Engineer I-III

About the role

The City of San Luis Obispo is seeking motivated and talented candidates for Engineer I–III positions. Two vacancies are currently available—this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a community consistently recognized for its high quality of life. One position is in Public Works, and one is in Community Development. The eligibility list established through this recruitment may also be used to fill future Engineer I–III roles in other departments, including Utilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepares construction drawings and specifications for a variety of City public works projects using AutoCAD and related civil design software to process projects through the City.
• Reviews and evaluates preliminary and final plans and specifications for private development.
• Inspects and evaluates ongoing public works and development projects to ensure compliance with plans and specifications and regulatory agency requirements.
• Conducts surveys, and/or assists survey personnel in obtaining field data and conducts a variety of field construction tests for compliance purposes.
• Verifies and maintains appropriate records and files; prepares comprehensive technical reports and agenda reports related to assignments.
• Presents reports as needed.
• Attends various meetings and makes presentations as a representative of the City.
• Performs a variety of computer and tracking support functions.
• Interacts with the public at the public counter answering questions and issuing permits for construction in the City’s right of way.
• Performs studies, researches files, records, plans, and maps.
• Gathers, assembles, analyzes and interprets field data, and prepares reports.
• Plans, directs, participates, supervises the work product of technicians and interns, and effectively completes assigned projects.
• Administers consultant contracts for support services such as surveying, soil testing, biological studies, etc.
• Collaborates with other departments as needed to complete assignments.
• Provides planning, specification, calculation and cost estimating review of others’ work.
• Reviews construction of projects and assists in maintaining construction documents.
• Reviews and evaluates development plans, maps, and related documents for conformance to City, State, and Federal codes.
• Reviews calculations and issues permits.
• Gathers traffic data, maintains traffic records, conducts traffic studies, and prepares traffic reports.
• Provides assistance to other City employees regarding engineering related matters.
• Performs related duties similar to the example duties in scope and function as required.
• Develops revisions to the City's Standard Specifications and Engineering Standards for review and approval by the City Engineer and adoption by the Council.
• Assists with training and work review of entry level staff.
• Oversees or assists with asset management program and prepares budget requests.
• Applies for and obtains permits from local, State and Federal agencies.
• Applies for and manages grant funding.
• Acts as the Resident Engineer on construction projects and maintains necessary records to satisfy City and / or grant requirements.
• Evaluates and maintains asset management programs.
• Prepares clear and concise ordinances, resolutions, policies, procedures and other written material.

