Engineer-Utility Development Review & Support

Hillsborough County•Tampa, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Licensed professional engineer assigned as a technical lead, project manager or team leader to provide engineering services for the investigation, evaluation, planning, computer modeling, design, construction, and construction inspection of public infrastructure and systems for projects. Hillsborough County Public Utilities is seeking an Engineer to assist in development planning and review, design, and analytical support of potable water, wastewater, and reclaimed water projects. The ideal candidate must have obtained their Professional Engineering License (Florida PE License preferred). The candidate should have experience through education and/or previous job duties in the design, review and construction of hydraulic and mechanical systems including gravity systems, Lift stations and pressurized mains; knowledge of industry standards and specifications; permitting of FDEP water and wastewater infrastructure.

Requirements

Registration in the State of Florida as a Professional Engineer (active status) in the applicable discipline as required by the Florida Statutes Chapter 471. (An applicant who holds a valid license to practice engineering in another state or territory of the United States, must meet current requirements to be licensed in the state of Florida as a professional engineer, and obtain the license within 6 months of employment.)
Knowledge of the principles and practices for assigned functional area.
Knowledge of large and complex construction project management methods and practices.
Knowledge of computer modeling and computer-aided drafting and mapping software and applications.
Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances, and other professional sources of information pertaining to public infrastructure, building and zoning codes, environmental permitting, and real estate.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of land surveying.
Knowledge of County’s comprehensive planning, capital improvement projects, and growth projections.
Knowledge of field testing, sampling and investigative techniques and procedures.
Requires frequent standing, sitting, walking, and stooping.

Nice To Haves

Florida PE License preferred
Experience through education and/or previous job duties in the design, review and construction of hydraulic and mechanical systems including gravity systems, Lift stations and pressurized mains
Knowledge of industry standards and specifications
Permitting of FDEP water and wastewater infrastructure

Responsibilities

Develops goals, objectives, strategies, policies, procedures and budgets for small to medium sized projects.
Manages and is responsible for one or more phases of large public infrastructure or development projects.
Manages the capital improvement program (CIP) projects, including development and procurement, and engineering and construction contracts.
Independently reviews and approves development activities and conditions with engineers and developers.
Signs and seals engineering documents.
Serves as technical specialist in the application of advanced concepts, principles and methods in assigned area; remains informed of new techniques, technology, and requirements for the purposes of recommending changes in programs or applications; interprets, organizes, executes and coordinates assignments.
Applies a thorough knowledge of current principles and practices of engineering as related to the variety of aspects affecting the County; applies expertise acquired through progressive experience to resolve crucial issues and unique conditions; remains informed of new methods and practices impacting the Department and County, and recommends new practices or changes in emphasis of projects.
Interacts with clients, customers, officials, contractors, and others; leads project meetings and makes presentations; represents the County and maintains productive relationships with individuals and related organizations.
Receives administrative supervision with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits.
Performs other duties as required.
In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, the County’s Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster.