Associate Engineer I or II

Associate Engineer

The City of Casper is looking for motivated and detail-oriented civil engineers to join our Engineering Department. Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you on our team!

As an Associate Engineer, you'll support public improvement projects that make a lasting impact on the community, from developing construction cost estimates to reviewing private development plans and inspecting ongoing projects.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay with advancement opportunities
• Professional growth and training
• Meaningful work that supports the Casper community
• A supportive team environment
• Work-life balance in one of Wyoming's most welcoming cities
• Health, dental, vision, life, pension, paid time off (80-hours available on your first day), and much more!

Ideal Candidates Have:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field)
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD, engineering principles, and construction practices
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• For Associate Engineer II: 3+ years of experience and PE license preferred

If you're passionate about public service and engineering excellence, apply today to be part of something bigger!

Incumbents are responsible for providing entry-level professional engineering support to public improvement projects. Receives general guidance from the City Engineer and higher-level management staff.

Typical Class Essential Duties:

• Assists with the development of construction project cost estimates; prepares requests for proposals and project plans/specifications; reviews consultant/contractor proposals; and recommends selection of consultants/contractors.
• Inspects construction and field reviews in progress to determine compliance with designs; and initiates change orders.
• Reviews permit requests, plans, specifications and contract documents from private developers; determines compliance with codes, ordinances and laws.
• Maintains records of activities and prepares financial and operational reports.
• Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge (position requirements at entry):
Knowledge of:

• Civil engineering principles, practices, and standards.
• Constructions materials, principles, and practices.
• Mathematical principles.
• AutoCAD, computers and related software applications.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations.

Abilities (position requirements at entry):
Ability to:

• Perform mathematical calculations.
• Operate modern office equipment, software, and operating systems/applications.
• Routinely demonstrate the City of Casper core values.
• Learn, interpret, and explain City policies and procedures.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Prepare and present clear and concise reports.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and direction.
• Follow applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Follow all City safety rules and procedures and immediately report all accidents/incidents or unsafe conditions to a supervisor.

Skills (position requirements at entry):
Skill in:

• Customer service.
• Technical writing.
• Time management.
• Public speaking.
• Organizing, evaluating, and comprehending technical data.
• Preparing, reviewing, and approving construction related designs, drawings, and specifications.
• Operating in a courteous, knowledgeable, and tactful manner with customers, staff and the general public.
• Operating modern office equipment, software, and operating systems/applications.
• Oral and written communication, sufficient to exchange or convey effective information and to receive work direction.
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

Associate Engineer I

Qualifications:

EDUCATION…