Civil Engineer

Job Type: Full Time
Department: 
Engineering
Salary Range: 
$66,190.19 - $83,464.56
Job Description:

Responsible for performing technical and engineering planning, designing, estimating, and providing engineering services associated with multiple, concurrent municipal infrastructure projects.  An employee in this class works under the general supervision of the Project Division Manager and is evaluated based on conferences, review of completed work, and observation of demonstrated skills. Receives close supervision on unusual or difficult problems, and general review of all aspects of work. Does not have managerial responsibilities. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

  • Acquires basic knowledge and develops skills in a specific practice area. 
  • Applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment. 
  • Exercises limited judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional work. 
  • Reviews private developments for compliance with design standards and regulations.  
  • Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience. 
  • Acquires an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities. 
  • Collects data and gathers information or documents. 
  • Performs standard computations or analysis. 
  • Prepares drawings and visual aids. 
  • Observes construction activities. 
  • Performs basic survey work. 
  • Performs basic design tasks. 
  • Assists on other tasks such as: preparation of permit applications, material testing, drawings, and computer-aided design (CAD) work. 
  • Interacts with staff, general public, officials, and contractors. 
  • Performs other related job duties as assigned.  

 

QUALIFICATIONS 

 

Education and Experience: 

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program; and zero (0) to three (3) years of experience in engineering design work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.   

Special Qualifications: 

  • Possession of a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle.  Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. 
  • North Carolina Certified Engineer-Intern or ability to obtain certification within two (2) years from start of employment 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

  • Knowledge of computer technology. 
  • Knowledge of the principles, practices, regulations and techniques of Civil Engineering including environmental, construction, transportation, water and wastewater, etc. 
  • Knowledge of research methods and the ability to compile and analyze data. 
  • Knowledge of engineering design and construction standards and calculations. 
  • Knowledge of project management, estimating processes, contract administration, computer aided design and Federal, State and Local Codes. 
  • Skills in oral and written communication. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Work in this classification is defined as light work requiring physical exertion of 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, handling and repetitive motions. Work requires dexterity in the hands for typing and operation of standard office equipment and visual acuity is necessary to read handwritten and typewritten materials and to operate a computer terminal. Vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Visual acuity is required for depth perception, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection of products, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Work is primarily performed in an environmentally controlled office environment but requires exposure to outside environmental conditions including extreme heat, cold and noise requiring employee to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level; workplace hazards which may include proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles and atmospheric conditions that may affect the respiratory system including fumes, odors, dust, mists and gases. 

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