Engineering Jobs in Contra Costa California

ABOUT VERUS

Verus is a boutique, employee-owned engineering and technical services firm specializing in industrial automation, controls, SCADA systems, process engineering, and consulting. Founded in 2015, we serve clients across the West Coast with offices in California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington. Our name comes from the Latin word meaning true, authentic, and honest — and that’s exactly how we operate.

We’re not a massive corporation. We’re an agile team of industry leaders who take ownership in every project and treat each other like family. Our culture is built on trust, humility, and a shared passion for solving complex problems. If you’re looking for a place where your work matters and your voice is heard, you’ll feel right at home.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re looking for a Human Resources Manager to join us at our Concord Office who understands the unique dynamics of a professional services firm. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll shape the employee experience from recruitment through development and retention. You’ll be the steward of our culture — ensuring that as we grow, we stay true to who we are.

The ideal candidate has worked in engineering or consulting environments and understands that our people are our product. You’re someone who builds genuine relationships, navigates complexity with empathy, and brings structure without bureaucracy.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead talent acquisition strategy to attract top engineering and technical talent across all Verus offices

• Own the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, engagement, performance management, development, and offboarding

• Manage payroll, benefits administration, and compensation benchmarking to ensure competitive positioning

• Develop and execute retention strategies that reinforce our employee-ownership culture and keep our best people engaged

• Drive professional development and training programs that help our engineers and consultants grow their careers

• Oversee compliance with employment laws and safety regulations across all operating states

• Administer and champion our Health and Safety program in partnership with project and office leadership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on organizational development, workforce planning, and succession strategy

• Foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect that reflects the Verus principles

• Support the development and enforcement of HR policies aligned with our Business Management System

WHO THRIVES AT VERUS

Successful people at Verus share a few common traits: they’re authentic, accountable, and genuinely care about the people around them. They’re humble enough to learn from anyone and tenacious enough to follow through on commitments. They have a “can do” attitude, a good sense of humor, and they understand that culture isn’t something one person creates alone — it’s something we all build together, every day.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a professional services, engineering, or consulting environment

• Demonstrated experience with full-cycle recruitment of technical and engineering professionals

• Strong knowledge of multi-state employment law, payroll administration, and benefits management

• Experience developing and administering workplace safety programs

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to connect across all levels of the organization

• Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable operating with autonomy in a lean organization

WHY VERUS

• Employee-focused: your success is the company’s success, and vice versa

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits

• A genuine, people-first culture where respect and collaboration aren’t just words on a wall

• The opportunity to shape the people strategy of a growing, dynamic firm

Our Defense SATCOM Product Team is looking for a dedicated Product Manager to lead the strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle of our defense satellite communication products — delivering reliable connectivity for mission-critical land and maritime operations.

As a Product Manager at Cobham Satcom , you will play a pivotal role in defining and driving our defense product portfolio to ensure high performance, long-term growth, and alignment with evolving market and mission needs. You’ll be responsible for shaping the direction of our SATCOM technologies that keep people safe, connected, and operational when communication matters most.

Your Mission

• Lead end-to-end product lifecycle management from concept through sustainment and obsolescence
• Define and execute the product roadmap aligned with defense mission requirements and technology evolution
• Conduct quarterly product reviews against KPIs: revenue, margin, backlog, and customer satisfaction
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Finance to resolve product issues and optimize investments
• Develop pricing and commercial strategies supporting margin goals and competitiveness
• Translate Voice of Customer insights into roadmap updates and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support bids, proposals, and business cases with product positioning and cost models
• Ensure compliance with export control , configuration management , and quality standards

As our Product Manager at Cobham Satcom, your qualifications should ideally be:

• Proven experience in product management within satellite communications, defense systems, or related high-technology sectors
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of hardware-based SATCOM products , including terminals, modems, and RF systems
• Skilled in performance management, pricing, lifecycle cost analysis , and cross-functional leadership
• Demonstrated ability to translate customer and market requirements into actionable product strategies
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline (advanced degree preferred)
• Familiarity with Atlassian Tools Suite (Jira, Confluence, Bamboo, and Bitbucket) is a plus
• Experience with RF communications , VSAT systems , or military/defense applications is an advantage
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) per export control requirements
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a strong ability to influence and collaborate across teams

The salary range posted for this position is $150,000-170,000

Application

Cobham Satcom is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Cobham Satcom to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

If you have questions regarding the role, please contact Lead Recruiter Shafiq Shahrani at . We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible, as applications and interviews will be processed continuously.

