Design Engineer (Engineer Intern, Engineer in Training)

MUSKINGUM WATERSHED CONSERVANCY DISTRICT•New Philadelphia, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision from the Deputy Chief – Reservoir Maintenance/Infrastructure, performs a variety of engineering functions to support planning, design, construction, and maintenance of MWCD reservoirs as described in the Amendment to the Official Plan relating to shoreline stabilization, dredging, sediment control, and other related programs and functions. Performs engineering functions to support operation of MWCD water and wastewater utilities and related projects, as well as campground improvements, park facility improvements, boat ramp improvements, or other recreational facilities as needed. Assists with project management tasks for both externally and internally designed projects.

Requirements

Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field ; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Must possess a driver’s license valid in the State of Ohio and must be insurable by MWCD fleet insurance.
Must possess and maintain certificate of registration as Engineer Intern (EI or EIT) issued by the Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors or currently be in the process of obtaining their certificate of registration as Engineer Intern (EI).
The certificate must be obtained within a time frame determined prior to hire and pursuant to an MWCD Design Engineer Licensure Agreement.
Knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
Knowledge of fundamental engineering principles and the ability to apply them to practical problems.
Knowledge of field investigation techniques and methods.
Knowledge of state and federal engineering laws.
Skilled in written and oral communication.
Skilled in computer operation.
Basic knowledge of AutoCAD.
Ability to effectively communicate.
Ability to research, develop and implement new techniques and common practices regarding shoreline protection.
Ability to problem solve.
Ability to manage and guide the preparation of construction drawings and/or contract documents.
Ability to observe construction progress.
Ability to interpret technical materials.
Ability to review, prepare and edit specifications, construction plans and related engineering documents.
Ability to prepare technical related reports.

Responsibilities

Plans, designs, and performs engineering-related duties for reservoir maintenance projects as described in the Amendment to the Official Plan. Prepares plans, specifications, contract documents, reports, quantity/cost estimates, field investigations, permit applications, environmental studies, and all tasks necessary to prepare projects for construction.
Assists with managing engineering consultants and other professional services firms as needed including scoping, contract management, project scheduling, cost estimating and design review. Coordinates work with other MWCD departments.
Performs planning, design, and other engineering functions to support the operation of MWCD water and wastewater utilities and related projects, as well as campground improvements, park facility improvements, and projects for other facilities and subdistricts as needed.
Coordinates approval and implementation of projects with other federal, state, and local agencies.
Coordinates design intention during construction, attends construction progress meetings, reviews construction progress, and makes periodic site visits during construction, as needed.
Assists with project management duties for assigned externally designed projects.
Assists with development of scope of work and consultant contracts, reviews consultant work in accordance with contracts, reviews reports, plans, specifications and cost estimates, ensuring projects are on time and within budget.
Attends meetings with government agency personnel, land owners, utilities, and other divisions to coordinate and inform about projects. Communicates project details with appropriate stakeholders.
May assist with the Maintenance Assessment Credits Program.
Performs engineering functions to support operation of MWCD water and wastewater utilities, or other facilities as needed.
Maintains required licensures and certification, if any.
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Attends and participates in meetings, seminars, training sessions, and conferences to improve technical knowledge; reviews literature on pertinent technical matters.