Senior Engineer Job at City of Monroe, WA
Job Description
The City of Monroe is currently recruiting for a Senior Engineer. The person in this position will apply professional civil engineering knowledge and skill to a wide variety of public and private public works projects in both the office and field. Assignments are broad in scope and require the use of independent judgment and initiative in making decisions. Incumbents integrate numerous engineering and construction disciplines performing a variety of professional-level engineering tasks including analyzing, researching, planning and designing municipal transportation, drainage, water and wastewater infrastructure.
This position is open until filled.
This is a non-represented position. Benefits for this position include 93% employer paid medical/dental/vision premiums for employee and dependents, retiree's medical, PERS eligible position, HRA VEBA, 3% deferred compensation match, $50,000 life insurance, vacation and sick leave accruals, paid holidays, remote work policy and access to City-owned workout facility. Position is eligible for a hiring incentive up to $20,000 depending on qualifications. Job Responsibilities
Review applications for work within City ROW, determine appropriate fee from adopted fee schedule, review traffic control plan, determine impacts on infrastructure, write permit conditions.
Review building permit applications for utility fees, site grading, erosion control, storm water management, utility connections, utility fees, street frontage improvements, and write review comments
Represent the Engineering Department at development pre-application meetings and provide comments on proposed developments relative to the engineering design and development standards and the municipal code
Assist Public Works Department with water, sewer, drainage and street construction engineering issues.
Prepare plans and specifications for Small Works Roster projects for other city departments.
Provide field inspection support for both capital and private development construction.
Provide field surveying to gather data for design and/or develop solutions for existing infrastructure problems.
Assist with fire flow testing of city water system as needed for new development.
Provide oversight and on-site field inspection and direction for construction engineering problems encountered on street, drainage and public utility installations on private development projects within the jurisdiction of the city.
Review boundary line adjustment and rezoning applications for impact on city streets, drainage and utilities and compliance with appropriate federal, state and local laws, standards, regulations and policies and prepare written review comments.
Review commercial site developments, commercial and residential plats, including traffic impact reports, geotechnical reports, storm drainage reports, environmental checklists, critical area reports, architectural plans, landscaping plans, grading plans, utility plans, street plans, and drainage plans for impacts on streets, drainage, flood plain and utilities and compliance with appropriate federal, state and local laws, standards, regulations and polices and prepare written review comments.
Provide front counter support and coverage for walk-up customers with questions, concerns, comments or complaints on issues handled by the Engineering Department, including, but not limited to traffic, water, sewer, drainage, grading, fencing, sidewalks, and retaining walls.
Assist with comprehensive plan revisions to transportation, water, sewer, drainage, or the flood plain or on special projects that involve any of those areas.
Assume the role of project manager on capital projects including, but not limited to, detailed project definition, preliminary cost estimate and schedule, report preparation and presentation to City Council for funding, consultant selection for mapping, environmental assessment, design, scope definition for each consultant, contract management, permitting, public information process, interlocal agreements, right-of-way/easement acquisition, construction document preparation, bidding, contract award, construction management including RFQs, submittal reviews, COPs, progress payments, project testing and acceptance, warranty monitoring, and close-out.
Assume the role of project engineer on capital projects including, but not limited to all of the above plus project civil engineering design using AutoCAD Civil3D and other design software, prepare project specifications following WSDOT format, and successfully develop the Plans, Specifications and Estimate (PS&E) for construction.
Pursue grant opportunities to support funding of capital projects.
Provide conceptual and/or preliminary engineering design in AutoCAD and cost estimates for proposed projects without preparing final plans, specifications, obtaining permits, or acquiring right-of-way.
Review and analyze internal work methods, practices and policies and recommend changes to increase efficiency and productivity.
Review and revise existing city design and construction standards for public improvements.
Provide written and verbal reports as necessary on assigned projects and contracts; present reports to outside groups, city council, commissions or others as requested; maintain detailed records for assigned activities.
Direct other department staff as assigned to complete specific projects in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as directed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Senior Engineer - Knowledge of:
Washington State Department of Ecology Stormwater Manual for Western Washington
WSDOT Standard Specifications (current edition)
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) design guidelines.
WSDOT Local Agency Guidelines (LAG) Manual
Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standard practices in the areas of municipal traffic engineering, water, wastewater, drainage, and street design and maintenance.
Microsoft Office software, (PC and network based), such as Excel, Word, Outlook and Powerpoint.
AutoCAD Civil3D design software
WWHM3 stormwater modeling software
Ability to:
Ability to independently perform complex, professional civil engineering tasks in a timely manner.
Effectively communicate orally and in writing at a level appropriate for a senior professional engineer.
