Senior Civil Engineer

Job Title

Under general supervision, performs complex technical engineering work in the design and completion of construction, engineering, drainage/flood control, and other Public Works infrastructure; manages large or complex engineering projects; and performs other related duties.

Supervision Received/Exercised

Works under the general supervision of the City Engineer; does not exercise supervisory responsibility. This is the advanced journey level class within the Professional Engineering series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the lower level Associate Civil Engineer by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including managing large or complex engineering projects. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Manages assigned projects, resolves discrepancies between field conditions and design plans, and recommends methods of resolving complex problems.
• Assumes the technical responsibility for coordinating/preparing/reviewing complete projects, including engineering reports, calculations, plans and special provisions in accordance with City standards and codes.
• Makes structural and technical engineering analysis of proposed projects; evaluates need for design changes and makes appropriate recommendations; reviews plans for conformity to uniform codes, local ordinances, and state and federal regulations.
• Performs drafting and computing work; gathers, compiles, reviews and validates calculations and field data for the design, layout and construction of roadway, flood control, infrastructure and related projects.
• Makes field tests and takes samples for laboratory test of materials; inspects jobsites to assure work quality and assure that jobsites and work activities are in compliance with all laws, regulations, policies and safety standards.
• Responds to questions from citizens and agencies on engineering projects and plans.
• Maintains records and files associated with engineering projects.
• Interprets and explains technical specifications, and federal and state rules and regulations.
• Writes technical and analytical reports, and makes technical estimates of a specialized nature in connection with civil engineering projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering, preferably with a municipal or government agency, or closely related experience; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) by the California Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is required.

Required Knowledge of:

· City organization, operations, policies and procedures.

· Fundamental principles, practices and techniques of civil engineering.

· Civil engineering methods and practices for project planning, designs, technical plans, specifications, estimates, and reports.

· Principles of design, construction and maintenance of public works projects.

· Stages in the construction process when defects can be detected, and the types of tests performed on construction materials and components.

· Federal, state, City and county safety and zoning rules and regulations.

· Federal state and American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) standards, protocols, specifications and guidelines for public works construction.

Required Skill in:

· Analyzing issues, evaluating alternatives, and making logical recommendations based on findings.

· Interpreting and applying engineering standards and procedures, Federal and state rules and regulations, and City policies and procedures.

· Reading and interpreting engineering plans and specifications, plats and other related documents.

· Analyzing and evaluating technical engineering data and construction documentation.

· Checking designs, details, estimates, plans, and specifications of engineering projects.

· Reviewing and verifying mathematical calculations.

· Making accurate drawings and maps and keeping accurate field notes.

· Operating a personal computer utilizing complex engineering software applications, including AutoCAD.

· Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with City employees, officials, and representatives from other local, state and Federal agencies.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

· Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment.

· Work may be performed outdoors with time spent in moderate to high temperatures (above 90 degrees).

· Work requires light lifting, carrying, driving and on occasion climbing (up to 4 feet).

· Moderate finger dexterity and near vision is required.

· Work may involve exposure to wet surfaces, moving traffic, construction equipment, occasional loud noise and dust when performing inspections at construction sites.