Assistant Engineer

City of Palmdale•Palmdale, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Engineer performs professional and technical engineering work in an assigned area, including design, land development, or capital improvements. This is an entry-level position in the professional engineering series. Assignments are generally routine and are performed independently, with assistance sought for new or unusual situations. The role involves engineering project work from conception through construction, including project scheduling, budget and progress monitoring, permitting, file maintenance, quality oversight, and deadline management. It also includes field investigations, contract and consultant administration, plan review, technical reporting, coordination with City departments and outside agencies, and support for GIS systems where required.

Requirements

Two years of increasingly responsible experience in engineering, planning development, construction, or a closely related field.
Education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in civil engineering or a closely related field.
Knowledge of basic engineering principles and practices as applied to public works, utilities, transportation, or land development.
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulatory codes relevant to the assigned area.
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in engineering construction.
Knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry and their application to engineering.
Ability to learn to check engineering plans and specifications and prepare and check engineering reports and studies.
Ability to prepare accurate cost estimates and make related recommendations.
Ability to interpret and explain City policies, procedures, regulations, and engineering policies and procedures.
Ability to respond to community and internal-client issues and concerns; understand and follow instructions; and communicate clearly and accurately in writing, orally, and electronically.
Ability to read and interpret technical information, including maps and drawings, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, obtain appropriate licenses and certifications, and prepare plans and drawings neatly and accurately.
Ability to analyze and prepare technical reports, work independently, and make sound decisions.
Possession of a valid California driver’s license by the time of appointment is required.

Nice To Haves

Engineer-In-Training Certificate issued by the State of California is highly desirable.
Knowledge of GIS systems may be required.
Ability to provide technical support to GIS systems may be required.

Responsibilities

Perform professional and technical engineering work in areas such as design, land development, and capital improvements.
Investigate field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations, and resolve or refer them as appropriate.
Administer contracts; coordinate and review outside consultants’ work; and review and recommend payments and billing for contracted services.
Request or participate in collecting survey and mapping data.
Prepare estimates and feasibility reports for new or modified services and structures.
Prepare Requests for Qualifications and Requests for Proposals, including specifications; assist with consultant selection; manage consultant contracts; and review consultant work and provide technical guidance.
Manage multiple projects from conception through construction, including schedules, progress and budget monitoring, permits, project files, quality, and deadlines.
Check, review, and process plans for private developments affecting City streets, sewers, drains, and related public works facilities, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements.
Provide technical support for GIS systems when required.
Review utility-pipe video inspections, identify and rate defects, assess pipe condition, and prioritize repairs.
Prepare visual presentations and reports, staff reports, correspondence, and engineering studies and reports.
Coordinate public works activities with City departments and outside agencies.
Perform related duties as assigned.