Engineering Specialist 2
- Employer
- South Florida Water Management District
- Location
- West Palm Beach, Florida
- Salary
- $63,000-$75,000
- Closing date
- Nov 1, 2024
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- Specialty
- Other
- Position Type
- Other
- Organization Type
- Government
Job Details
Engineering Specialist 2
South Florida Water Management District
West Palm Beach, FL
Job Description
Engineer position that provides engineering services for a section that supports the success of one or more of the District's strategic programs. Engineering services are based on a comprehensive knowledge and consistent application of theories, precepts, concepts, and practices related to hydraulic and hydrologic engineering. The incumbent performs detailed phases of moderate to complex engineering projects or processes. Additionally, the incumbent performs work that requires the application of both conventional and innovative engineering practices. He/she receives direction from the supervisor for complex or unfamiliar problems and developments, and work products are reviewed to ensure the application of sound engineering judgment. The incumbent is responsible for keeping his/her immediate supervisor current on the status of deliverables and assignments.
This position is responsible for supporting canal and structure capacity studies; performing level of service evaluations of watersheds; performing flow rating analyses of spillways, culverts and pumping stations; analyzing and evaluating hydraulic and hydrologic data; maintaining and enhancing the District’s FLOW program; developing computer programs for hydraulic and hydrologic engineering computations; preparing or reviewing the hydraulic designs of water control structures, impoundments, canals and pipelines; and developing effective working relationships with team members.
Ideally, the incumbent should be knowledgeable of and have some experience in the following: developing, calibrating, and maintaining flow rating equations for various types of water control facilities (pumps, spillways, weirs, and culverts); extracting data from DBHydro, DCVP, and other SFWMD databases; resolving data verification and analysis problems; interpreting design and as-built drawings; reviewing the hydraulic and hydrologic designs of major water control structures; and developing, applying, and interpreting the results of hydrologic and hydraulic models that are based on standard software such as HECRAS, HECHMS, MIKE11, MIKESHE, etc.
This position may be filled at the Engineering Specialist 2 or Engineering Specialist 1 level.
Experience Requirements:
Engineering Specialist 2, at least 1 year of experience that (i) demonstrates measurable career progression within the water resources engineering discipline, and (ii) can be applied to support the District's strategic goals and objectives is required. No experience is required for Engineering Specialist 1.
Employment Guidelines:
Bachelor's degree from an ABET/EAC accredited program is required. Preference will be given to candidates with an advanced engineering degree. Acceptable disciplines for engineering education include Agricultural, Civil, Environmental, and other water-related engineering fields.
Licenses / Certifications:
Valid State of Florida Driver's License is required
Engineer Intern or Engineer in Training certification by either the State of Florida or a reciprocal jurisdiction. Applicants lacking these credentials may still be considered but must obtain them within six (6) months of the initial date of employment.
Physical Requirements / Working Environment:
Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times, be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role.
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Veterans’ Preference:
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.
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