Engineer I, II
City of Clearwater, FL - clearwater, FL
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Salary: See Position Description Location : Clearwater, FL Job Type: Full-time Job Number: Department: Public Utilities Opening Date: 10/03/2024 Closing Date: Continuous THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Position Description TARGET ENTRY SALARY: ENGINEER I: $85,696 - $94,265 (Depending on Qualifications) ENGINEER II: $99,204 - $109,124 (Depending on Qualifications) POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED Under limited direction, the Professional Engineer and Senior Professional Engineer provide professional level technical and specialized engineering work for the design, construction, protection, and maintenance of City infrastructure. Current recruitment is for our Public Utilities Department. Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions : -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Serves as project engineer and performs project management and engineering tasks for various complex projects; performs technical civil engineering tasks in the field and office, reviews reports and construction plans for compliance with City codes and proper engineering design standards. Checks, evaluates, and reviews plans, specifications and reports submitted by private engineering consultants are compatible with other infrastructure projects and conform to the City's overall goals and objectives. Provides various engineering advice in regard to proposals made, specifications and standards as to the soundness of design, theory, and construction practice. Performs and conducts inspections in the field, observes operations, and determines quality of work and compliance with City standards. Conducts, coordinates, and participates in various public informational meetings for proposed projects; interacts and engages with citizens to resolve problems, conflicts, and provide for public improvements. Assists and participates in the formulation of engineering standards and specifications and office policy; conducts engineering studies and evaluations, compiles information, and makes other recommendations. Identifies needed improvements and assists with changes to policies and standard operating procedures to increase efficiencies. Manages, monitors, and handles engineering consultant contracts; provides feedback and general information regarding contract status and details; sets agenda items, monitors project status, and conducts extensive meetings during project implementation. Frequent consultation with internal divisions, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders as required in the analysis, design, review of studies/reports/plans/specifications, and inspection of construction work for compliance with engineering criteria. Ability to serve as Engineer of Record for minor in-house projects. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, engineers, employees, and others, and deal with public relations problems effectively, courteously, and tactfully. Assisting the general public with engineering related information requests. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment: A valid State driver's license is required. Current State of Florida Professional Engineer License or current Professional Engineer License from another State that can transfer within six (6) months of hire date is required. Education and Experience: ENGINEER I: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering degree; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. ENGINEER II: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering degree AND two (2) years of professional engineering experience as a Professional Engineer; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Supplemental Information Knowledge of - Modern civil engineering terminology and principles Mathematics through trigonometry and its application to field surveying and engineering computations Professional engineering tasks and practices Construction, inspection, and maintenance of construction projects Department policies and protocols Skill in - Planning and designing difficult engineering projects Inspecting work for compliance with plans and specifications Negotiating with regulatory agency staff to obtain construction/operation permits Preparing budgets and construction estimates Manage multiple projects and ensure completion Plans, designs, reviews, and manages difficult or challenging engineering projects Establishing and maintaining good relationships Dealing tactfully with the public Operating a computer with general proficiency FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE: Health and Wellness initiatives • 100% employee health care coverage • Option for dependent health care • Life Insurance • Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan • Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan • Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Competitive Salaries • Tuition assistance • Training and development opportunities • Travel compensation • Military leave • Bereavement leave • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE: Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Competitive hourly rates • Flexible schedules • Training and development opportunities • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS. 01 What level of Driver's License do you currently possess? CDL A CDL B Regular (E) ID Only Out of State None of the above 02 What is your highest level of education? Masters Degree or higher Bachelors Degree Associates Degree High School Diploma or GED Certificate Completion of 10th grade Less than 10th grade education 03 Do you possess a Professional Engineering License? Yes No 04 If you answered Yes to the above question, what is your PE License #? 05 How many years of professional engineering experience do you have as a Professional Engineer? No experience Less than 1 year of experience 1-2 years' experience 2-5 years' experience 5 or more years' experience Required Question
Created: 2024-10-15