Principal Engineer

City of Beaumont California•Beaumont, TX

About The Position

Under general direction, the Principal Engineer plans, assigns, supervises, and reviews professional engineering work for the public works section; assists in developing and carrying out policies and programs; and performs related work as required. The role oversees engineering projects and staff, capital improvement planning and budgeting, public works design, land development review, and coordination with City departments and outside agencies. The position may involve prolonged sitting, standing, walking, and other physical activities, as well as computer and public-service work. Other reasonable duties may be assigned, and the City may revise classification duties and responsibilities as needs arise.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
High school diploma from an accredited high school or GED equivalent.
Valid California Class C Driver's License, maintained throughout employment.
Acceptable driving record and insurability at standard rates through the City's insurance carrier, maintained throughout employment.
Eight years of professional engineering experience in the area of assignment, including supervisory experience.
Education equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in civil engineering.
Licensed Civil Engineer in the State of California.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including those related to development and construction.
Knowledge of organization, administration, budget and personnel management; technical report writing; computers and computer programs; engineering principles and practices; and methods used in designing and constructing public works projects.
Ability to exercise independent judgment, organize and prioritize work, communicate clearly, handle sensitive and complex matters with tact, and build effective working relationships.
Must be found free from physical, emotional, or mental conditions that could affect the ability to perform essential job functions, with or without accommodation, as determined by a qualified physician and/or psychologist.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.
Confer with supervisors and assist with projects, priorities, and progress.
Supervise and participate in preparing and administering the capital improvement program and budget.
Supervise and participate in preparing special engineering studies and reports.
Coordinate activities with City departments, divisions, and sections, as well as outside agencies.
Prepare and administer the section budget.
Design public works projects, including sewer, storm drain, street, and street lighting improvements.
Coordinate utility relocations for public works projects.
Prepare street, sewer, and monument agreements for tract maps, parcel maps, and improvement plans.
Supervise, train, and evaluate professional and technical subordinates.
Resolve conflicts or problems between staff and developers.
Represent the City at City Council, the Public Works Committee for WRCOG, and other committees as requested.
Lead or participate in discussions regarding engineering projects.
Create, oversee, and administer standard drawings and specifications for the Public Works Department.
Plan, direct, and coordinate projects within the assigned area.
Supervise the preparation of specifications, cost estimates, work schedules, plans, maps, and reports.
Check, design, and supervise construction of public and private facilities, including complex engineering computations.
Direct the preparation and review of complex engineering designs, plans, specifications, and legal contracts.
Research technical matters and analyze engineering and mathematical problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend or adopt effective courses of action.
Plan, organize, manage, and integrate engineering design activities for capital improvement projects.
Oversee engineering approval and plan checks for land development projects to ensure compliance with codes and standards.
Interpret and apply applicable policies, laws, regulations, and court decisions.
Present proposals and recommendations in public meetings and represent the City in negotiations and other dealings.
Use a personal computer and appropriate software; prepare correspondence, reports, and other written materials.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City management and staff, developers, consultants, government and utility agencies, community groups, citizens, and others.