Successful candidates must pass a background check before commencing employment with Cobham Satcom.

Your Future Workplace

At Cobham Satcom , we are connecting the future — safeguarding people and ideas through secure and resilient satellite communications. We are a global telecommunications company developing technology that keeps people safe and connected on land and at sea when it matters most.

Our approximately 500 employees worldwide are inspired by our mission and work together with strong team spirit in a diverse, multidisciplinary environment. It will be an exciting and rewarding journey — and if you are up for the challenge, we look forward to hearing from you.

Learn more about Cobham Satcom at:

Schultz Industrial is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead industrial services projects across the West Coast. This role is responsible for managing projects from initial planning through execution and closeout while ensuring strong performance in safety, schedule, cost, and quality.

This position works closely with field leadership, estimating, project controls, and operations teams to deliver complex projects in refinery, industrial maintenance, and turnaround environments.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution & Leadership

• Lead full lifecycle management of industrial services projects
• Develop and execute construction and field execution plans
• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors
• Lead Superintendents and Site Managers across active projects

Safety & Operational Excellence

• Promote a strong safety culture aligned with Schultz safety standards
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and customer safety requirements
• Maintain consistent field presence at active job sites

Financial & Commercial Management

• Own project financial performance including job costing, forecasting, and profitability
• Manage contract requirements, scope changes, and change orders
• Track and report key project performance indicators

Client & Internal Coordination

• Maintain strong relationships with customers and site leadership
• Partner with Business Development, Estimating, Asset Management, and Project Controls
• Support project planning, job walks, and scope development

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve field productivity and standardize processes
• Capture lessons learned and support operational improvements

Qualifications

Experience

• 5+ years of experience managing industrial or specialty services projects
• Experience in environments such as:
• Refinery
• Petrochemical
• Industrial maintenance
• Turnarounds
• Energy or heavy industry
• Background in scaffolding, insulation, coatings, or soft craft services preferred

Leadership

• Experience leading field supervisors, superintendents, or site managers
• Strong planning, communication, and problem-solving skills

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of job costing, project scheduling, and KPI tracking
• Contract administration and change management experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project reporting tools

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or business preferred
• PMP certification is a plus

Other Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel to customer sites as needed

Job Title - Maintenance Technician -

Work Location - Hercules, CA - 7 AM to 3.30 PM - Monday to Friday

Pay - $42 - $45/hour

We are seeking senior Facilities / Utilities Maintenance Technicians to support a regulated manufacturing site during a potential labor disruption. Technicians will maintain and troubleshoot facility and utility systems supporting production and controlled environments, ensuring safe, compliant, and continuous operations. Candidates may come from electrical or mechanical backgrounds but must have strong experience with industrial utilities and building automation systems in GMP or cGMP environments

How You'll Make An Impact:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility and utility systems supporting manufacturing operations.
• Troubleshoot and maintain electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems serving production and control rooms.
• Support building automation and monitoring systems, including Siemens APOGE, Assent Compass, Lab Watch, and Rees.
• Maintain utilities including CDA, nitrogen, chilled water, cooling water, hot water, steam, pure steam, RODI water, refrigeration, wastewater, and exhaust systems.
• Install replacement parts and new equipment per safety, engineering, and GMP requirements.
• Perform daily equipment rounds, record readings, and complete documentation.
• Maintain accurate CMMS documentation including work orders, job plans, and spare parts.
• Support audits, inspections, investigations, CAPAs, and change controls.
• Ensure electrical work complies with NFPA 70E, NFPA 70B, NEC, and IEEE standards.
• Coordinate and oversee outside contractors.
• Respond to after-hours or emergency service calls as required.

