Description
JOB TITLE: Pasadena Water and Power Department Engineering Opportunities
AGENCY: City of Pasadena
LOCATION: Pasadena, CA
FILING DEADLINE: September 4, 2026
SALARY RANGE: $116,421 - $196,258
The Opportunities
The Pasadena Water and Power Department is a community-owned municipal utility providing electricity and water services to its customers. Its priorities include reliability, responsiveness to customers, competitive rates, and environmental stewardship to ensure sustainability and growth for the future. We currently have the following opportunities available:
Principal Engineer & Associate Engineer (Water Resources and Planning)
$157,007 - $196,258 Annually (Principal) $116,421 - $145,526 Annually (Associate)
The Water Resources and Planning division oversees the water resource planning, groundwater sustainability initiatives, and capital investments that support reliable service and long-term resiliency. Through collaboration with regional partners, and as a member agency of The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California and the Raymond Basin Management Board, Water Resources and Planning provides to secure and manage Pasadena’s water future while ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory requirements and advancing innovative solutions for sustainable water management.
For more details about these opportunities, please visit the job brochure at: https://koffassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/FINAL_City-of-Pasadena-Principal-Associate-water-resources-2.pdf.
Capital Projects Manager & Engineer (Water Facilities)
$137,884 - $172,355 Annually (CPM) $136,528 - $170,660 Annually (Eng)
The Water Facilities section is responsible for planning, designing, constructing, and managing Pasadena Water and Power's critical water infrastructure, including groundwater wells, booster stations, reservoirs, treatment plants, and other essential facilities. Focused on replacing aging infrastructure and enhancing system reliability, the section delivers complex capital improvement projects that support the City's long-term water service goals. Working closely with consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and City departments, the section oversees projects from design and permitting through construction and project closeout. The team plays a vital role in maintaining a reliable and resilient water system while delivering highly visible infrastructure investments.
For more details about these opportunities, please visit the job brochure at: https://koffassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/FINAL_City-of-Pasadena-CPM-ENG-facilities-1.pdf
Engineer & Associate Engineer (Water Distribution)
$136,528 - $170,660 Annually (Engineer) $116,421 - $145,526 Annually (Associate)
The Water Distribution section serves as Pasadena Water and Power’s frontline connection to the community, overseeing the infrastructure that delivers safe and reliable drinking water. The section manages water distribution facilities, service installations, hydraulic system planning, and capital improvement projects while working closely with customers, contractors, consultants, and internal operations teams. As one of the most visible and collaborative groups, the Water Distribution section plays a vital role in maintaining system reliability and supporting Pasadena’s long-term water infrastructure goals.
For more details about these opportunities, please visit the job brochure at: https://koffassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/FINAL_City-of-Pasadena-Eng-Associate-water-dist-1.pdf
The City
Pasadena, California is a vibrant and diverse community located at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, just northeast of downtown Los Angeles. Internationally recognized for the Tournament of Roses Parade and Rose Bowl Game, Pasadena offers an exceptional quality of life, blending historic charm, cultural richness, and innovation. The city is home to world-renowned institutions, including the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), as well as thriving business districts, distinctive neighborhoods, and an active arts and cultural scene. As a full-service municipal organization, the City of Pasadena is committed to providing high-quality services through a collaborative, forward-thinking, and customer-focused approach. Residents enjoy outstanding parks and recreational amenities, acclaimed museums and theaters, excellent educational opportunities, and a strong sense of community engagement. With its reputation for excellence, innovation, and public service, Pasadena continues to be one of Southern California’s most desirable places to live, work, and visit.
To be considered, please electronically submit your resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references (references will not be contacted in the early stages of the recruitment) to:
- Water Resources and Planning: https://koffassociates.com/principal-engineer-water-resources-and-planning/
- Water Facilities: https://koffassociates.com/capital-projects-manager-engineer-water-facilities/
- Water Distribution: https://koffassociates.com/engineer-associate-engineer-water-distribution/
For additional information, please contact:
Chelsea Freeman
510.570.3844
Website: https://koffassociates.com/
