Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager

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Please Note: Applications received after January 28, 2026
, will only be considered if the position is not filled.

Helix Water District is a progressive industry leader, providing high‑quality water through an efficient and reliable system. We are currently seeking an Engineering Manager to oversee our engineering construction section. The work we do here at Helix has an impact in the lives and futures of residents and businesses in our community. We want someone who sees Helix as a place to grow, contribute, and make a difference.

At Helix, we don't just build pipelines – we build a sustainable future.

We are looking for a proven leader and motivator who can work closely with staff to maintain and advance the district’s high‑performance, customer‑service‑oriented work environment. We believe that when people are supported and inspired, they can achieve their best work.

Our benefits go beyond the basics, offering comprehensive health coverage, professional development programs and wellness initiatives designed to help our team flourish personally and professionally.

• Competitive Salary: $175,240 – $223,621 per year
• 100% employee premiums paid for all health benefits
• Annual merit increases. Full‑time employees are eligible for 5% merit increases on an annual basis until they reach the top of their pay range.
• CalPERS membership
• Deferred compensation:
  Up to $3,500 matching on 457 plan
• 24 annual days of accrued leave (increases to 29 after 5 years of service, max 37 days)
• 12 paid holidays per year, including 2 floating holidays
• Educational reimbursement up to $4,000 annually for qualifying coursework after one year of employment

As an Engineering Manager you will lead a team of six direct and three indirect staff members engaged in field engineering including survey, utility location, inspection, cathodic protection, and construction management for critical water infrastructure projects.

We are looking for a team player with strong experience and leadership skills who can effectively mentor, coach, influence and motivate a diverse group of team members to accomplish goals and objectives using effective communication, sound judgment, strong initiative, and motivation.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a four‑year college or university.
• Minimum of seven years of professional engineering experience, including design and/or construction management of water utility related projects.
• Minimum of three years of administrative and supervisory experience.
• Valid Class C California driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability under the district’s vehicle insurance policy.
• Certificate of registration as a professional engineer issued by the State of California. Registration must be maintained while in this job classification.
• Pass state of California Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade 3 (D3) test and obtain certification within four years from the date of hire as an engineering manager.
• Valid State of California Qualified Stormwater Practitioner Certificate within four years from the date of hire as an engineering manager.

• Application submittal
• Skills exercise
• First interview
• Final interview

To be considered, please select the APPLY button to complete the online application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of an online application. For a complete list of job responsibilities, please visit our careers page.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Utilities

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