What You Bring:

• High school/trade school diploma, GED, or equivalent (e.g., ITC/NTC and above). Associate degree in electrical or mechanical field preferred
• 6–10 years of Facilities / Utilities Maintenance experience
• Experience in pharmaceutical, medical device, food processing, or other GMP/cGMP-regulated environments
• Hands-on experience supporting production-critical utilities
• Building Automation Systems (BAS) experience; Siemens APOGE strongly preferred
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently
• Preferred / Value-Add Skills
• PLC troubleshooting experience (programming not required)
• Freeze-dryer / lyophilization support experience
• Universal Refrigeration Technician certification
• Experience supporting shutdowns, startups, or high-pressure operational environments

Title: Utility Construction Project Manager

Role: Full time travelling to project sites

Base Salary:125-150K based on experience

Job Summary

Project Managers are responsible for managing assigned construction projects. Project Managers serve as the primary contact with owners/clients and must continually foster a positive relationship with all parties involved. Project Managers generate and monitor cost estimates, prime contracts, schedules, subcontracts, and owner as well as subcontractor change orders, RFI’s, and process submittals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work alongside Division Managers, Superintendents, and Foremen to plan, organize, and direct activities in conjunction with road and site construction project plans

• Coordinate total cost estimates for a particular bid/project as assigned

• Check bid source files to ensure the latest information is available prior to bid day

• Reviews proposal specifications and drawings and attends pre-bid meetings

• Generates RFI’s necessary to establish a competitive baseline

• Performs material take-offs and mathematical calculations accurately

• Determines the type of materials, equipment, labor, and subcontractors required

• Monitor and control projects through administrative direction of on-site foremen to ensure the

project is completed on schedule and within budget

• Represent the company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings

• Work with the contract administrator to manage financial aspects of contracts, protecting the

company’s interest and simultaneously maintaining a good relationship with the customer

• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients

• Upholds all company safety practices and wears appropriate PPE when working in the field

• Formulate reports concerning such areas as work progress, costs, and scheduling

• Other related duties and projects as assigned

Key Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or another related major

• Experience working on PG&E projects is highly desired

• 5+ Years of utility construction project management

• Ability to estimate projects and develop cost proposals

• Strong time management and prioritizing abilities

• Strong written & verbal communications skills

• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications

• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Microsoft Project &

Excel

• Ability to demonstrate team building, leadership, and mentoring skills

• Travel requirements to job sites

o Must be able to maintain a valid driver's license if travelling

The Organization

Contra Costa Health (CCH) is an integrated public health system within Contra Costa County government responsible for the health and well-being of more than 1.1 million residents. As the County’s largest department, CCH employs approximately 5,500 staff and operates with an annual budget of approximately $4 billion.

CCH delivers care and services across a broad and highly integrated continuum spanning acute care, ambulatory services, managed care, behavioral health, public health, and community-based programs. Core components of the system include:

• Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC), a 167-bed acute care hospital serving as the County’s primary safety-net hospital
• Nine community-based health centers and clinics, collectively providing more than 550,000 ambulatory visits annually
• Detention Health Services, providing 24/7 medical, mental health, and substance use services within County correctional facilities, ensuring continuity of care, medication management, crisis intervention, and coordinated discharge planning to support safe transition back to the community.
• Contra Costa Health Plan (CCHP), serving approximately 270,000 members across Medi-Cal, Medicare, and commercial lines of business and operating as the Single Plan Model for Medi-Cal managed care in the County
• Behavioral Health Services, delivering comprehensive mental health and substance use services
• Community Health and Safety divisions, including Public Health, Environmental Health, Emergency Medical Services, Hazardous Materials, Health, Housing & Homeless Services, and Community Response

The Position

Chief Financial Officer

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer of Contra Costa Health, the Chief Financial Officer serves as the senior financial leader and strategic advisor for the department. The CFO is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all financial strategy and operations, including budgeting, financial reporting, revenue cycle oversight, capital planning, and regulatory compliance.

The CFO leads the Finance Division of approximately 160 staff and provides fiscal leadership for an integrated public health system with an annual operating budget of approximately $4 billion.

Direct Reports:

• Three Deputy Chief Financial Officers (Hospital/Health Centers; Health Plan; Controller/General Programs)
• Assistant Director – Contracts/Procurement
• Assistant Director – Revenue Cycle (Position Under Development)
• Director of Patient Financial Services
• Director of Financial Counseling

Key Stakeholder Relationships:

The CFO works closely with the County Administrator’s Office, Auditor-Controller, Treasurer, Information Technology, Human Resources, Labor Relations, and the Board of Supervisors.

