Engineer I/II/III (continuous open posting)

City of Chesapeake

Working Title of Vacant Position Engineer I/II/III (continuous open posting)

Job Type Full Time

Posting Type Public

Number of Vacancies 1

Department PUBLIC WORKS

Division PUB WORKS ENGINEERING

Requisition Number 2023219P

Number of hours worked per week 40

Work Schedule 

TBD

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement R - Routine

Pay Grade N/A

Pay Basis Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary 

Depends on Qualifications

Job DescriptionEngineering positions are eligible for a sign-on bonus.

This is a continuous job announcement. It is not a posting for a specific position. It serves to collect applications for future vacancies. Applications submitted for this announcement will be reviewed for referral to specific positions as vacancies arise.

Engineer I/II/III positions perform engineering functions and provide support to personnel in assigned area. Positions are responsible for researching and analyzing engineering data, reviewing and designing plans, approving and maintaining related engineering information, and providing assistance with project inquiries and concerns.

General Description of Duties

  • Researches and analyzes engineering data in order to prepare and update plans and correspondence.
  • Reviews and designs plans to ensure code compliance for public works, utility facilities, street lighting, water/wastewater management, and/or traffic management engineering projects.
  • Completes engineering functions such as inspecting project sites, estimating project costs, and managing the progress of projects.
  • Prepares, approves, evaluates, and maintains related engineering reports and other information such as specifications, project invoices, proposals, grant applications, and/or permits.
  • Participates in the coordination of project implementation by interacting with the various parties involved.
  • Investigates and responds to inquiries and concerns for contractors, staff, the general public, and other organizational agencies.
  • Attends or conducts staff meetings to exchange information; attends in-service training and classes, seminars, or conferences to improve professional skills.
  • Performs related tasks as necessary such as training and/or supervising subordinate staff.

Required QualificationsVOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related field. For Engineer I, four years of relevant full-time experience will be assessed in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

  • Engineer I: No experience required for applicants who possess a bachelor’s degree; non-degreed applicants must have two years of experience in addition to the degree equivalency.
  • Engineer II: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
  • Engineer III: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of five years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. Depending on position, State and/or City certification(s) may be required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications 

Job Open Date 05/12/2023

Job Close Date 

Open Continuous Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants 

This is a continuous job announcement. It is not a posting for a specific position. It serves to collect applications for future vacancies. Applications submitted for this announcement will be reviewed for referral to specific positions as vacancies arise.

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Standing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Walking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Lifting Amount Exerting up to 10 lbs

Carrying Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs

Pushing/Pulling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs

Reaching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Handling Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching Never- Never occurs.

Crawling Never- Never occurs.

Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Twisting N = Never

Climbing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Balancing Never- Never occurs.

Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Foot Controls Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used 

City Vehicle, Computer, MS Office 365, Camera, Telephone, Standard Office Equipment, Calculator.

Protective Equipment RequiredHard Hat, Safety Vest, Safety Shoes for Field Visits.

Mechanical Hazards N = Never

Chemical Hazards N = Never

Electrical Hazards N = Never

Fire Hazards N = Never

Explosives N = Never

Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally

Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never

Other 

If Other, Description 

Dirt and Dust M = Several Times Per Month

Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally

Noise and Vibration M = Several Times Per Month

Fumes and Odors M = Several Times Per Month

Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally

Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never

Primary Work Location Office Environment

Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Other 

If Other, Description 

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) 

No.

Minimum Requests 0

Maximum Requests 4

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