Engineer I​/II​/III​/Senior

Position: Engineer I / II / III / Senior

Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Engineer I
This is the first of five levels in the Engineering series. Incumbents perform engineering tasks as assigned. Responsibilities may include assistance in identifying and addressing issues in utility systems and other public works infrastructure; field reconnaissance, surveys, testing and other data collection; engineering calculations, hydraulic modeling, data analyses and other technical assessments; preparation and presentation of reports; plan review and construction inspection to determine compliance with design standards and approved plans and specifications;

assistance with public works design projects; and assistance with project management activities.

Engineer II
This is the second of five levels in the Engineering series. Incumbents perform engineering tasks as assigned. Responsibilities may include assistance in identifying and addressing issues in utility systems and other public works infrastructure; field reconnaissance, surveys, testing and other data collection; engineering calculations, hydraulic modeling, data analyses and other technical assessments; preparation and presentation of reports; plan review and construction inspection to determine compliance with design standards and approved plans and specifications;

assistance with public works design projects; and assistance with project management activities.

Engineer III
This is the third of five levels in the Engineering series. Incumbents perform a variety of professional engineering projects and tasks. Responsibilities may include identifying and addressing issues in utility systems and other public works infrastructure; review and evaluation of surveys, operational records, testing and other data; engineering calculations, hydraulic modeling, data analyses and other technical assessments; preparation and presentation of reports;

review and approval of developer construction plans to ensure compliance with City design standards and specifications; inspection, review, and acceptance of newly constructed public works infrastructure; design of public works infrastructure improvement projects; and project management activities including monitoring project schedule and budget compliance. Responsibilities may include oversight, review and approval of work by lower level employees.

Senior Engineer
This is the fourth of five levels in the Engineering series. Incumbents plan, coordinate, and monitor engineering and construction projects. Responsibilities may include identifying and addressing issues in utility systems and other public works infrastructure; review and evaluation of surveys, operational records, testing and other data; engineering calculations, hydraulic modeling, data analyses and other technical assessments; preparation and presentation of reports;

review and approval of developer construction plans to ensure compliance with City design standards and specifications; inspection, review, and acceptance of newly constructed public works infrastructure; design of public works infrastructure improvement projects; and project management activities including monitoring project schedule and budget compliance. Responsibilities may include oversight, review and approval of work by lower level employees. determining project scope, budget, and schedule;

designing improvements to public utility systems; preparing cost estimates; reviewing and approving the work of contractors; providing recommendations for development of the capital budget; and performing the duties of the lower level.


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* PLEASE NOTE:

THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN THROUGH 9/16/2025 OR UNTIL FILLED.***

Example of Duties

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions - Engineer I

Performs engineering assessments as assigned, including identification, evaluation and resolution of utility system issues. Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data which may include determining what data needs to be collected, performing field reconnaissances, surveys, operational record review, testing and other data collection activities. Performs engineering calculations, computer modeling and other technical assessments. Determines root cause and delivers alternative solutions along with pros and cons, including schedule and budget considerations.

Prepares written reports and presents findings to project engineers and/or supervisors.

Under the direction of a licensed engineer, assists in the design of public works infrastructure improvements, including data collection, design calculations, material and equipment research, deed, plat and easement research, plan and specification preparation, permit application preparation, and cost estimations.

Reviews residential and commercial construction plans to determine compliance with design criteria and the City's Standard Specifications and Details and reports findings to supervisors.

Observes and inspects public works infrastructure construction to determine compliance with approved plans and specifications.…