Engineer Assistant I- Planning and Development- Fire Protection (Civil Service)

Job Summary Engineer Assistant I applies entry‑level engineering principles in planning, designing, preparing and testing projects to develop and maintain the public infrastructure and/or fire protection systems of the City of Dallas. Essential Functions Inspects and monitors construction or maintenance projects to ensure compliance with design specifications and contractual agreements. Coordinates technical support and management for construction‑related activities. Provides assistance to inspectors and supervisors to facilitate their job duties. Analyzes engineering project problems and makes recommendations to ensure projects conform to departmental requirements and city, state and federal regulations. Under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer or other project manager, modifies and develops engineering plans and finds engineering solutions for problems related to city infrastructure and/or fire protection systems. Participates in updates to construction standards and specifications, helps develop constructability review checklists and other guidance documents related to design projects. Prepares and develops customized reports for program managers and project managers. Assists in developing scopes of work, tasks, milestones, and project budgets to forecast design and construction schedules and optimize process operations. Communicates with other departments, citizens, consultants, contractors, and other government agencies to coordinate activities and provide information about projects. Visits project sites in the field to report on project implementation and prepare documents and reports regarding inspections, plan‑review activities, and other findings. Checks, tracks, and monitors invoices for review and approval; coordinates meetings with consultants and utility companies. Performs other work required or assigned. Knowledge and Skills Ability to manage entry‑level engineering projects, review and understand design plans, read and interpret engineering specifications. Intermediary knowledge of math and engineering principles. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with citizens, consultants, contractors, and other departments. Excellent technical writing skills. Strong interpersonal and active listening skills; ability to handle challenges positively. Written composition skills for project documentation, letters, memos, and emails. Ability to conduct research, compile relevant data, analyze data and write comprehensive reports. Knowledge of project‑scheduling techniques and budget forecasting for construction projects and system operations. Ability to establish and maintain effective rapport with management, city officials, vendors, other agencies, employees, and the public. Basic knowledge of city regulations, departmental standards, fire‑safety codes, and state and federal regulations affecting engineering design and operations. General knowledge of computer software packages. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering from a program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering Technology (EAC/ABET). License and Certifications: Current Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certificate issued within the United States, or a copy of official FE Examination results from the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES). Other Requirements: May require valid driver’s license and good driving record; may involve field‑work and inclement weather conditions; must be able to work full time in office unless directed otherwise. Experience: Some positions may prefer candidates with experience or knowledge in fire sprinkler, fire alarm, or MEP systems. Salary Range $60,569.60 – $73,528.00 (starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications). City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Dallas