by reviewing construction submittals & RFIs, preparing preliminary cost estimates, performing life-cycle evaluations, and marking up contract and as-built drawings.

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.

Requirements

1. Completion of the twelfth grade, or its equivalent; and, 2a. Current enrollment in an undergraduate level accredited engineering or related technical degree program, with completion of at least 60 semester units (90 quarter units); OR 2b. Current enrollment in a graduate level accredited engineering or related technical degree program; OR, 2c. Recent completion (within 12 months) of an undergraduate or graduate level accredited engineering or related technical degree program.[CC6.1]

3. Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
4. Must possess the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the class. Must be willing to work outdoors in a variety of climatic and geographic conditions. Must be willing to work overtime as needed.

Ideal candidates will have:

• For all Engineering Aide roles: o Excellent command of spoken and written English. o General computer skills including Microsoft (MS) Excel, MS Word, MS Project, MS PowerPoint, MS Sharepoint, Bluebeam Revu, and Adobe Acrobat. o Understanding of engineering economics and/or statistics.
• If applying for Construction Management Engineering Aide o Knowledge and experience in the application of construction materials and methods. o Experience and comfort in a physical work environment which involves climbing, stooping, and standing for long periods of time. o Ability to apply effective verbal and written communication skills and emotional intelligence to work through challenging situations which involve conflict.
• If applying for Civil/Structural Design Engineering Aide o Knowledge and experience in civil and structural engineering principles. o Familiar with concrete and steel design. o Experience in civil and structural software such as AutoCAD, SAP2000 or Civil3D and Revit is not required but is considered a plus.
• If applying for Facilities Engineering Aide o Good communication skills in understanding clients’ operational needs for workspace improvements and for collaboration among various disciplines in completing design and installation. o Knowledge and experience in AutoCAD. o Basic ability of spatial visualization for efficient and functional workspace design that enhance both ergonomic and aesthetic qualities.
• If applying for Water Resources Projects Engineering Aide o Strong analytical and communication skills, including the ability to interpret data, write clear technical summaries, and ask questions when learning new material. o Familiarity with engineering tools or introductory exposure to modeling programs (even from class projects). o Basic understanding of hydrology or hydraulics concepts from coursework (e.g., rainfall runoff, surface water processes, fluid mechanics).
• If applying for Mechanical and Instrumentation Engineering Aide o Knowledge and experience in mechanical engineering principles, particularly fluid mechanics. Familiarity with pump/valve curves and hydraulic modeling software (PipeFLO, AFT Fathom, OpenFlow, EPANet) is a plus but not required. o Strong analytical and communication skills, including ability to ask questions and draft clear technical responses without support from artificial intelligence (AI). o Interest and ability to perform site visits.
• 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/.

The Selection Process Visit www.ebmud.com to submit your EBMUD application online by Friday November 20, 2026. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted. Application materials faxed, mailed or delivered to EBMUD will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to clearly specify your experience. Applicants presenting the best combination of job-related qualifications will be reviewed for further consideration. Submit transcripts either as an attachment to your online application; OR send via email to: jobs@ebmud.com

NOTE: This part-time/temporary opportunity will not result in the establishment of a civil service list.

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.

Supplemental Information 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.

Benefits

Part-time Benefits includes: * All benefits are prorated based on hours worked

• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays
• Long-term disability insurance
• Bike/walk stipend or public transit subsidy
• 401(k), 401(a) and 457(b) tax-deferred retirement plans; Roth 401(k);
• Opportunities for professional growth including training and career development.

Temporary Full-time, Temporary (T) employees are eligible for health benefits but are not members of the EBMUD Employees' Retirement Plan and do not have civil service status.