Engineer V

Under general direction, performs professional and very complex engineering work of a responsible administrative, technical and/or supervisory nature in directing an engineering work unit in the City of Mountain House; may function as a technical specialist; and does related or other work as required.

This is the specialized level in the engineering series. An employee in this class may function as a manager who is responsible for planning, coordinating, directing and supervising the work of an engineering unit, and/or may function as a high-level professional specialist in the unit. Incumbents also support management in areas of personnel, budgeting, planning and policy/procedure development.

• May supervise and direct subordinate engineering, administrative and technical personnel in the planning, development, design and construction of a variety of public works projects and programs.

• Reviews and approves plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of construction projects; plans and conducts feasibility studies for water control, drainage, traffic, road, and, bridge projects.
• Consults with management and administration regarding the establishment of engineering policies and procedures; recommends establishment of division policies, procedures, training and related activities.
• Confers with, advises and supervises engineers in charge of projects; supervises enforcement of contractual obligations; coordinates a variety of public works projects with other agencies.
• Gives technical engineering advice and may confer with other officials and department heads.
• Represents the department and the City and acts as liaison with other governmental agencies, contractors, and the public regarding general engineering matters and problems; may attend City Council or other meetings.
• Prepares ordinances and resolutions for action by the City Council.
• Assists in the preparation and administration of department budgets, as assigned.

Either Two years as an Engineer IV or equivalent Or Two years of professional experience as a Registered Civil Engineer in an organization performing diversified public works activities.

Graduation with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Licenses & Certificates: (1) Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer as issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors; (2) Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of public administration, supervision and management; principles and practices of civil engineering; engineering construction, and maintenance work carried out in the City; methods and materials used in engineering construction and maintenance; computerized engineering and office systems.

Ability to:
Plan, direct and administer the work of an engineering unit; apply engineering principles and practices, at an advanced level, to problems of work; assign, train, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinate staff; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Physical and Mental Requirements:
Mobility
— Frequent operation of keyboards, sitting for extended periods, standing for long periods, walking, pushing/pulling, bending, squatting, driving, climbing stairs or other objects; occasional crawling.
Lifting
— frequently 5 - 30 pounds or less; occasionally 30 – 70 pounds; occasionally restraining, lifting/turning heavy objects.
Vision
— Good vision; frequent reading and close-up work; normal hand and eye coordination.
Dexterity
— normal dexterity with frequent writing and repetitive motion.
Hearing/Talking
— Frequent hearing and talking on the telephone and in person.
Emotional/psychological
— Frequent public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required.
Special conditions
— may be exposed to dust and varied outdoor conditions; may require occasional overtime, weekend or evening work.