Principal Engineer

The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District•Saint Louis, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Engineer is responsible for assigning and coordinating the work of engineering team members, assisting in reviewing design plans, and managing consulting engineers. This role involves coordinating facility designs with other District departments, meeting with various stakeholders, and maintaining project schedules and technical reports. Additional duties may include developing presentations, managing District archives, and maintaining project file records.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably civil engineering.
Six years (6) experience as a licensed Professional Engineer.
Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri.
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering, especially as it applies to the review, design and construction of sewer facilities.
Thorough knowledge of the District's design and construction standards and policies.
Considerable skill in the use of computers and computer modeling including HYDRA, XP- SWMM, PCSWMM, EPA Net and other related hydraulic modeling programs.
Extensive oral and written communication skills.
Considerable skill in maintaining effective working relationships with consulting engineers, contractors, private developers, governmental officials and the general public.
Considerable skill in planning and coordinating the work of others.
Considerable skill in preparing technical reports and maintaining records.
Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state in which the employee resides.
Must pass a Non-D.O.T. Drug Test for this position.
All current employees must have a 'Meets Expectations' or 'Proficient' rating on their most recent performance evaluation to be eligible.

Responsibilities

Assign and coordinate the work of engineering team members.
Assist in reviewing design plans produced by or reviewed by team members.
Manage consulting engineers performing work of considerable difficulty.
Assist in coordinating the design of facilities with other District departments.
Meet with consulting engineers, contractors, private development project owners, and public officials as required.
Maintain and monitor project schedules.
Maintain records and prepare technical reports.
Develop presentations to District staff and external groups.
Manage District archives and maintain file records for all District projects.
Perform related duties as required or delegated by supervisor.