DESIGN ENGINEER

About the role

The role of Design Engineer is to assist the Public Works Engineering Managers in performing engineering services required to support the planning, design, and construction activities within the City. This position will be responsible for the development and design of utility and transportation related projects in support of all Public Works projects and includes but is not limited to pipe replacements, stormwater/drainage design, intersection improvements and other small roadway projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design of utility and transportation related projects including but not limited to pipe replacements, stormwater/drainage design, intersection improvements and other small roadway projects.
• Perform professional engineering and related administrative work involving the research, design, construction, and related activities in City engineering work.
• Maintain design work for compliance with engineering standards, codes, and best practices.
• Independently perform the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering design projects.
• Manage multiple assignments and meet established project schedules.
• Guide and mentor junior staff and Engineering Interns through project lifecycles.
• Provide training to staff as needed on project design related changes.
• Collaborate with other city divisions and agency partners as needed.

Requirements

• Equivalent experience as above without a PE license.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (or equivalent), be registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Idaho, and a minimum of 3 years of Public Works, utility, or transportation design engineering experience as a licensed engineer or equivalent levels of knowledge and experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of computer applications in three-dimensional roadway and intersection design using AutoCAD Civil3D, AutoCAD, and/or Microstation, InRoads, Open Roads Designer.
• Knowledge of computer applications including Excel, Word, Adobe, PowerPoint, and other related software.
• Experience in the preparation and development of construction documents, plans, quantities, and estimates using design manuals, ISPWC and City Codes.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PERSI Retirement Plan, with 11.96% employer contribution
• 401k & 457 Retirement Plans
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (at least 4 weeks per year)
• Life Insurance with AD&D
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-Funded HRA
• VEBA Health Savings
• Wellness Program & Rewards
• Opportunity for student Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Harward Recreation Center Discounts
• Other Great Benefits!