Lead large municipal projects from inception, through design, bidding, construction and close-out with minimal supervision and close attention to detail.
Work effectively in a fast-paced open office space environment with frequent interruptions.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members.
Exercise discretion, tact, courtesy, and patience when interacting with difficult customers, both external and internal.
Review engineering reports and plans prepared by other professionals; demonstrate discretion in determining the appropriate level of review detail, and write clear and concise review comments in a timely manner at a level appropriate for a senior engineer.
Successfully complete a wide variety of mandatory training classes.
Independently compile, analyze, and summarize in writing a wide variety of statistical data, technical information, maps and other information necessary to address engineering issues encountered in a municipal setting.
Research and write comprehensive reports on utility planning, transportation planning, and municipal engineering issues.
Accurately estimate capital project design, construction and management costs.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor"s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
Five years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of a valid Washington State Professional Engineering (PE) License.
Valid Washington State Driver"s License.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods and techniques of civil engineering and municipal public works projects and private site development from both a design and field construction perspective
Job Advertisement
Imagine Monroe:
A lively center surrounded by nature. A place of beauty and goodwill. Our parks, waterways, and environment are healthy and accessible for everyone to enjoy. Our historic downtown and business districts are thriving and full of locally owned businesses and locally sources products. We can find everything we need with regional connections and with a variety of choices for work, housing, dining, shopping, arts, and activities. Friendly and responsive, we strengthen connections through gathering spaces, events, services, and community-centered infrastructure - creating a safe place for all. In Monroe, everyone feels at home and everyone feels they belong.
ABOUT THE CITY OF MONROE
Monroe is a lively and active community of 20,000 residents located on the Skykomish River at the foothills of the Cascade Mountains just 30 minutes northeast of Seattle and 15 minutes southeast of Everett and the I-5 corridor. The city is shifting from a small rural community into a diverse, inclusive, and thriving city of regional significance. Residents benefit from quality schools, top-notch parks, and quick access to urban amenities and outdoor activities. Monroe has a vibrant Hispanic community, historic business district, and a strong regional retail and commercial industry serving more than 45,000 people in southeast Snohomish County. The City is home to institutions and events of statewide importance including the Evergreen State Fairgrounds and Evergreen Speedway, Lake Tye Triathlon, and Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in a diverse, inclusive community surrounded by the best the Pacific Northwest has to offer, Monroe is for you! Disclaimer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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The City of Monroe is currently recruiting for a Senior Engineer. The person in this position will apply professional civil engineering knowledge and skill to a wide variety of public and private public works projects in both the office and field. Assignments are broad in scope and require the use of independent judgment and initiative in making decisions. Incumbents integrate numerous engineering and construction disciplines performing a variety of professional-level engineering tasks including analyzing, researching, planning and designing municipal transportation, drainage, water and wastewater infrastructure.
This position is open until filled.
This is a non-represented position. Benefits for this position include 93% employer paid medical/dental/vision premiums for employee and dependents, retiree's medical, PERS eligible position, HRA VEBA, 3% deferred compensation match, $50,000 life insurance, vacation and sick leave accruals, paid holidays, remote work policy and access to City-owned workout facility. Position is eligible for a hiring incentive up to $20,000 depending on qualifications. Job Responsibilities
Review applications for work within City ROW, determine appropriate fee from adopted fee schedule, review traffic control plan, determine impacts on infrastructure, write permit conditions.
Review building permit applications for utility fees, site grading, erosion control, storm water management, utility connections, utility fees, street frontage improvements, and write review comments
Represent the Engineering Department at development pre-application meetings and provide comments on proposed developments relative to the engineering design and development standards and the municipal code
Assist Public Works Department with water, sewer, drainage and street construction engineering issues.
Prepare plans and specifications for Small Works Roster projects for other city departments.
Provide field inspection support for both capital and private development construction.
Provide field surveying to gather data for design and/or develop solutions for existing infrastructure problems.
Assist with fire flow testing of city water system as needed for new development.
Provide oversight and on-site field inspection and direction for construction engineering problems encountered on street, drainage and public utility installations on private development projects within the jurisdiction of the city.
Review boundary line adjustment and rezoning applications for impact on city streets, drainage and utilities and compliance with appropriate federal, state and local laws, standards, regulations and policies and prepare written review comments.
Review commercial site developments, commercial and residential plats, including traffic impact reports, geotechnical reports, storm drainage reports, environmental checklists, critical area reports, architectural plans, landscaping plans, grading plans, utility plans, street plans, and drainage plans for impacts on streets, drainage, flood plain and utilities and compliance with appropriate federal, state and local laws, standards, regulations and polices and prepare written review comments.
