Engineer I/Engineer II

Company:  York County, VA
Location: Yorktown
Closing Date: 31/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Salary : $63,157.00 - $80,553.00 Annually
Location : Yorktown, VA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 25EI-1911
Department: Public Works - Administration
Division: PW-ENGINEERING
Opening Date: 10/17/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Responsible for providing engineering and project management for sanitary sewer, stormwater, facilities, roadway and other Capital Improvements projects. Oversees, reviews, and inspects the work of contractors and consultant engineers to ensure adherence to bid specification and plans. Serves as a project coordinator, and ensures that engineering plans and calculations meet required standards. Provides engineering support by creating engineered design drawings using AutoCAD (Computer Aided Drafting), specifications and schedules. Work also involves approving consultants' and contractors' payment invoices ensuring that work completed is proportional to the amount of payment requested. Responsible for performing field inspections and surveys, and preparing a variety of (technical) reports, cost estimates, and correspondence. Reviews a variety of submitted plans, drawings and proposals.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field, and one to two years' experience in any of the above disciplines; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Must obtain Certification from the Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) for erosion and sediment control, stormwater management inspector, and plan reviewer, within 12 months of hire.
Applicants with a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field with 5-7 years of experience, that have passed the FE exam and are registered as a professional engineer (P.E.) in the Commonwealth of Virginia may be considered for hire as a Engineer II at a base salary of $69,629.
Ability to serve as the technical expert on construction projects, and to make necessary field
changes as required.
Ability to use AutoCAD (Computer aided drafting).
Thorough knowledge of engineering concepts/principles, with emphasis on sanitary sewer/water systems/stormwater construction and design. Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems as related to building construction is desirable.
Thorough knowledge of construction management principles and practices, including those related to planning and design principles.
General knowledge of project management and the ability to prioritize and delegate work effectively.
General knowledge of local government, land use regulations, and urban planning.
Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia with good driving record required.
Supplemental Information
DMV records check conducted prior to employment.
Physical Demands
Must be physically able to operate a variety of office equipment, Engineering machinery and tools including a level, blueprint machine, computer, calculator, drafting utensils, etc. Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle. Physical demand requirements are for Light Work.
For a more detailed description:
The County of York offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees to include medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings accounts, VRS retirement, group life insurance, deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, paid holidays and paid leave.
01
What type of engineering degree do you have?
  • None
  • Civil Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Other

02
Type in the name of the 4-year accredited university or college that granted your engineering degree. If you do not have an engineering degree, type "N/A".
03
If you do not have a degree in civil or environmental engineering, type in the major field of study in which you received your degree. If you have not received a degree, type "None".
04
Describe experience you have in construction, project management or other areas related to engineering that have provided you with a background for this position.
05
Have you passed the Fundamentals in Engineering Exam?
  • Yes
  • No

06
How many years of experience do you have in engineering?
  • None
  • Less than 2 years
  • 2 to 4 years
  • 5 years or more

07
How many years of experience do you have planning and designing stormwater, public water and/or sanitary sewer systems?
  • None
  • Less than 2 years
  • 2 to 4 years
  • 5 years or more

08
Do you have experience evaluating subdivision and site plans for compliance with Regulations, Standards and Specifications?
  • Yes
  • No

09
Do you have experience performing field inspections and land surveys?
  • Yes
  • No

10
Do you have experience with local government, land use regulations, or urban planning?
  • Yes
  • No

11
How many years of experience do you have in computer aided drafting?
  • None
  • Less than 2 years
  • 2 to 4 years
  • 5 years or more

12
How many years of experience do you have in GIS mapping?
  • None
  • Less than 2 years
  • 2 to 4 years
  • 5 years or more

13
Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No

14
If selected for this position, you will be considered an essential employee (County designation as ALPHA) and will be required to report to work during inclement and extreme weather conditions, often outside normally scheduled work hours. Are you able to comply with these provisions?
  • Yes
  • No

15
Were you encouraged to apply for this particular position by a current York County government employee? If so, please write their full name and the department or division they work in below. Otherwise, write N/A.
16
Are you a current York County government employee? (This does not include the employment with the Offices of General District Court, York-Poquoson Social Services, Colonial Behavioral Health, or York County Schools)
  • Yes
  • No

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