Senior Engineer

Job Overview Senior Engineer – Department: DPW - Engineering. Employment Status: UFCW, Non-Exempt; Full‑Time (40 Hours). Salary: Grade A12, Step 01 – $30.49/Hour to $39.37/Hour. Schedule: Mon‑Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Certifications/Licenses Required: Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License. Responsibilities Perform professional engineering and administrative duties. Manage citywide infrastructure construction programs, coordinating with contractors, developers, city/state/federal departments, and private utilities. Determine if construction workmanship is within specification tolerance by inspecting contract plans and specifications for projects such as highways, buildings, sewers, and drains. Design in‑house projects for highways, site‑work, utilities, and other infrastructure improvements, producing plans, specifications, and cost estimates in accordance with sound engineering principles and city/state standards. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline – required – with at least three years of progressive responsibility in public works operation, construction, engineering, or a related field. Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Science and at least five years of experience in engineering and design of roads and stormwater systems (may be considered). Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License. Strong writing skills. Knowledge of basic mathematics, elementary algebra, and plane geometry. Knowledge of intermediate to advanced engineering field surveying principles. Knowledge of equipment used in engineering field surveying. Advanced knowledge of terminology, symbols, codes, and standard abbreviations used in civil engineering. Ability to code and arrange data according to given order or procedure. Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical literature, laws, regulations, pamphlets, blueprints, plot plans, topographic maps, etc. Ability to use appropriate formulae for determining exact locations and measurements. Ability to interpret and apply written instructions. Knowledge of OSHA regulations and requirements. Demonstrated working knowledge of federal and state regulations. Knowledge of public bidding rules; preparation of bid packages including product specifications and bid review. Demonstrated working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, HydroCAD, GIS, PermitEyes, Microsoft Word, and Excel. Knowledge of metal detectors, measuring tape, survey equipment, and drafting equipment and techniques. Benefits Recurring sick time. Vacation. Thirteen holidays per year. Retirement plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Chicopee