Civil Engineer I​/II

Civil Engineer

Performs responsible professional and technical work performing design, permitting construction of major infrastructure and reviewing plans for water, sewer, stormwater, floodplain, streets and subdivisions to ensure compliance with City codes and Uniform Construction Standards and performing engineering calculations and analysis.

Distinguishing Features of the Class:

An employee in this class reviews plans/calculations for compliance with City codes and state laws and regulations related to water, sewer, subdivision, streets, and stormwater. Work includes performing design work, performing complex engineering calculations, preparing engineering reports, environmental impact statement, permit applications, construction plans, technical specifications, bid documents, contracts, etc. for capital projects, and assisting with a variety of other engineering-related tasks.

The employee may manage or work with consultants to perform engineering design, testing, or construction inspection services. Work is performed under the general supervision of the City Engineer and is reviewed through observation, conferences and review of reports and documentation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of City codes and ordinances and related construction standards.

Thorough knowledge and ability to make mathematical calculations as it relates to civil engineering projects.

Thorough knowledge of pertinent State and federal laws regarding transportation projects, stormwater rules, water, sewer and floodplain requirements.

Considerable knowledge of civil engineering design principles, practices and methods.

Knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS and the application of other information technology to the work.

Skill in teamwork, collaborative conflict resolution and customer service excellence.

Ability to interpret and apply federal, state and local policies and procedures, laws and regulations to the assigned work.

Ability and skill in the use of computers, peripheral equipment and related software

Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, blueprints and surveys.

Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Ability to gain cooperation and consensus through discussion and persuasion.

Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, associates, consultants, engineers, elected officials and the general public.

Desirable

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering or closely related field and some experience in professional engineering work or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to obtain licensure as a Professional Engineer is required.

Special Requirements:

Possession of valid driver's license.

Civil Engineer I candidates must possess or be able to obtain Engineering Intern registration within 12 months.

Civil Engineer II candidates must possess a valid North Carolina Professional Engineer license.

Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational support functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, fingering, talking, and hearing.

Must be able to perform light work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Must possess the visual acuity to maintain records and reports, review maps and drawings, inspect work for quality of methods and materials, operate a computer terminal and use measuring devices.