Civil Engineer ; EI

Job Description CIVIL ENGINEER I (EI)

Department:
Department of Planning & Development/Engineering Division Union / FLSA Status:
Non-bargaining / Exempt Employment Status:
Full time

Reports To:

City Engineer/Assistant City Engineer

Working Hours:

Normal business hours, occasional evening meeting attendance SUMMA RYThe Civil Engineer I (EI) is a professional position that provides the Engineering Division with engineering support and technical documentation for both private development and in-house public works projects and performs a variety of technical tasks.

MINIMUM QUA LIFICA TIONSBachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited school and a valid Ohio Engineer Intern Certificate. Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver’s license, must be able to qualify for and remain insurable under the City’s vehicle insurance policy.

• Assists in the review of construction plans for new subdivisions and new commercial projects.
• Assists in the supervision of publicly bid construction projects and contracts including processing payments. Reviews contractor’s certified payroll reports for adherence to Ohio prevailing wage laws.
• Prepares in-house plans, specifications and bidding documents for small construction projects.
• Assists in the review of design engineering proposals and contractor bid documents. Prepares bid tabs.
• Coordinates submission of maintenance bonds and punch list repairs by developers for subdivisions.
• Reviews construction plans for private utility projects.
• Assists in writing reports, prepares documentation for state and federal grants.
• Assists in the calculation of sanitary sewer and water tap fees.
• Assists in the preparation of a variety of plans and reports, including capital improvement plans, OEPA Phase II Storm Water Program reports, asset management plans, infrastructure inventories, and similar reports.
• Provides guidance to and coordinates with Resident Project Representatives.
• Engages with residents on various issues including drainage complaints and city projects.
• Updates standard construction drawings as needed.
• Attends conferences, seminars and workshops to keep apprised of changes in regulations, technology, legislation and new procedures.
• Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge of: principles, practices and procedures of civil engineering; project and infrastructure inspection techniques; government structure and process; safety practices and procedures; department policies and procedures; public relations; construction management; EPA laws and/or regulations; water distribution systems and construction, maintenance and repair; construction codes, specifications and standards; road construction, maintenance and repair; read and understand construction plans, profiles and specifications; utility construction, maintenance and repair;

engineering specific software such as SWMM, HEC-RAS, EPANET, etc. Skill in: use or operation of tools and instruments used in the inspection of construction projects;computer skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, OnBase, etc.; skill in CAD and GIS systems preferred but not required. Ability to: interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture or schedule form; deal with problems involving variables;

recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action;apply management principles to solve engineering/division problems; exercise independent judgment and discretion; define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; communicate with the public both verbally and in writing; calculate fractions, decimals and percentages; prepare accurate documentation; communicate effectively with other professionals, peers, staff, residents and City Council members; read blueprints;

write detailed reports both to the files and for dissemination to the public; develop and maintain effective working relationships; travel to and gain access to work sites;represent the city of North Ridgeville at meetings and conferences in a professional capacity.