Associate Civil Engineer/Assistant Engineer (De...

Associate Civil Engineer: Under direction, as the Professional Engineer (PE) in charge of work performs professional engineering transportation and municipal engineering work for the planning, design, and construction contract administration for capital projects and for the Development Services and Municipal Services Departments. As PE of record provides supervision of Assistant Engineers, Engineering Technicians and other engineering staff. This classification is distinguished from that of the Assistant Engineer in that this classification requires professional registration. Assistant Engineer: Under direction of a registered civil engineer, performs transportation and municipal engineering work for the planning, design, and construction contract administration for capital projects and for the Development Services and Municipal Services Departments. This classification is distinguished from that of the Associate Civil Engineer in that this classification requires fewer years of experience, and does not require registration as a professional engineer by the State. Associate Civil Engineer: Be PE for design and preparation of plans utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D design software for capital improvement projects. Perform complex and technical engineering design calculations. Prepare engineering reports, specifications and cost estimates for capital improvement projects. Advise contractors, consulting engineers, and property owners/developers of regulations and codes related to the construction of improvements. Prepares oral and/or written reports for City Council, staff and management as appropriate. Select and manage consultant professional services contracts. Advise contractors, consulting engineers, and property owners/developers of regulations and codes related to the construction of improvements. Administer/Supervise construction projects, conducts field inspections of projects to ensure contract enforcement, prepares oral and/or written reports for staff and management as appropriate. For full job description click here Assistant Engineer: Design and coordinate preparation of plans utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D design software for capital improvement projects. Perform complex and technical engineering design calculations. Prepare engineering reports, specifications and cost estimates for capital improvement projects. Coordinate engineering activities with other City departments and outside agencies. Advise contractors, consulting engineers, and property owners/developers of regulations and codes related to the construction of improvements. Act as resident engineer for construction projects. Coordinate contract administration of capital improvement projects. For full job description click here Associate Civil Engineer: Knowledge of: Methods, materials and techniques used in the construction of public works, and municipal services projects. City engineering policies and procedures. The application of computer programs to solve complex engineering problems. Familiarity with federal funding sources including FHWA, FAA, and Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures is desirable. Ability to: Perform complex civil engineering work involving responsibility for major development services, and municipal services projects from design through completion. Make complex engineering calculations utilizing both calculator and personal computer programs. Perform technical research and prepare detailed engineering studies and reports. Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D for design and the preparation of contract plans. Education, Experience & Special Requirements: Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Typical education would include a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college, university, or equivalent. Typical experience would include five years of progressively responsible, relevant experience using civil engineering principles. Possession of the appropriate valid California driver's license, or the ability to acquire one within ten days of appointment. Registration as a professional engineer by the State of California or in another state that has reciprocity, and must obtain California registration within one year of employment. For the full list of Qualifications Click Here Assistant Engineer: Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering methods, materials, and techniques used in civil engineering. Construction, state, local regulations and codes regarding land development. Ability to: Perform complex engineering work, make complex engineering computations. Read and accurately interpret plans, specifications and other pertinent data, and compare them with construction in progress. Evaluate and discern detailed maps and plans. Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D for design and the preparation of contract plans. Education & Experience: Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Typical education would include a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college, university, or equivalent. Typical experience would include two years of progressively responsible, relevant experience using civil engineering principles. For the full list of Qualifications Click Here You will receive notifications pertaining to this recruitment at the e-mail address and text message number provided on your application. Email correspondence may go to your spam and junk mail folders. Examination Process: An oral board, performance test and/or written examination will be administered. This recruitment will add to an existing eligibility list that may be used to fill future vacancies. Selection Process: Final appointment is contingent upon: Positive past employment references Passing a city paid fingerprint criminal conviction check (applicants 18 and older) Passing of a pre-employment medical exam and drug and alcohol screening test Veteran's Credit: Applicants who attach a copy of the DD-214 to their application indicating “Honorable Discharge” from military service and receive a passing score on the examination process will have two (2) additional points added to their final examination score. The City of Redding adheres to Cal/OSHA COVID-19 requirements. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER