Civil Engineer I

Description
OCWA - Central New York's Water Authority is currently seeking candidates for a Civil Engineer I to join the Engineering Department.
The work involves responsibility for performing civil engineering duties of moderate difficulty in the investigation, design and construction of public works projects. Under immediate supervision, an employee in this class receives assignments requiring the application of civil engineering skills and knowledge to minor civil engineering projects. As experience is gained, the employee receives assignments which require more independent action such as acting as survey party chief, making and checking engineering design computations, and inspecting less complex public works projects under construction. Supervision may be exercised over technical assistants in any phase of the work. Work is checked and reviewed frequently throughout its progress and completely at its conclusion by professional superiors. Does related work as required. Civil Service Job #10200
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Specific to the role as part of the Capital Projects work: participates in the evaluation, study, design, permitting, and inspection of new construction and renovation of water system components such as water mains, pumping stations, storage facilities, tank painting, treatment facilities, and appurtenant facilities. Participates in and reviews the work of others for specification writing, materials estimates, inspections, and cost projections as applied to the design, construction, and renovation of water system components with immediate supervision and regular review. Candidate should have the ability to perform independent calculations, with review, as they relate to water system design such as hydraulics, chemical dosing, and other fundamental design elements. Candidate should have the ability to work with, communicate effectively with and review the products produced from outside consultants, vendors and contractors and document and convey observations to supervisors. Candidate should have working knowledge of construction contract documents (e.g. AIA, EJCDC) and the management techniques and principles when dealing with municipal low bid contractors and consulting engineers. Candidate should have awareness of the rules and regulations that affect potable water systems in New York State and the permitting requirements for construction, stormwater, and other environmental permits typically associated with large waterworks projects.
In general as part of the Engineering Department:
Makes and checks engineering drawings; computes quantities of wastes, fill, drainage, construction materials and other items.
Makes preliminary designs of drainage systems including catch basin location, pipe size and related structures; makes preliminary highway design of intersections and profiles for intersecting streets.
Makes a variety of preliminary estimates for engineering projects; receives records, charts and statistical information from the field; analyzes data and prepares detailed reports for professional engineering superiors.
Prepares right-of-way maps; determines property lines from field notices, deed descriptions, and subdivision maps; computes area parcels; writes parcel descriptions.
Acts as resident engineer on minor construction projects or assumes responsibility for a portion of large construction projects; inspects construction work to insure that county standards are being adhered to; makes written reports to superior as to progress of the project on a percentage completion basis.
OCWA continually strives to provide our customers with clean, reliable water in an efficient and affordable manner. As a result, we have earned top rankings in national performance benchmarks for labor efficiency, debt per customer, and affordability. These competitive rankings illustrate our dedication to providing you with the highest quality water at the lowest possible price. OCWA employees work as a team to ensure that our customers and community consistently get the highest quality of service. OCWA employees are proud of where they work and the communities they serve.
Requirements
Position is Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Good knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering.
Good knowledge of civil engineering mathematics.
Good knowledge of the principles, techniques, and practices of topographical or hydrographical surveying or land surveying.
Good knowledge of the principles and practices and the instruments used in engineering drafting.
Working knowledge of the principals and practices of basic construction contract administration.
Working knowledge of the investigation, design and construction of public works facilities.
Skill in the use of engineering instruments and equipment.
Ability to make engineering and related mathematical computations.
Ability to take charge of the less difficult engineering or surveying projects in field or office and to obtain adherence to plans and specifications.
Ability to review and prepare written material such as correspondence and progress reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Promotion:
A. One (1) year of permanent competitive class status in the title of Engineering Technician II; or,
B. Two (2) years of permanent competitive class status in the title of Engineering Aide III or Engineering Technician I.
Open Competitive:
A. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a baccalaureate Degree in Civil Engineering; or,
B. Four (4) years of paraprofessional or professional level work experience, or its part-time equivalent, in civil engineering; or,
C. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of A and B.