Requirements

• Education and Experience:
  • Engineer I: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field or possession of an Engineer in Training certificate. Two years' work experience in design, construction, surveying, permits, or plan review of civil engineering projects.
  • Engineer II: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field or possession of an Engineer in Training certificate; and Two years' work experience in design, construction, surveying, permits, or plan review of civil engineering projects. A valid certificate of registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) is highly desirable.
  • Engineer III: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field or possession of an Engineer in Training certificate; and Five years work experience in design, construction or plan review of civil engineering projects. A valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California Board for Professional Engineering and Land Surveyors is highly desirable.
• Knowledge and Abilities:
  • Engineer I: Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering applicable to the planning, design, and construction of a wide variety of public works projects; mathematics, design methods, uses and strengths of construction materials and knowledge of soil engineering as they relate to the design and construction of public works; hydrology, hydraulics, and structural design practices and procedures; principles and practices of surveying and construction inspection, including applicable laws and safety requirements; technical report writing; computer systems and applicable software programs.
  • Engineer II: Knowledge of cost estimating and contract administration; pertinent laws and regulations relating to design, construction and development of private and public works; federal, state and local laws and ordinances regarding planning, design, and construction; principles of organization, project coordination, and project scheduling; process for obtaining regulatory permits; detailed City processes and purchasing policies.
  • Engineer III: Knowledge of principles and practices of maintenance and repair of municipal infrastructure.
• Ability:
  • Engineer I: Apply knowledge gained from education in the performance of professional level engineering; prepare engineering plans, designs, estimates, and specifications for a variety of public works projects and complete projects effectively; solve engineering problems, utilizing a variety of civil engineering techniques; use AutoCAD and standard office software such as word processing, spreadsheets and Adobe Acrobat; follow written and oral directions; deal tactfully and courteously with the public, contractors, and representatives of other agencies in providing professional engineering assistance and information; communicate effectively and tactfully in both oral and written forms; prepare staff reports and make presentations; establish and maintain effective work relationships; meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties; maintain activity records, manage documents and infrastructure databases; work in a standard office setting, field environment, and construction zones; use standard office and field equipment.
  • Engineer II: Apply knowledge gained from education in the performance of professional level engineering; prepare engineering plans, designs, estimates, and specifications for a variety of public works projects and complete projects effectively; solve engineering problems, utilizing a variety of civil engineering techniques; use AutoCAD and standard office software such as word processing, spreadsheets and Adobe Acrobat; follow written and oral directions; deal tactfully and courteously with the public, contractors, and representatives of other agencies in providing professional engineering assistance and information; communicate effectively and tactfully in both oral and written forms; prepare staff reports and make presentations; establish and maintain effective work relationships; meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties; maintain activity records, manage documents and infrastructure databases; work in a standard office setting, field environment, and construction zones; use standard office and field equipment; analyze and prepare recommendations for engineering issues; perform routine survey work for projects; perform traffic engineering duties; complete moderately complex projects effectively; provide a high level of customer service to both internal and external customers; work independently or in a team environment as both a participant and as the team lead; prepare, assess, and monitor consultant service proposals, contracts and work product; complete assignments in a timely manner; prepare budget documents; complete regulatory agency permits and grant applications.
  • Engineer III: Apply knowledge gained from education in the performance of professional level engineering; prepare engineering plans, designs, estimates, and specifications for a variety of public works projects and complete projects effectively; solve engineering problems, utilizing a variety of civil engineering techniques; use AutoCAD and standard office software such as word processing, spreadsheets and Adobe Acrobat; follow written and oral directions; deal tactfully and courteously with the public, contractors, and representatives of other agencies in providing professional engineering assistance and information; communicate effectively and tactfully in both oral and written forms; prepare staff reports and make presentations; establish and maintain effective work relationships; meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties; maintain activity records, manage documents and infrastructure databases; work in a standard office setting, field environment, and construction zones; use standard office and field equipment; act as the Resident Engineer on construction projects and maintain necessary records to satisfy City and / or grant requirements; evaluate and maintain asset management programs; evaluate engineering processes and procedures and make recommendations for change; prepare clear and concise ordinances, resolutions, policies, procedures and other written material.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience:
  • Engineer I: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field or possession of an Engineer in Training certificate. Two years' work experience in design, construction, surveying, permits, or plan review of civil engineering projects.
  • Engineer II: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field or possession of an Engineer in Training certificate; and Two years' work experience in design, construction, surveying, permits, or plan review of civil engineering projects. A valid certificate of registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) is highly desirable.
  • Engineer III: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field or possession of an Engineer in Training certificate; and Five years work experience in design, construction or plan review of civil engineering projects. A valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California Board for Professional Engineering and Land Surveyors is highly desirable.
• Knowledge and Abilities:
  • Engineer I: Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering applicable to the planning, design, and construction of a wide variety of public works projects; mathematics, design methods, uses and strengths of construction materials and knowledge of soil engineering as they relate to the design and construction of public works; hydrology, hydraulics, and structural design practices and procedures; principles and practices of surveying and construction inspection, including applicable laws and safety requirements; technical report writing; computer systems and applicable software programs.
  • Engineer II: Knowledge of cost estimating and contract administration; pertinent laws and regulations relating to design, construction and development of private and public works; federal, state and local laws and ordinances regarding planning, design, and construction; principles of organization, project coordination, and project scheduling; process for obtaining regulatory permits; detailed City processes and purchasing policies.
  • Engineer III: Knowledge of principles and practices of maintenance and repair of municipal infrastructure.
• Ability:
  • Engineer I: Apply knowledge gained from education in the performance of professional level engineering; prepare engineering plans, designs, estimates, and specifications for a variety of public works projects and complete projects effectively; solve engineering problems, utilizing a variety of civil engineering techniques; use AutoCAD and standard office software such as word processing, spreadsheets and Adobe Acrobat; follow written and oral directions; deal tactfully and courteously with the public, contractors, and representatives of other agencies in providing professional engineering assistance and information; communicate effectively and tactfully in both oral and written forms; prepare staff reports and make presentations; establish and maintain effective work relationships; meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties; maintain activity records, manage documents and infrastructure databases; work in a standard office setting, field environment, and construction zones; use standard office and field equipment.
  • Engineer II: Apply knowledge gained from education in the performance of professional level engineering; prepare engineering plans, designs, estimates, and specifications for a variety of public works projects and complete projects effectively; solve engineering problems, utilizing a variety of civil engineering techniques; use AutoCAD and standard office software such as word processing, spreadsheets and Adobe Acrobat; follow written and oral directions; deal tactfully and courteously with the public, contractors, and representatives of other agencies in providing professional engineering assistance and information; communicate effectively and tactfully in both oral and written forms; prepare staff reports and make presentations; establish and maintain effective work relationships; meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties; maintain activity records, manage documents and infrastructure databases; work in a standard office setting, field environment, and construction zones; use standard office and field equipment; analyze and prepare recommendations for engineering issues; perform routine survey work for projects; perform traffic engineering duties; complete moderately complex projects effectively; provide a high level of customer service to both internal and external customers; work independently or in a team environment as both a participant and as the team lead; prepare, assess, and monitor consultant service proposals, contracts and work product; complete assignments in a timely manner; prepare budget documents; complete regulatory