Associate Engineer (Community Development)

City of Torrance•Torrance, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Torrance is recruiting for an Associate Engineer to be part of the Community Development Team. The Community Development Department oversees and initiates plans for economic growth; commercial, industrial, and residential development and re-development; zoning; code enforcement; permitting; and building inspections. The Engineering Division provides plan checking and permitting services for construction work proposed in the public right of way to ensure high quality public improvements (specifically non-capital improvement related work). The Engineering Division processes land development documentation (certificates of compliance, easements, easement vacations, lot tie agreements, subdivision maps and certificates of correction); and also provides field inspection for non-capital improvement work in the public right of way. The Engineering Division is supported by our GIS team which provides infrastructure information, aerial imagery and geographic information. The Associate Engineer plays an integral part within the Engineering Division. This position will collaborate with different City departments including Public Works, Transportation, and Community Services; as well as the Current Development, Planning, and Building divisions of Community Development. The Associate Engineer manages municipal engineering projects, prepares and presents reports and agenda items for the City Council and City commissions, prepares and administers professional engineering and professional service contracts, plans and directs the work of lower-level professional and technical engineering staff, and performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Graduation from a college or university with a Bachelor's degree in engineering
Three years professional engineering field and office experience
Possess and maintain an appropriate, valid California driver's license
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the nuances and complexities of civil engineering in a municipal context
Strong ability to create maps, reports, and presentations
Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows software applications, such as spreadsheets, databases, and engineering computing applications, AutoCAD and ESRI GIS software
Proven capability to read and understand construction plans, technical reports and specifications
Ability to perform field inspections to gather or verify utility and feature locations and data, as well as research and evaluate information relevant to the GIS
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and make well-reasoned, logical decisions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to represent the City in meetings and presentations to a variety of audiences, including community groups, other governmental agencies, and the public, while using tact, diplomacy, and professionalism to effectively communicate and address concerns
Ability to independently manage and complete assignments in a fast-paced, high-demand environment, demonstrating initiative and proactive problem-solving when needed
Natural aptitude for thriving in a team environment that encourages cooperation, open communication, and the shared management of risk, responsibility, and rewards

Nice To Haves

Experience or training in engineering computer applications is desirable
A valid certificate of registration issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers is desirable

Responsibilities

Manages municipal engineering projects
Prepares and presents reports and agenda items for the City Council and City commissions
Prepares and administers professional engineering and professional service contracts
Plans and directs the work of lower-level professional and technical engineering staff
Performs related duties as required
Provides plan checking and permitting services for construction work proposed in the public right of way
Processes land development documentation (certificates of compliance, easements, easement vacations, lot tie agreements, subdivision maps and certificates of correction)
Provides field inspection for non-capital improvement work in the public right of way