THE POSITION
The City of Dublin is seeking an Assistant Engineer (Civil) or an Associate Civil Engineer to perform a variety of routine to moderately complex civil and/or traffic engineering assignments in support of public works/transportation programs.
This recruitment is being conducted to fill one full-time vacancy in the Public Works Department. The department may choose to fill this vacancy at the Assistant level or Associate level, depending on the qualifications of the candidate pool.
ASSISTANT ENGINEER
Under general direction of the Senior Civil Engineer, performs varied professional civil/traffic engineering work in design, construction, and inspection; coordinates a variety of public works and transportation projects; checks subdivision and related plans; and performs related work as required.
This is the entry level in the professional engineering class series. Positions in this class perform basic professional engineering work and may coordinate the work of technical staff. Appointment to this level requires moderate administrative, analytical and technical skills acquired by some professional training and experience such that completion of the certification with the State of California as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) would afford.
ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER
Under general administrative direction, supervises and performs varied and complex professional civil and traffic engineering work in connection with the design, construction, maintenance and plan reviews of street improvements; may oversee contract compliance activities as they relate to construction contract procedures; and prepare plans, specification, progress reports and other engineering materials; and performs related work as required.
This is the journey level in the professional engineering class series. Positions in this class perform complex professional engineering work and coordinate the work of lower level professional and technical staff. Appointment to this level requires considerable administrative, analytical and technical skills acquired by professional training and experience. Incumbents of this classification are expected to have considerable knowledge in traffic and transportation, right-of-way acquisition, California Map Act, current development and capital improvement projects.
SALARY
Assistant Engineer: $54.91 - $68.63 Hourly | $9,517.84 - $11,897.04 Monthly | $114,214.10 - $142,764.44 Annually
Associate Civil Engineer: $63.86 - $79.83 Hourly | $11,070 - $13,838.07 Monthly | $132,840.50 - $166,056.80 Annually
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
Assistant Engineer
- Prepares all phases of engineering design & drafting, plans & specifications for the construction of streets, street lighting, traffic signals, signing, striping, pavement marking, parks, recreation & parking facilities, storm drains, and other related public works projects;
- Conducts various traffic, transportation and related engineering studies;
- Prepares recommendations, reports, agenda statements and related correspondence;
- Performs independent plan check, review & processing of maps, plans & specifications for conformance to State and City standards;
- Participates in public works inspection and surveying activities including physical field inspections under adverse conditions (heat, cold, noise, hazardous materials);
- Performs a variety of engineering calculations for storm drain facilities, structural stresses, strains & strengths, survey closures, areas, grading & curves and related factors;
- Gathers supporting data; analyzes alternatives; and prepares estimates of time and construction costs; administers design, construction and engineering contracts;
- Monitors capital improvement budgets for assigned projects & programs, including the City's urban run-off program (NPDES);
- Provides information and assistance to Staff, contractors, developers, the public and to others over the telephone and at the public counter; prepare clear and concise written and oral reports to various groups;
- Attends off-site meetings, conferences and seminars during work and non-work hours, and make presentations at these meetings.
Associate Civil Engineer
- Plans, organizes, and directs engineering work in connection with public works construction, traffic studies, maintenance and improvement projects.
- Prepares and supervises the design of engineering plans and specifications for the construction of streets, street lighting, traffic signals, drainage structures, parking facilities and other public works projects.
- Serves as plan check engineer or project manager on routine projects including defining project scope; selecting consultants; negotiating contracts, change orders and amendments; preparing and monitoring project schedules supervises the checking of subdivision plans for conformance to City standards.
- Responds to complaints and assists in resolving problems related to construction of City plans; interprets City plans and policies and works to resolve conflicts.
- Prepares and reviews plans and specifications for accuracy of design and completeness; reviews and sets engineering requirements for major and minor subdivisions, commercial buildings, and residential projects; supervises the checking of traffic signal plans, lighting and signal interconnect plans, and striping plans; supervises right-of-way engineering work; assists in the final inspection of site improvements and public improvement for compliance with City specifications.
- Oversees the preparation of traffic studies and reports.
- Prepares preliminary and final project cost estimates; assists in preparations of capital improvement program and budget; administers agreements and contracts for capital improvement projects; reviews payment requests; coordinates change orders and field directives.
- Presides over bid openings and pre-construction meetings with contractors and design firms; coordinates engineering work with other departmental sections, consultants, public utilities developers and property owners.
- Confers with City, state and other officials to resolve problems involving engineering projects; resolves and assists others in the resolution of disputes between the City and contractors concerning plans, specifications and extra work.
- Prepares or directs the preparation of grant applications, engineering, staff and special reports.
- Assists and directs staff members on complex engineering problems; develops work schedules, assigns tasks, and evaluates performance of program staff.