Provide front counter support and coverage for walk-up customers with questions, concerns, comments or complaints on issues handled by the Engineering Department, including, but not limited to traffic, water, sewer, drainage, grading, fencing, sidewalks, and retaining walls.
Assist with comprehensive plan revisions to transportation, water, sewer, drainage, or the flood plain or on special projects that involve any of those areas.
Assume the role of project manager on capital projects including, but not limited to, detailed project definition, preliminary cost estimate and schedule, report preparation and presentation to City Council for funding, consultant selection for mapping, environmental assessment, design, scope definition for each consultant, contract management, permitting, public information process, interlocal agreements, right-of-way/easement acquisition, construction document preparation, bidding, contract award, construction management including RFQs, submittal reviews, COPs, progress payments, project testing and acceptance, warranty monitoring, and close-out.
Assume the role of project engineer on capital projects including, but not limited to all of the above plus project civil engineering design using AutoCAD Civil3D and other design software, prepare project specifications following WSDOT format, and successfully develop the Plans, Specifications and Estimate (PS&E) for construction.
Pursue grant opportunities to support funding of capital projects.
Provide conceptual and/or preliminary engineering design in AutoCAD and cost estimates for proposed projects without preparing final plans, specifications, obtaining permits, or acquiring right-of-way.
Review and analyze internal work methods, practices and policies and recommend changes to increase efficiency and productivity.
Review and revise existing city design and construction standards for public improvements.
Provide written and verbal reports as necessary on assigned projects and contracts; present reports to outside groups, city council, commissions or others as requested; maintain detailed records for assigned activities.
Direct other department staff as assigned to complete specific projects in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as directed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Senior Engineer - Knowledge of:
Washington State Department of Ecology Stormwater Manual for Western Washington
WSDOT Standard Specifications (current edition)
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) design guidelines.
WSDOT Local Agency Guidelines (LAG) Manual
Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standard practices in the areas of municipal traffic engineering, water, wastewater, drainage, and street design and maintenance.
Microsoft Office software, (PC and network based), such as Excel, Word, Outlook and Powerpoint.
AutoCAD Civil3D design software
WWHM3 stormwater modeling software
Ability to:
Ability to independently perform complex, professional civil engineering tasks in a timely manner.
Effectively communicate orally and in writing at a level appropriate for a senior professional engineer.
Lead large municipal projects from inception, through design, bidding, construction and close-out with minimal supervision and close attention to detail.
Work effectively in a fast-paced open office space environment with frequent interruptions.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members.
Exercise discretion, tact, courtesy, and patience when interacting with difficult customers, both external and internal.
Review engineering reports and plans prepared by other professionals; demonstrate discretion in determining the appropriate level of review detail, and write clear and concise review comments in a timely manner at a level appropriate for a senior engineer.
Successfully complete a wide variety of mandatory training classes.
Independently compile, analyze, and summarize in writing a wide variety of statistical data, technical information, maps and other information necessary to address engineering issues encountered in a municipal setting.
Research and write comprehensive reports on utility planning, transportation planning, and municipal engineering issues.
Accurately estimate capital project design, construction and management costs.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor"s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
Five years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of a valid Washington State Professional Engineering (PE) License.
Valid Washington State Driver"s License.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods and techniques of civil engineering and municipal public works projects and private site development from both a design and field construction perspective
Job Advertisement
Imagine Monroe:
A lively center surrounded by nature. A place of beauty and goodwill. Our parks, waterways, and environment are healthy and accessible for everyone to enjoy. Our historic downtown and business districts are thriving and full of locally owned businesses and locally sources products. We can find everything we need with regional connections and with a variety of choices for work, housing, dining, shopping, arts, and activities. Friendly and responsive, we strengthen connections through gathering spaces, events, services, and community-centered infrastructure - creating a safe place for all. In Monroe, everyone feels at home and everyone feels they belong.
ABOUT THE CITY OF MONROE
Monroe is a lively and active community of 20,000 residents located on the Skykomish River at the foothills of the Cascade Mountains just 30 minutes northeast of Seattle and 15 minutes southeast of Everett and the I-5 corridor. The city is shifting from a small rural community into a diverse, inclusive, and thriving city of regional significance. Residents benefit from quality schools, top-notch parks, and quick access to urban amenities and outdoor activities. Monroe has a vibrant Hispanic community, historic business district, and a strong regional retail and commercial industry serving more than 45,000 people in southeast Snohomish County. The City is home to institutions and events of statewide importance including the Evergreen State Fairgrounds and Evergreen Speedway, Lake Tye Triathlon, and Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in a diverse, inclusive community surrounded by the best the Pacific Northwest has to offer, Monroe is for you! Disclaimer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Please Note :
apexdining.ca is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, apexdining.ca provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.