Engineering Tech - Designer

Public Works Engineer

The City of Lewiston is seeking a Public Works Engineer. This position involves a variety of duties involving technical office and field engineering/inspection work, including the review and design of streets, sewers, water systems, storm drainage, building, and other capital improvements.

The starting salary for this position is $56,126.88 annually. The full salary range is $56,126.88 - $81,631.06 annually. This position is open until filled.

Under the general direction of the Engineering Project Supervisor, perform a variety of duties involving technical office and field engineering/inspection work, including the review and design of streets, sewers, water systems, storm drainage, building, and other capital improvements; perform field surveys during design and construction phases of public works projects; provide technical writing for project applications and documents.

Provide engineering design and drafting services to staff engineers utilizing Auto Desk/Auto Cad Civil 3D or similar software for public works projects. Provide technical writing for capital projects, including grant proposals and applications, technical memoranda, press releases, planning documents, and assisting capital engineers in developing technical specifications. Perform a variety of duties involving technical office, field engineering, and inspection work, including the review and design of streets, sewers, water systems, storm drainage, and other capital improvements.

Perform calculations, drafting, and design related to the preparation of plans and specifications for the construction of streets, sewers, storm sewers, water system facilities, and other public works projects; operate computers and applicable drafting software to draft and design projects. Conduct field surveys during design and construction phases of public works projects; create design and topographic base map drawings from survey data;

maintain records for capital improvement projects as needed. Operate a variety of professional survey equipment including GPS rovers, total stations, data collectors, levels, calculators, and computers. Develop and propose revisions or updates to City engineering standards and specifications. Perform field work and calculations related to engineering studies. Assist in maintaining a current GIS and asset management database of City owned infrastructure, and related GIS maps.

Provide technical assistance to the public, construction personnel, and consulting engineers. Interact in a professional manner with personnel, customers, and other agencies. Perform related duties as assigned.

Must possess a valid Idaho State driver's license. Engineer In Training (EIT) Certification preferred. High school diploma and a minimum of two years of progressive experience in civil engineering technology or a two or four year college degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related field. Progressive experience using recent Auto Desk/AutoCAD design, surveying and drafting software such as Civil 3D or completion of Auto Desk/AutoCAD training courses and college-level coursework is a plus.

Indoor and outdoor work environment, subject to adverse weather conditions; driving a vehicle to conduct work. Sufficient body mobility, flexibility, and balance to perform duties in and around construction sites. Work in or around active traffic and or construction equipment. Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodations, which permits the employee to review and evaluate complex project designs and plans and operate a computer or related equipment.

Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodations, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions, effectively communicate with others in person or on the telephone. Occasionally, lifting or moving components weighing up to 50 pounds. Sufficient dexterity of hand and fingers to operate a computer or related equipment.

City of Lewiston offers a competitive and comprehensive benefit package to all full time employees. Benefits include:
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