Associate Engineer

Associate EngineerThe City of Norwalk is seeking a motivated Associate Engineer to join its Public Services Department. The Associate Engineer will perform a variety of challenging and complex professional office and field engineering work under direction. This includes performing a wide range of civil engineering duties in the planning, design, construction, and administration of public works and capital improvement projects for City streets, traffic signals and streetlights, water distribution and treatment facilities, wastewater collection systems, stormwater facilities, and development projects; applying sound engineering principles and exercises independent judgment in managing projects from concept through completion while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and best practices; may assist with the management and coordination of the division's operations and maintenance programs and activities including maintenance, repairs, inspection, and system improvement; supports regulatory compliance; coordinating with staff, contractors, consultants, and other agencies to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the City's infrastructure; ensuring compliance with current industry practices, codes, regulations and ordinances; ensuring work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; responding to questions and inquiries from the general public, developers, contractors, engineering professionals, and City staff regarding engineering and developmental projects; and performing related work as required.Essential DutiesEssential duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Develops comprehensive engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and contract documents for the design and construction of public works and capital improvement projects. Prepares scopes of work, engineering studies, design plans, technical specifications, and construction cost estimates for streets, traffic signals, street lighting systems, water distribution and treatment facilities, wastewater collection systems, stormwater infrastructure, and other municipal public works facilities. Assists with the oversight of the design and delivery of capital improvement projects by coordinating with consultants, contractors, utility providers, regulatory agencies, and City staff; oversees the work of professional engineering consultants as assigned. Performs construction management and contract administration activities, including field inspections, progress meetings, change order review, payment recommendations, project documentation, and final project closeout. Reviews engineering plans, specifications, calculations, development proposals, and construction documents for technical accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable engineering standards, codes, regulations, and City ordinances. Performs engineering calculations, technical analyses, and plan reviews related to public infrastructure, development projects, and municipal engineering programs. Participates in procurement activities by preparing Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), bid documents, and technical specifications; evaluates proposals and bids and recommends the selection of consultants, contractors, and vendors. Conducts technical research, analyzes engineering and operational data, and prepares technical studies, master plans, reports, City Council agenda reports, presentations, and recommendations for City management, commissions, and the City Council. Develops, monitors, and manages project schedules, budgets, expenditures, and performance to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Prepares and administers applications for grants, permits, and regulatory approvals from federal, state, regional, and special district agencies; monitors compliance with grant requirements and funding agreements. Prepares, reviews, or coordinates regulatory compliance reports related to municipal utilities and public infrastructure systems. Serves as a technical resource and liaison to City departments, elected officials, developers, engineers, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, utility providers, and members of the public. Maintains complete and accurate project records, contract files, engineering documentation, and correspondence throughout the project lifecycle. Ensures project compliance with applicable federal, state, regional, and local environmental regulations, permitting requirements, engineering standards, and industry best practices. Performs related engineering and project management duties as assigned.Qualification GuidelinesKnowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering related to the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of public works infrastructure; applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and engineering standards; preparation of engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents; surveying, construction inspection, materials testing, and contract administration; project management, budgeting, scheduling, and regulatory compliance for public utilities; and experience with engineering software applications, including AutoCAD and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Ability to: Perform civil engineering related work including design, construction management, inspection, and administration of public works and capital improvement projects; prepare, review, and interpret engineering plans, specifications, reports, cost estimates, and technical documents; perform engineering analyses and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and contract requirements; manage multiple projects and coordinate the work of consultants, contractors, agencies, and other stakeholders; prepare clear and concise reports and presentations; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships; and exercise sound professional judgment in resolving engineering and project-related issues; and complete tasks independently with the appropriate sense of urgency. Education and/or Experience Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Example combinations include: A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field and three years of progressively responsible work in the field of civil engineering. Required Licenses and Certificates Due to the performance of field duties, an incumbent is required to drive a City vehicle in the course of business and is therefore required to possess, provide and maintain a valid California driver license and proof of an acceptable driving record. Ability to obtain a California EIT Certificate within the first year of employment. A valid License as a Professional Civil Engineer from the State of California Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is desirable.Supplemental InformationPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Demands Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, or public works facilities. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate drafting instruments, computers and various pieces of office equipment.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and smell.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.SELECTION PROCESS Apply online at Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Applicant must be specific in describing qualifications for this position on application. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. Faxed materials or postmarks will not be accepted. Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Candidates with qualifications that best relate to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuation in the selection process. The selection process will include an oral interview and other testing processes designed to predict successful job performance. The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim veteran's preference an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran is one who has served in the United States armed forces and who has received an honorable discharge. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling the Department of Human Resources at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled examination/interview date. The City of Norwalk, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability, sex, or sexual orientation in its employment actions, policies, procedures or practices.BenefitsBenefits for General Unit Employees Retirement: Membership in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS) is as follows: Employees hired after January 1, 2013 who are new to Cal-PERS, or are returning members with a break in service greater than six months, will be enrolled into the 2% @ 62 retirement plan formula and will be required to pay up to 50% of the "normal costs" currently 8.5%). Returning members with a break in service less than six months may be enrolled into the 2% @ 55 retirement plan formula and will be required to pay 7% of their reportable compensation (employee contribution), if eligible. Furthermore as a result of PEPRA, CalPERS will take into account prior service at a reciprocal retirement system (or