Senior Engineer

As a supervising member of our Engineering Department, this position will work closely with City Managers, regulating authorities, consultants, contractors, and residents to maintain existing utility infrastructure and develop new water, storm, sanitary, or natural gas utility projects that benefit our community.  This Engineer position will likely be working on water distribution projects, including the lead service line replacement initiative, utility reviews for new developments, sanitary sewer collection projects, water treatment design, and natural gas distribution regulatory compliance.  A background of planning, designing, and coordinating similar types of utility project construction is highly beneficial, along with excellent communication abilities, self-motivation, and team leadership skills.

In addition to technical proficiency, we value candidates who demonstrate strong teamwork, collaboration, problem-solving, and initiative.  This role requires good communication and interpersonal skills.

 The ability to work cooperatively, effectively, and fairly with coworkers, contractors, and the public is also important.  This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and sustainability of our city's infrastructure while working on diverse and impactful projects that benefit our community

Please note: We are establishing an eligibility list for this position.

 At this time we anticipate filling one position at either the Project Engineer or Senior Engineer level.  If you want to be considered for either level, please apply to both postings.

SUMMARY/PURPOSE

To perform and to supervise others who perform engineering work in the design, construction, and maintenance for a wide range of engineering projects including but not limited to, transportation road design, geotechnical engineering, building and other structures, and utility modeling & design.

1. Complete design and preparation of engineering plans, specification, and reports.

2. Provide engineering analysis in support of project development and delivery.

3. Select qualified consultants for projects and prepare consultant contracts.

4. Prepare project cost estimates.

5. Provide plan review, construction inspection and observation for projects for the purpose of determining conformance with plans, specifications, and timely completion.

6. Provide technical engineering support to various departments, management staff and other utilities and agencies, to optimize various system processes and assist with project development activities.

7. Investigate, prepare, and present technical reports, petitions, council resolutions on projects, and presentations both within the City and at public meetings.

8. Lead development of standards related to project development, project management, and other engineering functions.

9. Lead capital improvement projects and prepares necessary reports, presentations, and communicates results.

10. Contract administration for construction improvement projects.

11. Plan, attend and speak at public hearings and meetings.

12. Determine priorities, assign work, and coordinate schedules of personnel to ensure work is completed in a timely manner.

13. Assists in the hiring, transfer, suspension, or discharge of assigned personnel.

14. Establish work standards and conduct employee evaluations.

15. Monitor work sites to ensure compliance with proper methods, guidelines, standards, and procedures.

16. Train personnel in correct and safe methods and procedures necessary to accomplish their assigned work.

17. Recommend adjustments or other actions in employee grievances.

18. Delegate authority and responsibility to others as needed.

19. Attend training sessions as required.

20. Other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

A.   Bachelor's Degree with a major in an engineering field from an accredited college or university followed by four (4) years of full-time equivalent work experience in the field of engineering as an Engineer-In-Training working under the direct supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer.

B.   Eight (8) years of full-time work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer with at least two (2) years supervising complex engineering projects.

License Requirements

A.   Licensure as a Professional Engineer in the State of Minnesota or the ability to become licensed in the state of Minnesota within six (6) months from the date of appointment.

B.   Possession of a valid Minnesota Driver's License or equivalent.

Education/Experience Review (100% of scoring process; 70 pass point): Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who pass this exam will have their names placed on an eligible list for this classification.