Engineering Technician I or II (Planning & Design)

About the position

The City of Largo is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Engineering Technician to support transportation, stormwater, and sanitary sewer utility engineering projects. In this technical role, you will perform civil engineering tasks independently, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in project planning and design. Your work will be reviewed by a senior engineer and evaluated based on quality, completeness, and contribution to the overall effectiveness of the work program team. If you have a strong foundation in civil engineering technology and are eager to make an impact in your community, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City’s mission, vision, and values and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City’s strategic plan.
• Champions a high-performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals, and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives.
• Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services.
• Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture.
• Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities.
• Follows suggested procedures to ensure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety, and risk avoidance.
• Applies basic engineering principles and techniques following established guidelines, policies, and procedures in performing project design and engineering support services.
• Conducts preliminary field investigations to analyze and document existing conditions and report findings verbally and in writing.
• Performs basic mapping and/or plan preparation using geospatial and/or computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) Software.
• Performs fundamental calculations using spreadsheet programs.
• Reads civil engineering plans, construction drawings, and other infrastructure records.
• Maintains established project electronic data structure.
• Supports honest and transparent decision-making.
• Collaborates with all team members in a way that builds upon ideas and takes personal accountability and ownership of projects, roles, and assignments.
• Openly exhibits a positive attitude, in words and action, and encourages others to do the same.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in engineering or engineering technology, survey, computer-aided design (drafting), geospatial mapping, or closely related field.
• One (1) year experience in civil engineering computer-aided design, geographic mapping, or directly related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Drafting certifications preferred.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Considerable knowledge of engineering practices; computer-aided design and drafting techniques, including engineering, mathematics, and symbols.
• Knowledge of MicroStation GEOPAK and OpenRoads Designer preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of advanced engineering computer programs, geographic information systems (GIS) software, and database management programs.
• Knowledge of basic civil engineering practices and procedures, including surveying, construction, infrastructure design, and drafting techniques.
• Ability to apply engineering knowledge to specific technical and infrastructure problems.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in MicroStation GEOPAK or OpenRoads Designer (DESIGN).

Benefits

• Additional $3,800 employee benefit dollars; the unused balance of which can be kept as taxable income.
• Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with a generous 6.5% City match.
• 12 paid holidays.
• 24 hour full access to City fitness center.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• $4,000 in relocation assistance for candidates outside Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, or Manatee counties.
• Flexible workplace schedule.