Experience/Qualifications

Education

• Possession of a master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Business, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or a closely related field.

Experience

• Ten (10) years of full-time financial management experience in a healthcare environment, including at least five (5) years in an executive-level role within a large, diverse program or public agency providing healthcare to the public.
• Demonstrated experience in complex healthcare systems; experience spanning both delivery systems and managed care environments is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of public reimbursement structures and fiscal strategy across funding streams, including Medi-Cal, Medicare, and supplemental funding programs.
• Experience operating in unionized environments and supporting labor negotiations through financial modeling and analysis.
• Strong financial planning, forecasting, and analytical expertise, including budget development, revenue cycle oversight, capital planning, and enterprise financial reporting.
• Experience leading enterprise financial systems modernization initiatives, including ERP optimization, cost accounting implementation, and large-scale operational system projects.
• Demonstrated project management capability involving complex, cross-functional initiatives.

Certifications (Must hold at least one within one (1) year of appointment)

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) issued by the State of California
• Certified Health Financial Professional (CHFP) issued by the Healthcare Financial Management Association
• Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) issued by the Association of Government Accountants
• Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) issued by the Government Finance Officers Association

Licensure

• Valid California driver’s license (or ability to obtain).

Substitution for Education:

The qualifying Master’s degree may be substituted with both:

1. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health, Business or Public Administration, Social or Behavioral Sciences, Health Sciences, Social Work, Finance, Accounting, Architecture, Engineering, Construction/Project Management, Urban Planning, or Facilities Management; and
2. A minimum of three (3) additional years of relevant work experience, including at least two (2) years in an executive-level role within a large, diverse program or public agency providing health or human services to the public.

Compensation

For the selected candidate, a complete and competitive compensation package will be offered which includes salary target of $434,126-$527,682 dependent upon experience, deferred compensation, a full suite of benefits, and up to $10k may be approved for relocation assistance on a case-by-case basis.

Company Overview:

UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems Integration services to public and private clients. With a spirit of cooperation and partnership, UNICO focuses on responsiveness, delivering value, and meeting and exceeding our clients’ expectations.

UNICO is a fast-growing consulting firm with significant opportunities for upward mobility. UNICO supports professional development and continuing education. Fun, flexible work environment and competitive compensation and benefits. Please send your resume with detailed experience. Include job references for past employment and experience.

Job Description:

UNICO is seeking an Area Lead - Senior Resident Engineer with experience leading local, state and federally funded transportation contracts for projects located in the Northern California Bay Area. Must have 10+ years relevant industry experience, familiar with transportation, transit or operational facilities type projects. Type of infrastructure projects include civil improvements, structural facilities, electrical and mechanical systems, underground utilities, earthwork, TOD, etc. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.

The Area Lead - Senior Resident Engineer will be responsible for successful completion of construction projects. Specific responsibilities include being an owner’s representative, attending and running client and contractor meetings, reviewing plans and specifications and ensuring compliance with documents, providing project documentation in the form of letters, RFI/Submittal responses, change orders, etc., overseeing field inspection, supervising project inspection teams, and providing technical guidance and quality assurance, maintaining project controls including cost and schedule management. Must have experience working in a team environment, and have the ability to direct and supervise field construction activities and staff, office engineering, inspection, materials testing, field contract administration, and to act as liaison with clients/owners, consultants, contractors, design professionals, public involvement and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications:

• Must have experience with proposal preparation and client management
• Must have the ability to direct and manage staff
• BS in Construction Management, Civil, or Structural Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer in California
• 10+ years of industry experience, 5 years managing construction projects or working as a resident engineer for a public agency
• Aptitude and passion to help win work
• Possess a valid driver's license and clear DMV record
• Must have the ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check

Competitive Salary and generous benefits including health, vision, dental, life, disability, 401(k), PTO and paid holidays. Energizing, fast paced, nimble and expanding company with plenty of career growth opportunity.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, UNICO Engineering considers applicants for all positions without regard to race (including natural hairstyles), color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, age (40 and over), medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex (including sexual harassment, sex stereotypes, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information/characteristics, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic or activity protected by law.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.