Utilities Service Project Engineer - Trainee

General Statement of Job Performs professional engineering work and provides supervision in the design, review, and inspection of various capital improvement projects relating to water and wastewater utilities; Work is performed under general supervision of the CIP Manager. Performs related duties as required. Essential Functions

• Assists with the preparation of a variety of estimates, designs, and specifications for a variety of capital improvements projects conducted by in-house staff and consultants.
• Participates in the preparation of specifications, maps, plans, profiles, field notes, and designs of capital improvement projects.
• Assists in providing project management and engineering work on capital improvement projects.
• Assist with review of bids and proposals.
• Assists with preparation, authorization, and monitoring of construction permit compliance, inspects projects, prepares cost estimates, and initiates action for noncompliance.
• Works in conjunction with consulting engineers and other governmental agencies on the coordination of capital projects.
• Communicates with contractors and the public both verbally and in writing providing technical information relating to engineering projects.
• Prepares and provides public presentations and reports on capital improvement projects as required.
• Supports all utility divisions as required.
• Performs field inspections as required.
• Participates in related committees and attends after hours meetings as required.
• Provides analysis of operational efficiencies and engineering studies associated with the operation of the Utility System.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Comprehensive knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices
• Comprehensive knowledge of modern design, construction, and maintenance methods
• Thorough knowledge of land and engineering survey systems
• Thorough knowledge of engineering drafting techniques

Skilled in:

• Technical design and analysis
• Preparation and interpretation of plans and specifications
• Technical report writing
• Oral and written communication
• Use of engineering software tools

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Express technical ideas clearly and concisely
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Adapt to evolving codes and technologies

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with hydraulic modeling and computer-aided design (CAD).

POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check
• Certification/License Verification
• Drug and Alcohol Screen

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Possession of an Engineering in Training Certificate from the State of Florida, or eligibility to obtain within 6 months of hire date.
• Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.