Job Details

Overview

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

Job Posting: Construction Engineer. Department of Transportation. JC-493903. Construction Engineer. Salary: $11,437.00 - $14,315.00 per month. Final Filing Date: 10/27/2025.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Position located in Santa Barbara County. Hybrid telework may be available.

Job Description And Duties

Under general direction of the Construction Office Chief, the incumbent serves as a Construction Engineer and/or as a Resident Engineer on a complex project (or group of projects) requiring a large staff to monitor the contractor's operations. Responsibilities include directing the processing of payments to contractors and change orders; planning, organizing, and directing the difficult engineering and administrative tasks of the District Construction Field Office; and directing the processing of Construction Contract Claims. Possession of a valid certificate of registration as an Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required.

PARF# 05-6-539/ JC- 493903.

Eligibility and Qualifications

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Engineer exam. For those who do not have current eligibility and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please search by classification title via CalCareers.

Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If basing eligibility on education, include unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Foreign transcripts/degrees require a U.S. equivalency evaluation.

Special Requirements include possession of a valid driver's license when operating a State owned or leased vehicle. A Statement Of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with the State application. The SOQ must address the specified evaluation criteria and not exceed two pages in length.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including presentations.
• Knowledge and experience tracking cost, scope, schedule, and operating budgets; identifying and resolving issues.
• Knowledge and experience in project delivery, highway construction and design.
• Ability to independently lead teams.
• Experience managing complex projects and preparing contingencies.
• Ability to develop and strengthen partnerships through communication and collaboration.

Resumes and other materials will not be considered as responses to the SOQ.

Working Conditions and Travel

Work location: 35 S. La Patera Lane, Suite E, Goleta, Santa Barbara County. May require field exposure to hazardous conditions; wear hard hat, safety vest/shirt, and eye protection in the field. Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required. This position may be eligible for telework; in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Some business travel may be required.

Application Instructions

Final Filing Date: 10/27/2025. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected. Complete application packages via CalCareers. Include STD 678 form (or apply electronically), and required documents. SOQ is required; include it with your state application. See the posting for details on required documents and submission methods.

How to Apply: Electronic applications through CalCareers are highly recommended. If submitting hard copy, send to the address listed in the posting and ensure required items are included. If you need accommodations for the interview process, request at the time of scheduling.

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

Benefits: Click to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

EEO Notice: The State of California is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Contact Information

Human Resources Contact: Alyssa Baxes (279) ###-####; ...@dot.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact: Nicole Ando (805) ###-####; ...@dot.ca.gov

EEO Office: Caltrans EEO Office, (844) ###-####; ...@dot.ca.gov

Note

Closed on weekends and state holidays. The State application (STD. 678) is required and must be completed thoroughly. Include JC-493903 and title when submitting by mail. Electronic applications are encouraged.