The incumbent will be under the direct supervision of the Chief Engineer, P.E. or his/her designee.  This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.

 Duties:                  

• Coordinates and meets with other divisional sections and corporate divisions to coordinate activities and projects.
• Supervises engineering support staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work, conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; and making, hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
• Performs project management activities to include preparing reports, memorandums and recommendations.
• Developing scope of work, providing technical reviews;
• Surveying for projects, evaluating proposals, monitoring project process, approving payment, and recommending award of projects.
• Prepares engineering designs, plans and specifications, collects data and performs research.
• Troubleshoots systems and equipment.
• Reviews work performed by engineers.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level as required by CUC and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Education:   Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering. Registration as a Professional Engineer pursuant to the National Council of Engineering Examiners standards in either the civil, mechanical or electrical branch.  Experience of five (5) or more years as a professional engineer.

Knowledge of:  Engineering principles and practices; mathematical concepts, construction principles; project management principles; safe work practices; applicable Federal, State, and/or Local laws, rules, and regulations. 

Skills in: Interpreting and applying Federal, State, and/or Local laws, rules, and regulations; reading and interpreting scaled drawings for construction contracts; preparing a variety of technical reports and/or documentation; presenting technical information to management, public groups, and other related individuals; interpreting and preparing specifications, plans, and cost estimates; conducting studies. Able to use computers and related software applications; communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, supervisor, the general public, and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

• Licensing:
  • Professional Engineer License
  • Valid Driver’s License with appropriate class.

All applicants may be tested and all applicants are subject to pre-employment drug test.