Engineer Designer Aa

Job Description

Works under the general supervision of a traffic engineer or lead engineer in the Traffic Engineering Department. Performs general traffic investigations and general analysis of pertinent data such as surveys, traffic flow, signal timing, land use, construction phasing, parking occupancy, accident history, and pedestrian routes. Manages the City's traffic calming program by ensuring all requests are maintained properly. Performs general design responsibilities in the development of plans for traffic signals, striping, traffic control, plats, specifications, contract documents and cost estimates for the construction, maintenance and alteration of city facilities.

Works with the technical staff in the completion of plans and specifications, collection of field data, and field inspections. Researches new developments in engineering techniques and makes recommendations accordingly. Communicates with professional and non-professional individuals regarding traffic operations projects, city policies and regulations, etc. Conducts site visits to ensure engineering projects meet federal, state, and local requirements. Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software, GIS, Hydraulic Modeling Software, and equipment to perform calculations and to prepare maps and other documents.

Assists in the planning and design of engineering projects in an assigned traffic engineering area and follows general directions in the evaluation and substantial adaptation of standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria as needed. Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned. Requires the ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, with management, staff and the public.

Requires the ability to conduct site visits involving traversing uneven land on foot. Requires the ability to understand engineering plans and drawings. Requires the ability to operate computer, various office equipment and software. Requires the ability to operate an automobile. Majority of work is performed in an office environment with some outdoor work required to visit work sites. Must travel independently throughout the city to attend meeting and conduct site investigations.

Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications and/or experience Engineering Grades & Minimum Quals Gen.
14 - Engineering Designer A (055ED) Annual:$56,102.54 - $85,841.60 Payperiod:$2,157.79 - $3,301.60 Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or currently in school with the ability to obtain degree within six (6) months as a condition of continued employment. Must possess a certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or have the ability to obtain certification within twelve (12) months of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as a condition of continued employment.

Gen.
15 - Engineering Designer AA (054ED) Annual:$60,029.58 - $92,456.00 Payperiod:$2,308.83 - $3,556.00 Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and two (2) years of professional civil engineering experience and possession of an Engineering
- In
- Training Certificate (EIT); or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions.

Experience with AutoCAD, Terra Model software, and GIS preferred. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as a condition of continued employment.

E.17 – Design Engineer (052DE) Annual:$72,907.90 - $ Payperiod:$2,804.15 - $4,136.12 Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and four (4) years' experience in civil engineering design with emphasis in an engineering field appropriate to work assignment with at least two (2) of those years in a supervisory/lead capacity; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions.

License to practice engineering in the State of Tennessee or a state that has reciprocity with Tennessee. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as a condition of continued employment.

E.18 – Design Engineer Sr. (051DE) Annual:$82,385.94 - $ Payperiod:$3,168.69 - $4,436.17 Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and seven (7) years of…