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Junior Civil Engineer/ Assistant Civil Engineer/ Associate Civil Engineer/ Senior Civil Engineer

DIVISION: District Division DEPARTMENT: Engineering

OPENING DATE: 10/12/22

CLOSING DATE: Continuous

SELECTION PROCESS: The District will invite ONLY those candidates whose qualifications MOST CLOSELY MATCH the position requirements to continue in the selection process. The District is a drug free workplace. Applicants under consideration will be required to undergo and pass drug testing prior to District employment. The following document(s) must be submitted at time of application: 1. GGBHTD Online Employment Application; 2) Resume (Attach as PDF copy to your online application); and 3. Engineer-in-Training Certificate or Registration (P.E. license) as a Civil Engineer in the state of California (Attach as PDF copy to your online application) The Selection Process for this Position may include: Oral Panel Interview; Department interview for final candidates; Medical Examination (post offer of employment); Drug Testing (post offer of employment); and Background, Employment and Security Investigation. OPENING(S): To establish an Eligibility List.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Engineering Department has a Professional Development Program for its Civil Engineer classification which allows consideration and appointment of eligible candidates at the appropriate position level. The classification has the following position levels: 1) Junior Civil Engineer; 2) Assistant Civil Engineer; 3) Associate Civil Engineer; and 4) Senior Civil Engineer.

Junior Civil Engineer: $102,606.40 - $125,985.60

Assistant Civil Engineer: $113,963.20 - $139,942.40

Associate Civil Engineer: $127,337.60 - $154,772.80

Senior Civil Engineer: $146,286.40 - $177,798.40

The following is the job description of the Senior Civil Engineer. To know more about other Civil Engineer minimum qualifications and job descriptions click on the link below:

Junior Civil Engineer https://www.goldengate.org/assets/1/6/junior-civil-engr-jobdescription_08221.pdf

Assistant Civil Engineer https://www.goldengate.org/assets/1/6/asst-civil-engr-jobdescription_08224.pdf

Associate Civil Engineer https://www.goldengate.org/assets/1/6/associate-civil-engr-jobdescription_08223.pdf

Under general direction, performs responsible professional level engineering and administrative work in connection with a wide variety of engineering projects. May lead professional and paraprofessional engineering personnel engaged in the planning, design, and construction phases of engineering projects. Assist Directing Civil Engineer in training and providing guidance to Junior through Associate Engineer classifications and Inspector classifications. Responsibilities include: developing, coordinating and executing engineering methods and policies affecting a wide range of engineering activities; regular contact with professional engineering consultants, governmental agencies, involved communities and contractors in connection with complex and difficult engineering matters; overall oversight and review of detailed and complex engineering calculations, plans, specifications and technical papers; and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepares reports, calculations, design plans, specifications, schedules, cost estimates and other materials related to the planning, design and construction phases of engineering projects and refers them to their supervisor for final approval Prepares and refers to the District Engineer or designee, contract documents and agreements for the planning, design and construction phases of engineering projects with professional engineering consultants, contractors, utilities and governmental agencies Confers with other departments and agencies relative to engineering projects and work programs to ensure proper coordination of all related activities and responsibilities Makes field trips and inspections to resolve serious differences of opinion between engineers and contractors' representatives as they relate to design matters Conducts and attends conferences and meetings in connection with planning and design of improvement and construction projects Ability to use computers including proficiency with spreadsheets Prepares and leads the preparation of a variety of engineering calculations, data and reports in connection with planning, development, and construction of projects Makes oral presentations Regular and reliable attendance and performance

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field Five years' progressively responsible experience in design, estimating, specification preparation, contract preparation, related phases of engineering and inspection of construction projects. Experience as a lead engineer desirable. Required Licenses and/or Certification: Registration (P.E. license) as a Civil Engineer in the state of California. Must have a PE license as a Civil Engineer for at least 5 years. Must possess and maintain a current and satisfactory driving record. No reckless driving and DUI within the last 7 years. No more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years. Operates District vehicles on a regular basis. Physical Requirements: Must inspect construction work on the Golden Gate Bridge, other structures and buildings, climb scaffolds, catwalks and ladders. Work from heights. Work outside in all weather conditions. Work over water. Carry harness and test or inspection equipment. Occasionally enter into trenches and other excavations. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen. Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Routine use of computer, telephone and other office equipment. Ability to travel to District facilities.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Working knowledge of: Modern engineering methods and techniques and the strengths and uses of construction materials Engineering features of design and construction problems Various phases of transportation engineering and systems planning Transportation economics and finances Factors which influence the impact of transportation facilities on the environment, the community and the economy Principles and techniques of administration, personnel management and supervision Skill in Ability to: Originate, prepare and check: calculations, designs, details, cost estimates, plans, specifications and contract documents Meet and consult with professional engineering personnel and public, private and community officials on engineering problems Plan and direct the work of others, judge work quality and performance Prepare technical correspondence and complete comprehensive reports Prepare articles for publication and address audiences effectively Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.goldengate.org/district/careers/

Position #PS101423 JUNIOR CIVIL ENGINEER

ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER/ ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER

SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER DL Junior Civil Engineer/ Assistant Civil Engineer/ Associate Civil Engineer/ Senior Civil Engineer Supplemental

Questionnaire * 1. Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering? Yes No

* 2. Do you have an Engineering-in-Training (EIT) certificate? Yes No

* 3. How many recent years of full-time experience do you have in design, cost estimating, construction plan and specification preparation, construction contract administration, inspection of construction projects, and/or related phases of project development? At least 2 years At least 3 years At least 5 years

* 4. Are you a registered Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California? Yes, I have a California P.E. license as a Civil Engineer. Yes, I have a California P.E. license as a Civil Engineer for at least 5 years. My P.E. license is currently in-process. No, I do not have a California P.E. license but I have a P.E. license as a Civil Engineer in another State. No, I don't have a P.E license as a Civil Engineer.

