Senior Mechanical Engineer

Position Summary The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for varied and complex mechanical engineering projects involving technical supervision over consultants and other staff engaged in the design, construction, and inspection of mechanical facilities and installations. Examples Of Knowledge And Abilities Engineering theory and practice relating to design, operation, and maintenance of mechanical equipment and facilities Methods of organizing and directing engineering project teams Principles of effective supervision Building codes and safety codes governing mechanical installations Engineering economics and financing Construction inspection methods Specification writing and estimating Plan, organize and direct the work of professional and technical staff Make field inspections and surveys Check drawings and specifications Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with County agencies and commercial firms Prepare technical reports and correspondence Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Either Three years of experience in Sacramento County service in the class of Associate Mechanical Engineer; or Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a mechanical engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. AND three years of experience comparable to that in the Associate Mechanical Engineer class in Sacramento County service. Special Requirements Valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment. Some positions require one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field and an additional year to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association; exemptions apply for current County employees with at least two years’ service prior to January1,1996. Appointees may be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. Probationary Period Twelve (12) months. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. For more information, see Reasonable Accommodation Requests – Job Applicant Instructions. #J-18808-Ljbffr