Job Description

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to provide technical engineering and administrative support for infrastructure and public improvement projects and systems. This is accomplished by identifying needs, developing and reviewing plans and specifications, designing solutions, coordinating with departments, reviewing proposals and plan documents, coordinating inspections, and responding to inquiries. Other duties include attending public meetings regarding City projects, preparing maps, performing legal research, and coordinating special projects as assigned.

FLSA status: Exempt

This is a continuous recruitment and open until filled. Telework opportunities available depending on the operational needs of the Engineering Department.

• Performs professional civil engineering work by assisting in the review of construction plans for any activity in the City's jurisdiction
• Provides additional support by attending meetings interacting with internal and external customers to provide assistance as needed and consulting with other departments.
• Monitors code compliance by reviewing drawings and designs for compliance meeting and coordinates with other agencies; assisting with development of ordinances, standards and codes; researches new methods; enforces all local, state and federal requirements.
• Investigates and responds to questions or concerns; interprets City policies and regulations; types and sends technical correspondence; and performs other engineering duties and related work as assigned.
  
   

Education and Experience:
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or closely related field; and
• One to three years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• the practical application of engineering science and technology.
• design techniques, tools and principles including the use of blueprints and drafts.
• materials, methods and the tools involved in construction and repair of civil structures.
• civil land surveying.
• applicable state and federal laws.
• mathematics and their applications.
• relevant equipment use, policy, design and procedure to promote a safe and secure work environment.
• field work, drafting engineering design and inspections.

Skill in:

• using logic and reasoning to identify complex problems and develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• identifying the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions and approaches.
• judgment and decision making by considering relative costs and benefits of potential actions.

Ability to:

• read and interpret engineering plans and drawings, specifications and maintain records and reports.
• use deductive reasoning, problem sensitivity and inductive reasoning to find general solutions and conclusions.
• speak clearly and precisely using effective English language skills.
• communicate orally with customers and the public using a telephone or in one-to-one or group settings.
• lead and communicate with coworkers effectively.
• perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others.
• choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
• read, write, and understand information and ideas in an effective manner.
• produce written documents and reports with clearly organized thoughts.
• work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public.
• work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• meet the mental and physical demands of the job.

• Valid North Carolina driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Compensation details: 72571.2-112486.4 Yearly Salary

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