Associate Engineer

JEA•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

Individual acquires knowledge and skills in a specific functional area by performing routine engineering assignments using standard analysis, procedures and techniques. Responsibilities may include performing engineering investigation and analysis, design tasks, preparing portions of project documents, project plan review and inspection for small to medium projects or designated segments of larger more complex projects that require no previous experience. Initially work receives close supervision for sound technical and professional judgment, but then is expected to gain independence with experience. Is expected to coordinate work with all internal stakeholders as required. May be asked to assist the manager with preparing updates of schedules, budgets and communications regarding projects and assignments within the department. Assess and make recommended system design improvements, expansions or replacements under the direction and review of a lead engineer or manager. Serve as a project manager of small to moderately complex utility projects through all phases including\: initial scoping, funding approvals, site selections, design, specifying and procuring equipment, coordinating construction, cost and budget management, final system checks, startup and final sign-off. Assists with the preparation of requests for proposal (RFP ) reviewing responses and making bid award recommendations based on JEA procurement guidelines and policy. Assists in overseeing complex field inspections including testing. Responsible to document and report non- conformance with design plans and specifications. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders as required regarding engineering requirements and utility projects. Responsible for monitoring assigned utility system performance, includes coordinating with operators, investigating system failures, recommending corrective actions and improvement opportunities and providing training when necessary. Preparation of technical, financial or process analysis related reports. Preparation of written and verbal project status reports to include scheduling and financial performance details. Performs other job-related work as assigned. OPEN REQUIREMENTS \: Bachelor degree in Engineering (disciplines listed below) accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET). A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology is not acceptable unless coupled with a master degree in engineering (disciplines listed below) . Note\: Applicants that are actively enrolled in and attending college and are within their final year of the Engineering degree program (disciplines listed below) will be deemed eligible, allowed to test/interview for the position and if successful will be placed on the eligibility list. Successful completion of the degree must be presented prior to hire date. Engineering Disciplines \: Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Environmental, Chemical, Industrial LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION \: A valid driver license is required prior to employment and must be maintained during employment. Note\: The typical starting salary for this position falls between $76,460.80 and $88,500. Benefits JEA offers a generous benefits and compensation package, with most benefits starting on your first day of employment . Paid Time Off: 13 paid holidays plus an exceptional annual leave benefit to be used for vacation, personal and sick time. Medical: Three comprehensive medical plans offered as options for you and your dependents including one plan with 100% paid coverage for the employee. Other Benefits: Exceptional benefits package beginning from first day of employment. Dental Vision Health accounts employer sponsored HSA and HRA Flexible spending accounts Tuition reimbursement Life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability and more. Retirement: JEA provides a great benefits and retirement package for its employees. Employees may begin participation in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan on day one of employment. Employees have the flexibility to choose from a variety of investment options to help them achieve their retirement goals. Health & Wellness To encourage our employees to develop and maintain good health, JEA offers access to the Healthy Lifestyles Wellness program as well as 11 onsite fitness centers. From annual flu shots and biometric screenings to health risk assessments and periodic access to an on-site mobile mammography unit, the program offers something for everyone.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in Engineering (disciplines listed below) accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET).
A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology is not acceptable unless coupled with a master degree in engineering (disciplines listed below)
Applicants that are actively enrolled in and attending college and are within their final year of the Engineering degree program (disciplines listed below) will be deemed eligible, allowed to test/interview for the position and if successful will be placed on the eligibility list. Successful completion of the degree must be presented prior to hire date.
Engineering Disciplines : Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Environmental, Chemical, Industrial
A valid driver license is required prior to employment and must be maintained during employment.

Responsibilities

Performing engineering investigation and analysis
Design tasks
Preparing portions of project documents
Project plan review and inspection for small to medium projects or designated segments of larger more complex projects that require no previous experience
Coordinate work with all internal stakeholders as required
Assist the manager with preparing updates of schedules, budgets and communications regarding projects and assignments within the department
Assess and make recommended system design improvements, expansions or replacements under the direction and review of a lead engineer or manager
Serve as a project manager of small to moderately complex utility projects through all phases including: initial scoping, funding approvals, site selections, design, specifying and procuring equipment, coordinating construction, cost and budget management, final system checks, startup and final sign-off
Assist with the preparation of requests for proposal (RFP )
Reviewing responses and making bid award recommendations based on JEA procurement guidelines and policy
Assist in overseeing complex field inspections including testing
Responsible to document and report non- conformance with design plans and specifications
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders as required regarding engineering requirements and utility projects
Responsible for monitoring assigned utility system performance, includes coordinating with operators, investigating system failures, recommending corrective actions and improvement opportunities and providing training when necessary
Preparation of technical, financial or process analysis related reports
Preparation of written and verbal project status reports to include scheduling and financial performance details
Performs other job-related work as assigned

Benefits

JEA offers a generous benefits and compensation package, with most benefits starting on your first day of employment
Paid Time Off: 13 paid holidays plus an exceptional annual leave benefit to be used for vacation, personal and sick time.
Medical: Three comprehensive medical plans offered as options for you and your dependents including one plan with 100% paid coverage for the employee.
Other Benefits: Exceptional benefits package beginning from first day of employment.
Dental
Vision
Health accounts employer sponsored HSA and HRA
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability and more.
Retirement: JEA provides a great benefits and retirement package for its employees. Employees may begin participation in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan on day one of employment. Employees have the flexibility to choose from a variety of investment options to help them achieve their retirement goals.
Health & Wellness To encourage our employees to develop and maintain good health, JEA offers access to the Healthy Lifestyles Wellness program as well as 11 onsite fitness centers. From annual flu shots and biometric screenings to health risk assessments and periodic access to an on-site mobile mammography unit, the program offers something for everyone.