Engineering positions are eligible for a sign-on bonus. This is a continuous job announcement. It is not a posting for a specific position. It serves to collect applications for future vacancies. Applications submitted for this announcement will be reviewed for referral to specific positions as vacancies arise.Engineer I/II/ III positions perform engineering functions and provide support to personnel in assigned area. Positions are responsible for researching and analyzing engineering data, reviewing and designing plans, approving and maintaining related engineering information, and providing assistance with project inquiries and concerns.
General Description of Duties - Researches and analyzes engineering data in order to prepare and update plans and correspondence.
- Reviews and designs plans to ensure code compliance for public works, utility facilities, street lighting, water/wastewater management, and/or traffic management engineering projects.
- Completes engineering functions such as inspecting project sites, estimating project costs, and managing the progress of projects.
- Prepares, approves, evaluates, and maintains related engineering reports and other information such as specifications, project invoices, proposals, grant applications, and/or permits.
- Participates in the coordination of project implementation by interacting with the various parties involved.
- Investigates and responds to inquiries and concerns for contractors, staff, the general public, and other organizational agencies.
- Attends or conducts staff meetings to exchange information; attends in-service training and classes, seminars, or conferences to improve professional skills.
- Performs related tasks as necessary such as training and/or supervising subordinate staff.
Required Qualifications VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field. For Engineer I, four years of relevant full-time experience will be assessed in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT : - Engineer I: No experience required for applicants who possess a bachelor's degree; non-degreed applicants must have two years of experience in addition to the degree equivalency.
- Engineer II: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
- Engineer III : In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of five years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. Depending on position, State and/or City certification(s) may be required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications