Project Designer #1414 - Engineering - Public Works Division

Hamilton County • Chattanooga, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs engineering duties in the Engineering Field including design, bidding, construction administration, permitting, plan review, and project management. Design will mainly be in the Civil Engineering field, however; project management will be on a variety of projects. Work may include recreational facilities, industrial parks, intersections, and other miscellaneous designs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required in Civil Engineering or directly related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Proof of degree/transcripts, certificate, or registration will be required at the time of hire.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Proficient in reading engineering design plans and specifications.
• Must have computer experience working in Autocad/Civil 3D, Word, and Excel programs.
• The equivalent of a high school diploma and ten (10) years of direct work experience in Engineering Design, Construction Management, and AutoCAD/Civil 3D.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of full-time professional level experience is preferred but a recent graduate will be considered.
• Knowledge of Revit is preferred.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Engineer Intern (EI) certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or reviews preliminary layouts and designs, construction plans and specifications, contract documents, hydrology studies and cost estimates for County construction projects; and engineering calculations; conducts inspections of construction projects.
• Reviews and approves subdivision plans and plats, including review of stormwater, erosion and sediment plans and calculations.
• Reviews traffic studies and impacts.
• Serves as a technical information source for engineering technicians and staff; researches technical issues; may provide guidance to technicians and contractors; provides information between the engineering, County departments, and external agencies and/or parties to clarify and reconcile engineering issues relating to County design and construction projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level