Engineering Assistant

The City of Germantown is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an alcohol/drug-free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.

City of Germantown public servants exist, first and foremost, to protect and enhance the quality of life of those we serve; every position on the Germantown team has a shared responsibility and accountability to fulfill this purpose. Through the constant alignment of individual actions, behaviors and performance with our organization’s values system, Germantown public servants demonstrate a steadfast commitment to our greater mission of Excellence.

Every day. The expectation for senior leaders is to model The Germantown Way at all times for those they influence and interact with daily.

Under general supervision, supports the engineering team by providing technical assistance, assisting with project activities, and performing various technical and administrative tasks. Prepare engineering drawings, conduct research and review for construction and engineering design or external project submittal for review.

City of Germantown public servants exist, first and foremost, to protect and enhance the quality of life of those we serve; every position on the Germantown team has a shared responsibility and accountability to fulfill this purpose. Through the constant alignment of individual actions, behaviors and performance with our organization’s values system, Germantown public servants demonstrate a steadfast commitment to our greater mission of Excellence.

Every day. As a mission-driven, values-centered organization, the expectation for City leaders is to model “The Germantown Way” at all times for those they influence and interact with daily.

• Assist engineers in the design and development of engineering projects.
• Assist with preparation of technical documentation, including reports, specifications and manuals.
• Conducts base level research and gathers data to support engineering analyses and project decisions.
• Process and review engineering permits, designs and calculations.
• Participate in project meetings, taking notes and tracking action items.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders regarding project updates.
• Scan engineering files and perform other administrative tasks.

• Perform related tasks as required.

• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications
• Ability to use computer-aided design (CAD) software
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

High school diploma with additional college coursework in civil engineering or a related field, or any combination of education, training, and experience providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform essential job functions.

Work takes place in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office setting.

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