Canton Water Engineer

Salary Starting: $79,545-$116,804 (+$10 - $20/hour in benefits)

Benefits: The City of Canton offers comprehensive health insurance, paid vacations, paid holidays, a retirement plan, and sick time.

• This is a responsible and professional position with lower‑level managerial responsibilities
• Perform professional work which involves the application of civil engineering, surveying, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or project management to the design, oversight, and construction of public works projects
• Work is performed under the general direction of applicable professional staff and is subject to review upon completion
• Assignments are usually broad in scope with the opportunity for the use of professional judgment
• Application of sound technical principles, practices, and judgment at various levels of project design and construction
• Work must be performed in accordance with applicable laws, codes, and regulations
• This position is responsible for the direction of work and manner of accomplishment of assigned personnel
• This is a professional engineering track position
• This position reports to the Department Head, Assistant Department Head, or their designee

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field as deemed acceptable by the Department Head
• At least four (4) years of civil engineering experience or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training as deemed acceptable by the Department Head
• Must possess a valid State of Ohio Driver’s License at all times

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Passing score on Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam
• Possession of a license issued by the State of Ohio to practice as a registered Professional Engineer

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering, surveying, GIS, project management, or any combination of the above as needed by the department
• Thorough ability to utilize a variety of computer software, including, but not limited to AutoCAD Civil 3D, ESRI, Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, and water modeling software
• Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and safety standards as related to engineering design, construction, and related standards and specifications
• Ability to plan projects and prepare related designs, estimates, and specifications
• Skill in the use of engineering and surveying instruments and equipment
• Ability to prepare technical and administrative reports
• Ability to analyze situations and develop workable solutions
• Ability to effectively communicate and present ideas verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as appropriate with elected officials, department heads, city employees, other agencies, the development, engineering, and construction community, the general public, etc.
• Ability to effectively supervise assigned personnel
• Proactive training and continuing professional development

• Assist the Department Head, Assistant Department Head, or their assigned designee in developing, implementing, supervising, and managing various public works projects
• Conduct preliminary studies and prepare designs for public works improvements related to water distribution
• Develop scopes, specifications, estimates, and standards for public works projects
• Prepare loan and grant applications
• Create CAD drawings
• Operate survey equipment including GIS devices
• Consult with developers, architects, engineers, contractors, and others regarding proposed developments, associated utilities, and applicable permits and regulations
• Advise and answer technical questions regarding various projects
• Review and approve construction plans and specifications prepared by consulting engineers, the Ohio Department of Transportation, and others for the City
• Ensure that plans are in compliance with applicable City codes, specifications, and other requirements
• Assist engineering personnel in the design of a variety of public works projects
• Assist in…