Junior Civil Engineer, Water Operations

About the role

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Junior Civil Engineer, Grade 3 for the Water Operations Division within the Department of Public Works. Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Water Operations, the Junior Civil Engineer, Grade 3 will perform a wide array of entry level technical and professional engineering work in the office and in the field. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks associated with construction, repair, and rehabilitation of the City's water distribution system.
• Review plans and applications for construction projects.
• Conduct resident engineering oversight on public and private construction projects.
• Exercise independent judgment in planning and executing work details (assignments received from a supervising engineer).
• Supervise small groups of sub‑professional assistants when needed.
• Interact regularly with contractors, consultants, and the public.
• Work supported and reviewed by experienced supervisors and senior engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Sanitary Engineering OR; An equivalent combination of education, training and five (5) years of engineering project experience