Engineer I or II

City of Manhattan Kansas•Manhattan, KS

10d

About The Position

(Engineer I) The Engineer I is primarily responsible for preliminary engineering, contract drawing development and specification development as assigned. The Engineer I may also be assigned study review, plan review or limited project management. (Engineer II) The Engineer II is responsible for preliminary engineering, contract drawing and specification development, project management, study preparation or review, and plan review as assigned.

Requirements

(Engineer I) Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Valid EIT Certification must be obtained within one (1) year of hire.
Valid driver’s license.
(Engineer II) Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Valid EIT Certification.
Possession of a Professional Engineering (PE) license in the State of Kansas or in another state with the ability to obtain a professional engineering license in the State of Kansas within one year of hire into this position.
4 years of design and/or project management experience of construction projects.
Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

Designs in-house engineering projects and studies as well as providing reviews for consultant designed project and studies.
Develops in-house designs for traffic, transportation, stormwater, water and sanitary sewer projects contributing to the creation of construction contract documents (plans and specifications).
Coordinates with City staff for in-house design or the review of projects designed by consultants.
Performs complex engineering calculations and applies civil engineering principles.
Contributes to a quality and efficient project by creativeness, thoroughness and accuracy of designs and studies.
Conducts research for property ownership, including right-of-way and easement boundaries, previous construction documentation and field site visits.
Develops in-house traffic studies, stormwater studies or other studies as assigned.
Prepares cost estimates and other documentation that supports engineering projects.
Prepares permit applications for regulatory approvals needed for construction projects.
Reviews plats; construction plans and specifications; and other studies as assigned to ensure they meet the City’s requirements and accepted engineering principles.
Assists with building permit and community development plan review as assigned.
Performs additional duties as required.
Attends meetings and training.
Acts as a contact point for outside groups and public agencies; answers questions and fulfill requests.
Handles stress from project deadlines and contributes extra effort as necessary.
Prepares report.
Maintains all records and documentation.
Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures in all duties.
Prepares and oversees permit applications for regulatory approvals needed for construction projects.
Responsible for the construction administration of construction projects as assigned.
Assists in developing and executing projects for the annual street maintenance program.
Prepares reports and makes public presentations.

Benefits

Boot, Clothing and Vehicle Allowances, if applicable.
City issued Cell Phone, if applicable.
Retirement/Pension - City employees are required by statute to contribute to the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS). Voluntary retirement contributions are offered with Nationwide, Mission Square, and Empower KPERS 457.
Medical, Dental, Vision - The City offers an excellent benefits package that includes wellness, medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits.
Paid Holidays – 10.5 paid holidays per year plus one additional floating holiday.
Paid Vacation - 12 to 26 days per year based on years of service.
Paid Sick Leave - 12 days per year.
Paid Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks of paid leave.
Education Reimbursement, Professional Development. Certifications/Licensure - The City will reimburse up to $8,000 per calendar year for tuition and fees. Professional Development funds are based on department budget. Certification/licensure may be reimbursed by the City.
Other Benefits - Long-term disability, employer paid group life insurance, basic life insurance, employee assistance program and an array of voluntary benefit options.