Engineer I - Engineer in Training (EIT)

Clallam County•Clallam County Courthouse, WA

About The Position

The Engineer I – EIT is the entry-level classification in the Engineer series and performs professional engineering and project management work for a variety of Public Works projects, including roads, bridges, drainage systems, sewer and utility infrastructure, and related facilities. Under the direction of senior engineering staff, the position manages projects from planning and design through permitting, bidding, construction, inspection, and completion. Responsibilities include preparing plans, cost estimates, and reports; coordinating with contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and the public; and supporting traffic safety, right-of-way, surveying, and infrastructure improvement activities. The position exercises independent judgment in applying engineering principles, standards, and regulations to deliver safe, cost-effective, and high-quality public infrastructure projects.

Requirements

Requires knowledge of the field of assignment sufficient to perform thoroughly and accurately the full scope of responsibility as illustrated by examples in the above job description
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Washington State Driver’s License
Bachelor’s Degree involving major study in Civil Engineering
Engineer-In-Training Certificate OR must obtain a Certificate within six (6) months of employment.
Citizen of the United States of America or a lawful permanent resident
Pass Background Check
Pass OSHA/Designated Required Training
Ability to obtain a Flagging and Traffic Control card issued by the Department of Labor & Industries
Ability to successfully pass all testing and examinations which measure ability to perform essential job functions

Nice To Haves

Any first aid rendered by such persons is rendered only as a collateral duty responding solely to injuries resulting from workplace incidents, generally at the location where the incident occurred.

Responsibilities

Meet attendance standards necessary for successful job performance
Exercise sound judgment in the performance of assigned duties on the basis of law, applicable policies and procedures, and ethical responsibilities
Prepare clear, concise, coherent, and grammatically correct written work product
Be attentive to detail
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Work independently
Work well with others
Prioritize work assignments
Operate a variety of office equipment including, but not limited to, computers and installed software applications
Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Obtain all necessary permits and clearances for the assigned project from regulatory agencies. Examples include: declaration of non-significance, hydraulic project approval, Corps of Engineers permit, NPDES, and water quality
Research deeds, legal descriptions, survey records, plats, etc. to determine ownership. Determine right of way needed for the project, including analyzing existing right of way, writing new right of way legal descriptions, calculating areas of land, and mitigating impacts to landowners. Impact to utilities must be investigated and relocations must be coordinated
Direct the survey crew chief on specific information needed for the project survey and staking. Interpret, analyze, and apply survey information to the design task
Design the new facility by applying modern engineering principles and practices including those found in AASHTO manuals and various WSDOT manuals as well as engineering texts. In addition to usual functions the design is to be safe, cost effective, durable, and aesthetic. Decisions must be made as to the most appropriate construction materials to utilize in the facility. Maintenance crews and property owners also need to be consulted so that their concerns can be included in the design. Research of engineering literature is sometimes required to determine solutions to unusual problems or for reports
Prepare neat, concise, complete construction plans following county standards. Prepare auxiliary maps and drawings as needed
Prepare complete and thorough contract specifications based on WSDOT standard specifications and county special provisions as well as federal regulations on federally funded projects
Prepare cost estimates at various stages of the project
Advertise for bids, reconcile bids, evaluate bidders, and award contract work to qualified contractor based on lowest competent bid
Administer the contract including such things as holding a pre-construction conference, processing payments, negotiating change orders, and completing all paperwork required. Engineer solutions to problems that may develop during construction
Inspect (or oversee the inspection of) the construction work including the daily diary, paperwork, reports, construction surveying and acceptance of the work (along with appropriate supervisors).
Perform (or oversee the performance of) materials testing and evaluation of the results
Perform bridge condition inspections in accordance with state and federal guidelines including filling out appropriate forms on a timely basis and maintaining files. Calculate safe load carrying capacity
Coordinate Road Improvement Districts including preparing appropriate forms and maps and cost estimates, scheduling meetings, and determining completeness of petitions. Assure that procedures follow legal requirements
Check survey plats for accuracy and conformance to county requirements
Assist others with areas of personal expertise. Perform other tasks necessary for the operation of the office. Fill in for or assist other staff members in their assigned duties.
Provide courteous help to the general public with their questions and provide information within the scope of responsibility or refer to appropriate personnel.
Communicate effectively and clearly both verbally and in writing
Prepare a variety of engineering reports
Hire consultants for specialized work when necessary
Shall endeavor to assure safe Clallam County roads and facilities
Shall have a thorough working knowledge of the MUTCD and other relevant manuals and shall apply this knowledge to the needs of the Road Department. Shall oversee the signing program. Shall develop/review signing plans for construction projects
Shall monitor the county road network for locations of high accident frequency and of high accident potential and shall prepare and implement solutions. Shall oversee the spot safety improvement program
Shall compile, maintain, and analyze records, reports, and statistical information relative to traffic safety and traffic flow. Shall develop and prioritize lists of recommended road improvements. Shall take action to improve roads on the lists. Shall compile and maintain accurate records regarding improvements that have been made and actions taken to improve the safety of the roads
Design and analysis of sewer and utilities infrastructure
May be expected to adjust work hours to observe conditions during hours of darkness
Duties as assigned