Design Engineer I or II

Job Title

This position assists the Assistant Public Works Director/City Engineer with technical and professional engineering functions.

• Performs technical design; plans, surveys, and designs roadways, drainage systems, grading, erosion control plans and other plans as needed
• Provides engineering management and guidance for construction work; reviews engineering land surveys; reviews easement plats and narratives; resolves problems involving easement plats and narratives
• Assists with preparation of engineering section of department operating budget; makes recommendations concerning capital improvement projects
• Provides technical support to the Public Works department in the collection and analysis of civil engineering data; prepares studies and reports
• Assists in managing MS4 permits and stormwater program which includes public and private partnerships
• May perform project management; drafts bid documents and specifications
• Assists in developing long and short-term plans, goals and objectives
• May prepare for and present project concepts, designs, and/or status to any City board or committee as assigned
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Design Engineer I:

• Bachelor's Degree in a course of study related to the occupational field
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an internship or having had a similar position for one year
• Working knowledge of relevant CAD software preferred. Proficiency in using computer equipment and computer experience with Microsoft Office suite products
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver's License issued by the State of Tennessee for the type of vehicle or equipment operated
• Certification as an Engineer in Training

Design Engineer II:

• Certification as a Professional Engineer.
• Experience specific to the major duties of the position for at least four (4) years.
• Proficiency in CAD software relevant in current industry.
• Experience completing complex designs and studies preferred.