* 5. Please indicate the current license you have if you don't have a California P.E. license. *

Required Question

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

This Temporary/Hourly position is NOT in Civil Service and does not receive benefits.

 DEFINITION

Under supervision, performs sub-professional engineering office work related to Public Works improvements; elementary field surveying; computer-aided drafting and design work; and related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs a wide variety of responsible sub-professional engineering work; computes and posts simple engineering data; computer-aided drafting, design, and mapping; revises, reviews, files, and updates engineering plans and maps; assists field survey and traffic survey crews as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: The elementary principles of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry; drafting symbols used in construction work; basic engineering office equipment; modern personal computers and related computer software; principles and practical application of computer-aided drafting, design, and mapping systems.

Ability to: Learn the use of surveying equipment and techniques; learn basic construction inspection procedures; accurately make and verify mathematical computations; perform neat and accurate drafting; collect engineering field data, and make field notes; maintain accurate records; effectively operate computer-aided drafting, design and mapping software; effectively use modern office software; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; work flexible hours; deal effectively and courteously with the public and general contractors; attend work and perform duties as assigned.

Experience: None required

Education: Completion of 45 semester college units with major in civil engineering or related course of study.

License: Possession of valid Class C California Driver's License.

Senior Electrical Engineer

Position Summary

 

Under direction, perform varied professional and electrical engineering work at an advanced level of difficulty in the field and office. Perform assessments of and prepare written reports documenting the existing electrical systems and loads at existing facilities. Work with other engineers and technicians on design of new facilities and rehabilitation/retrofit of existing facilities. May supervise subordinate engineering personnel engaged in design and construction work. May act as resident engineer on major capital improvement projects and as oversight engineer on in-house maintenance and repair projects. Interpret, explain and carry out electrical engineering design, inspection and construction methods and procedures. Responsibilities include regular contact with other professional engineering personnel, as well as contractors and their representatives, and the general public, obtaining and providing technical electrical engineering data and information, preparing, checking and reviewing detailed and complex electrical engineering plans, specifications and related reports. Perform related duties as required.

 

Essential Responsibilities

 

• Performs assessments of electrical systems and prepare written reports documenting the capacity and limitations of the systems
• Performs detailed engineering calculations and analysis in connection with electrical design of utility systems for transportation facilities 
• Prepares and supervises the preparation of detailed electrical engineering designs, drawings, specifications, cost estimates and quantity estimates for a wide range of electrical construction and maintenance projects
• Works with other in-house and consultant engineering professionals and technicians to develop, prepare and finalize complete sets of construction bid documents for capital improvement and other construction projects 
• Reviews consultants submittals and work products to ensure compliance with required scope of work and deliverables 
• Reviews contractors' work to ensure compliance with plans and specifications
• Plans, schedules and coordinates detailed phases of engineering work either as part of a major project or for an entire project of smaller scope
• Makes investigations of contractual and construction problems that may arise on construction projects
• Inspects and supervises a wide variety of ordinary and complex construction projects to ensure compliance with contract plans and specifications
• Assists in the preparation of complex contract documents
• Conducts correspondence and prepare technical engineering reports in connection with a wide variety of projects
• Knows and follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to their job
• Ensures that employees under their supervision follow established safe work practices and obey all safety rules
• Meets and consults with department officials, engineers and contractors on technical engineering matters
• Regular and reliable performance and attendance are required 

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

Education and/or Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Five years position-related electrical engineering experience, including design, estimate and specification preparation and the inspection of construction work
• One-year supervisory experience is desirable

 

Required Licenses:  

• Registration (P.E. license) as an Electrical Engineer in the state of California. Must have a PE license as an Electrical Engineer for at least 5 years. 
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record. No reckless driving and DUI infractions within the last 7 years. No more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years. May operate District vehicles.

 

Physical Requirement: 

• Must inspect construction work on the Golden Gate Bridge, other structures and buildings, climb scaffolds, catwalks and ladders
• Carry test, inspection and electrical equipment that may weigh up to 50 pounds

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 

Knowledge of: 

• Theories, principles and practices of electrical engineering
• Electrical designs for transportation systems and facilities 
• Modern construction methods and inspection procedures
• Current practices and uses of electrical components and materials and the planning of their integration into construction projects

 

Skill in or Ability to: 

• Prepare electrical designs for transportation systems and facilities 
• Originate and check design details, estimates, engineering plans and specifications
• Application of engineering theories and practices to practical engineering field and office problems
• Demonstrate effective supervisory skills