Associate Engineer (Civil) (5207 PEX) – Project Design & Development – San Francisco Public Works

City and County of San Francisco • San Francisco, CA

36d • Hybrid

About The Position

San Francisco Public Works Bureau of Engineering is seeking two (2) Associate Civil Engineers for the Structural Engineering Section for several different projects. Specifically, these roles will be responsible for a variety of engineering projects, including design of new buildings and alterations of existing buildings; seismic evaluations; design and repair of roadway structures (bridges, stairways, retaining walls, tunnels, etc.); and design and repair of miscellaneous structures such as vaults, tanks, piers, wharves, etc. The department operates around the clock, touching every neighborhood in San Francisco. The staff designs and manages the construction of civic buildings and streets; cleans and greens the right of way; maintains civic buildings; manages multi-million-dollar bond programs; trains people for jobs; keeps the right of way free of hazards; paves the roads; repairs bridges and public stairways; expands accessibility; and works at the forefront addressing some of San Francisco’s biggest challenges. With a mission to enhance the quality of life in San Francisco for residents, visitors and business owners, Public Works is committed to providing outstanding public service through an equity lens.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of verifiable professional civil engineering experience of which two (2) years of professional civil experience equivalent to the City & County of San Francisco Class 5203 Assistant Engineer or higher
• Possession of a current Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in Civil Engineering

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Project A: BRIDGE INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROJECTS, including the 4th Street Bridge Corrosion Repair, 4th Street Bridge Rehabilitation, O’Shaughnessy Adit Bridge, and inspection of over 90 bridges in San Francisco, as well as those at the Crystal Springs and Sunol Watersheds such as the San Andreas Bridge, Geary Road Bridge, Homestead Bridge, etc.
• Experience with Project B: EARTHQUAKE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE BOND PROJECTS, including design and construction administration of fire stations and police stations in San Francisco, such as the new Fire Station No. 2 and Fire Station No. 7, as well as the retrofit of Taraval Police Station.
• Experience with structural design plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Experience with review of submittals, responding to contractor requests for information, and structural observations during construction phase.
• Experience with seismic evaluations.
• Experience with design and repair of roadway structures (bridges, stairways, retaining walls, tunnels, etc.).
• Experience with design and repair of miscellaneous structures such as vaults, tanks, piers, wharves, etc.

Responsibilities

• Prepares engineering designs, contract drawings and technical specifications to ensure compliance with codes, standards and project requirements
• Prepares cost and quantity construction estimates and structural calculations for necessary labor, materials and equipment associated with construction, contractors, suppliers, reconstruction, installation, repair, restoration and maintenance
• Provides engineering support for construction and operations; reviews existing conditions and establishes suitability for use; conducts studies of processes by identifying, obtaining and analyzing samples and data; reviews deliverable submittal and RFIs
• Performs and coordinates field work activities and field investigation; responds to earthquakes, landslides, and other structural emergencies; analyzes and resolves problems to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, standards, specifications and performance
• Develops analytical structural models using ETABS, SAP2000, and other related software
• Supervises the preparation of detailed construction drawings, technical specifications and structural calculations; assigns and reviews the work of assigned staff and consultants; determines resources necessary to complete assigned work
• Reviews engineering drawings, specifications, calculations and work products produced by staff, consultants and contractors to ensure accuracy, adequacy and conformance to standards. Verifies quantity, dimensions, safety requirements, and proper test and start-up procedures
• Prepares and supervises the preparation of a wide variety of technical engineering reports, field reports, regulatory reports, standard operating procedures manuals, emergency operations plans, minutes, public correspondence and other documentation
• Directs, trains, monitors, evaluates and counsels work activities of other engineering related staff (e.g., drafters) in accordance with appropriate MOUs, Civil Service Commission Rules, and departmental procedures
• Conducts meetings and public hearings; makes presentations to staff, committees boards, commissions, approval agencies and the general public
• May drive a city vehicle to and from job sites
• Performs other duties as required

Benefits

• Becoming a City employee means being a part of a team that cares about making a difference.
• Your work will shape both the present and future of San Francisco.
• When you work for the City, you’re choosing a job with purpose.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level