Control Systems & Instrumentation Engineer

Salary : $151,632.00 - $184,329.60 Annually

Location : Concord, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 629 - AO - 2025

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Opening Date: 04/28/2025

Closing Date: 5/19/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

GENERAL JOB FUNCTION

Contra Costa Water District is an innovative leader in water management and provides employees with a fast-paced and stable work environment that encourages professional growth and development.

The Mission of the Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) is to strategically provide a reliable supply of high-quality water at the lowest cost possible, in an environmentally responsible manner.

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THE POSITION: CCWD is seeking a qualified and motivated Control Systems & Instrumentation Engineer to support CCWD's water treatment and distribution operations. This position plays a key role in performing a wide range of control system engineering tasks related to the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of CCWD facilities, equipment, and systems.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing projects through all phases-from initial planning and design to construction, implementation, and close-out. This position also serves as a technical expert in control systems and instrumentation, providing critical support to various teams and ensuring reliable and efficient system performance.

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Join us in our mission to provide reliable, high-quality water in an environmentally responsible manner.

Apply today and be a part of our dedicated team at Contra Costa Water District!

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

When working in an office environment, must possess mobility to use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.

When working in the field, must possess strength, stamina, and mobility to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces and operational areas; reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, stoop, squat, and crouch in the performance of assigned duties. Finger dexterity is needed to operate tools, instruments, and equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Employees primarily work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees also work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust, and air contaminants.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Contra Costa Water District is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination based upon race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other actual or perceived status protected under federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on individual qualifications and performance.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

One of the many CCWD goals is to pursue organizational excellence through diversity, equity, inclusivity, leadership, and professionalism. We recognize the strengths of staff creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and improved decision-making resulting from diverse perspectives, and we strive to be a culturally diverse organization that values, recognizes, and supports inclusion.

CONVICTION HISTORY

A condition of employment for all CCWD positions includes successfully passing a Department of Justice Live Scan fingerprint check and completion of the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. Additionally, in compliance with federal law, CCWD participates in E-Verify.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All CCWD employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. As such, CCWD employees may be called upon to support the activities of CCWD during an emergency situation.

Applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process should contact Human Resources at 925-688-8002.

In addition to a competitive salary, for regular-status, non-temporary positions, the Contra Costa Water District offers an excellent benefits package!

International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, Local 21 benefits include:

FULL-TIME BENEFITS ARE LISTED BELOW (PART-TIME BENEFITS ARE PRORATED PER THE MOU):

For additional information and the full details, eligibility, and provisions regarding the District's applicable benefits package, please visit:

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This position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in electrical or electronic engineering, instrumentation or control systems engineering, computer science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Please describe how your background meets or exceeds this requirement, including your degree(s), relevant coursework, training, or related professional experience.

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This position requires three (3) years of professional engineering experience involving electrical, electronic, instrumentation, and/or control systems.Please describe how your experience meets or exceeds this requirement, including specific roles, responsibilities, and types of projects you've worked on.

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Please share any additional qualifications, such as certifications or licenses, that support your candidacy and demonstrate your suitability for this position.

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