- Coordinates projects with other businesses, utilities and other City departments.
- Attends meetings and conferences; may make presentations to the City Council, commission and other groups.
- Performs other related duties.
Minimum Qualifications
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate for the Assistant Engineer(Civil) or the Associate Civil Engineer role will be a detail-oriented, proactive professional who thrives in a dynamic municipal environment and is committed to excellence in public works engineering. They perform a variety of routine to moderately complex civil and/or traffic engineering assignments in support of public works/transportation programs. They will possess a strong foundation in civil and/or traffic engineering principles, a working knowledge of public infrastructure projects, and the ability to collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality outcomes.
Training and Experience:
Any combination equivalent to education and experience is likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
ASSISTANT ENGINEER
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Civil Engineering or a closely related field;
Experience: A minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional experience in the field of engineering.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
Possession of a valid California Class C drivers' license and Certificate of Automobile Insurance for Personal Liability. Possession of certification from the State of California as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) is preferred.
ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, traffic engineering or a related field.
Experience: Three years of professional experience in civil engineering work including project design, plan checking and project management; supervisory and construction experiences is preferred.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: Possession of a valid California Class C drivers’ license and Certificate of Automobile Insurance for Personal Liability. Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in Civil or Traffic Engineering is required.
ASSISTANT ENGINEER
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of engineering as applied to public works, infrastructure, traffic, transportation and/or land development.
- Materials, methods and techniques used in the design & construction of civil and traffic engineering projects.
- Principles of engineering survey work, computerized drafting and database systems, and related engineering software applications.
- Applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and engineering standards pertaining to the design and construction of public works, traffic and related engineering projects.
- Customer service techniques.
- Federal, state and local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to assigned areas of responsibility.
Ability To:
- Prepare plans, maps, layouts, specifications and various engineering studies.
- Prepare clear and concise reports and correspondence.
- Communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
- Exercise initiative in analyzing and completing assigned projects.
- Use or learn to use computers to perform engineering designs and calculations, computerized master traffic control and computerized public works inventory systems.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- May coordinate and supervise the work of others, including City Staff and outside consultants.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER
Knowledge of:
- Civil engineering principles, practices and methods of planning, design, traffic, construction and maintenance of public works projects.
- Properties and uses of materials of public works constructions.
- Principles, practices and methods of design for subdivision maps and improvement plans.
- Principles and practices of transportation and traffic engineering.
- Materials, methods, and techniques in the design and construction of civil and/or traffic engineering projects.
- Environmental report process including CEQA and NEPA requirements.
- Applicable federal, state, and local laws pertaining to the design and construction of public works and traffic systems projects.
- Traffic signal maintenance procedures and computerized traffic control systems.
- Principles and practices of mechanical and electrical engineering.
- Principles and practices of construction contract administration and estimating of construction work.
- Federal, state and local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to assigned areas of responsibility.
- Principles and practices of sound business communications.
- Principles and practices of effective supervision.
- Personal computer usage, CAD, spreadsheet and word processing applications.
Ability To:
- Work independently under minimal supervision.
- Outline and analyze engineering data and prepare complete and comprehensive reports.
- Make independent investigations in the review of engineering problems and make recommendations for improvement.
- Utilize personal computers and computer software to perform CAD, word processing, spreadsheet and specialized functions such as master plans, pavement management systems, or data base software.
- Determine priorities, and to plan, assign, and supervise work of sub-professional and professional engineering personnel.
- Evaluate and interpret complex plans, specifications, traffic studies, technical reports and electronic/electrical schematics.
- Express ideas effectively in comprehensive written and oral presentations.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, subordinates, co-workers, consultants, contractors, representatives or other agencies, the general public, using customer service and public relations techniques.
Other Necessary Requirements
Physical Standards:
The physical standard described are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ASSISTANT ENGINEER
An employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk and hear, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to read fine print on blueprints and VDT's; bend and twist to reach files, walk and stand. While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; speak to be heard and clearly understood, sometimes above the noise of heavy construction equipment; bodily movement to move across rough terrain and bridge scaffolding; climb into and out of manholes and trenches, 30 foot ladders and several flights of stairs and climb high banks of uneven terrain; strength to carry a 10 pound ladder up and down stairs; ability to lift and/or maneuver up to 30 pounds; interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; interact with City management, other governmental officials, contractors, vendors, employees and the public.
ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER
An employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk and hear, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to read fine print on blueprints and VDT’s; bend and twist to reach files, walk and stand. While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; speak to be heard and clearly understood, sometimes above the noise of heavy construction equipment; bodily movement to move across rough terrain and bridge scaffolding; climb into and out of manholes and trenches, 25 foot ladders and several flights of stairs; interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; interact with City management, other governmental officials, contractors, vendors, employees and the public.
