Associate Engineer I

Nature of Work

Performs entry-level professional engineering work, including plan design, project management and/or contract administration to ensure quality and timely services and meet established objectives. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Position may involve inside and outside work, depending on functional area. Outside work involves exposure to all weatherand trafficconditions, uneven terrain, noise, dust, gases, asbestos, radiation, electricalsystemsand construction equipment.

PHYSICAL FACTORS

Frequent to constant use of a personal computer. Assignment may involve light to moderate physical activity with ability to lift and carry items weighing up to forty (40) pounds and ability to ambulate on uneven surfaces. Safety equipment includes hard hat, traffic vest, ear plugs, eye protection and safety shoes.

WORK SITUATION FACTORS

Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, occasional work beyond normal business hours, and responding to customer issues.Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services.Position is subject to drug testingin accordance with

State and Federal regulations and applicable City of Las Cruces policies.

Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with State and Federal regulations and applicable City of Las Cruces policies

Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET ALL THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.

Full-time; regular, exempt position.

This position is graded RX16.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Creates construction drawings and documents for roadway, traffic signals, street lights, multi-use paths, drainage systems, water/wastewater systems and natural gas systems; performs calculations in accordance with City design standards.

• Drafts projects using manual and Computer Aided Design Drafting (CADD) equipment to create engineering drawings from field data, sketches, rough drawings, raw data, diagrams and verbal/written narrative instructions.

• Prepares preliminary and final cost estimates, contract documents, material specifications, schedules, bid tabs and correspondence to meet established deadlines; reviews material testing lab and project payments to verify that correct unit prices are used; forwards payment requests for approval and timely payment.

• Performs studies of existing infrastructure to recommend improvements and prepare and present various special and recurring reports.

• Assists with coordination of projects; provides information and documentation regarding various projects in response to inquiries and/or concerns; assists with monitoring progress by reviewing construction schedules and conducting field inspections of projects; communicates with inspectors and contractors to address issues, conflicts, delays, and corrections to materials or methods; may provide work direction to work crews and other engineering staff.

• Schedules, directs and conducts meetings with engineers, developers, surveyors, contractors, inspectors, residents and staff to provide timely and consistent information and discuss comments and design standard requirements.

• Reviews subdivision preliminary and final plats and re-plats, subdivision construction plans and cost breakdowns, commercial building plans, right of way plans, drainage and geo-technical reports.

• Conducts preliminary survey and construction staking; performs project reconnaissance; measures features and slopes; maps utility blue stakes; uses aerial photographs and digital maps of properties to identify owners and uses digital maps of utilities to identify size and types of lines.

• Generates contract bid documents to include quantity tallies and written specifications for bid items.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline. Some experience in engineering is preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Valid driver's license is required. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City policy. Must obtain a NM Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification within one year of hire date. May require Storm Water Pollution Prevention Certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

General knowledge of: codes, standards, and specifications related to the design and construction of roadway, utility, and drainage projects; construction practices and techniques used in the construction and maintenance of municipal projects and private permits; applicable occupational hazards and safety standards and practices; principles, practices, and processes related to surveying, civil engineering, and mathematical computational software and methods used in survey work; safe and effective use of related tools, equipment, and motorized vehicles; principles and practices of effective administrative management including basic accounting principles, record keeping and records management, and customer service; business and personal computers, and various specialized and office productivity software applications; City organization, operations, policies and procedures to effectively perform the required functions and duties of the position.

Ability to: perform a variety of duties and responsibilities timely and with accuracy to meet deadlines and ensure achievement of goals and objectives; read, understand, and interpret a variety of documents, specifications, blueprints, plans, standards, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations governing related activities, programs, and functions; perform accurate mathematical calculations to measure quantities of completed work, and apply mathematical and statistical techniques to analyze and provide data; verify calculations submitted for compliance and accuracy; perform technical reading and writing; conduct inspections; safely and effectively operate associated tools, equipment and motor vehicles; navigate across even and uneven surfaces; communicate appropriately and effectively orally and in writing; respond timely and effectively, use sound judgment in decision-making in conducting routine operations and during emergencies; maintain accurate records; prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing research, findings, and recommendations; review documents and extract relevant information; establish and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees and the public; use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines to successfully meet established goals and objectives.

Skills in:analyzing issues, evaluating alternatives, and making logical recommendations based on findings to address issues and/or improve services, procedures, policies, and methods; researching, reading, interpreting and communicating policies, regulations, and technical procedures and information; reviewing, preparing, evaluating, and verifying relevant records, reports, calculations, and documentation; using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines; operating a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software; interpreting technical instructions and analyzing complex variables; assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands to ensure achievement of goals and objectives.