Senior Engineer (Transportation)

The City of Fremont's Public Works Department is recruiting for:

Senior Engineer (Transportation)

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The Public Works Department - Engineering Division

The Engineering Division, which falls under Public Works, consists of Design Engineering, Development Engineering, Construction, Civic Facilities, Transportation, Survey, and Real Property sections. The division reviews all proposed land development projects in the City and executes the design and construction of public projects such as streets, parks, and public buildings. 

HOW TO APPLY
The first review of applications is November 30, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (PT). This recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) is required.

SELECTION PROCESS
The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing [email protected].

CONTACT US
For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: [email protected]
 
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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Senior Transportation Engineer Class Specification

Under administrative direction, supervises major, large scale transportation engineering projects for the Engineering division; performs professional transportation engineering work; performs related duties as required.

Class Characteristics 
 
This is a supervisory classification in the Engineering series.  It is characterized by the responsibility to lead technical staff and cross functional Engineering project teams. Project teams may include members from Design, Development, Construction and Transportation. Work will include project management and coordination of a wide range of large scale projects. This class is distinguished from the Associate Engineer classification by the complexity of projects assigned and supervisory responsibility over technical and project staff.

• Develops and manages cross functional teams from across Public Works divisions to complete major, complex City transportation projects.
• Plans, schedules, supervises, and evaluates work of subordinates involved in projects.
• Creates and executes project work plans and required revisions as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Identifies required resources and assigns responsibilities.
• Develops and direct technical training program for work group.
• Acts as the Manager in the absence of the Principal Engineer.
• Assists in the screening and selection of technical staff, preparation of performance evaluations, and salary increases.
• Participates in complex traffic studies.
• Manages day-to-day operational aspects of projects.
• Manages projects, schedules, and budgets, while meeting quality objectives.
• Participates in the plans and specifications for traffic signals and related projects including the review and awarding of contracts.
• Participates in the annual traffic signal project priority list.
• Coordinates and oversees the preparation of project design submittals for permitting, bidding, and/or Transportation.
• Serves as Transportation Designer of Record.
• Coordinates project specific public works activities with other City departments, divisions, sections and outside agencies.
• Assists in the development and implementation of engineering policies and procedures.
• Coordinates and oversees Transportation inspection services and/or Transportation phase services, as required. 
• Reviews Transportation engineering work prepared by other Transportation engineering staff. 
• Communicates technical information fluently to non-technical audiences. 
• Manages design teams.   
• Determines project responsibilities by identifying project phases and elements and assigning personnel.
• Determines project specifications by studying requirements and performance standards.  
• Completes technical studies and prepares cost estimates.
• Controls project costs by approving expenditures.    
• Prepares project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends and recommending actions. 
• Attends and makes presentations before the City Council, City Planning Commission, and other public and private groups.

Marginal Functions

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:  Engineering principles, programs, procedures, practices, forms, and techniques pertinent to functions of the section supervised; the principles of supervision; materials, practices, and methods employed in Transportation Engineering of streets, parks, and other public works, laws and regulations governing the formation of assessment districts and public works Transportation; and budgeting as practiced in public agencies. 
Skill in:  The application of engineering principles; preparation and presentation of clear and concise written and verbal reports and the ability to deal effectively with engineers, developers, contractors, property owners and the general public.
Ability to:  Work in a standard office setting with extensive use of written documents, computers, and the telephone; travel throughout the City on improved and unimproved terrain to inspect public works sites; attend community and professional meetings both as a participant and a meeting leader.

Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position. 

Education/Experience
 
Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be education and/or experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil engineering and five years of professional Transportation engineering experience at the fully qualified working level.

Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements

Possession of valid registration as a traffic engineer or civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers required. Dual registration is highly desirable. This classification requires the ability to travel independently within and outside the City limits.  Positions in this classification require possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License by the time of appointment.  Failure to possess or maintain the valid required license shall result in discipline up to and including termination of employment.  This classification requires the ability to travel independently within and outside of City limits.

Physical and Environmental Demands

NOTE: Position requires approximately 20-30% field work and demands can vary daily and by assignment.

Rare = < 10%, Occasional = 11-33%, Frequent = 34-66%, Constant = >66%

Sitting:  Occasional to Frequent (more for field work)
Walking:  Occasional
Standing:  Occasional to Frequent (more for field work)
Bending (neck):  Occasional to Frequent
Bending (waist):  Occasional
Squatting:  Rare
Climbing:  Rare
Kneeling:  Rare
Crawling:  Rare
Jumping:  Never
Balancing:  Rare
Twisting (neck):  Occasional
Twisting (waist):  Occasional
Grasp - light (dominant hand):  Occasional to Frequent (desk items, mouse, plans, papers)
Grasp - light (non-dominant):  Rare
Grasp - firm (dominant hand):  Rare
Grasp - firm (non-dominant):  Rare
Fine manipulation (dominant):  Frequent (writing, keyboarding)
Fine manipulation (non-dominant):  Occasional (keyboarding)
Reach - at/below shoulder:  Occasional to Frequent (desk items, mouse)
Reach – above shoulder level:  Rare

Push/pull:
Up to 10 lbs.  Occasional
11 to 25 lbs.  Rare
26 to 50 lbs.  Never
51 to 75 lbs.  Never
76 to 100 lbs.  Never
Over 100 lbs.  Never

Lifting:
Up to 10 lbs.  Occasional (papers)
11 to 25 lbs.  Rare (camera, binders)
26 to 50 lbs.  Occasional (35 lb. heavier/larger plans)
51 to 75 lbs.  Never
76 to 100 lbs.  Never
Over 100 lbs.  Never

Carrying
Up to 10 lbs.  Occasional
11 to 25 lbs.  Rare
26 to 50 lbs.  Rare
51 to 75 lbs.  Never
76 to 100 lbs.  Never
Over 100 lbs.  Never

Coordination:
Eye-hand:  Required
Eye-hand-foot:  Not-required
Driving:  Required

Vision:
Acuity, near:  Required – when/if driving
Acuity, far:  Required – when/if driving
Depth perception:  Required – when/if driving
Accommodation:  Required – when/if driving
Color vision:  Required – when/if driving
Field of vision:  Required – when/if driving

Talking:
Face-to-face contact:  Required
Verbal contact w/others:  Required
Public:  Required

Hearing:
Normal conversation:  Required
Telephone communication:  Required
Earplugs required:  Not required
Hard hats may be required in Construction sites

Work environment:
Works indoors, works outdoors, exposure to extreme hot or cold temperature, being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature / humidity (outdoors), exposure to dust, fumes, smoke, gases, odors, mists, or other irritating particles (Transportation sites), exposure to excessive noise (sites), exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces (sites), using computer monitor, works around others, works alone, works with others.