SCV Water's Engineering Department is hiring! We currently have one vacancy that will be filled at either the Engineer or Senior Engineer level based on qualifications and experience. Please read the job description carefully and apply online.
OPENING DATE:
04/16/21
CLOSING DATE:
05/16/21 05:30 PM
This job bulletin is only intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with specified positions. Therefore, the job bulletin may not include all duties performed by individuals within a classification. In addition, job bulletin is intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position.
DEFINITION
Engineer Under general direction, performs a variety of professional civil engineering work in connection with the planning, design, and construction of agency projects and oversees and coordinates the work of consultants; plans and conducts complex engineering studies; and performs related duties as required.
Senior Engineer Under general direction, performs a variety of professional civil engineering work in connection with the planning, design, and construction of agency projects and oversees and coordinates the work of consultants; leads, trains, and provides work direction to assigned staff, and performs related duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Engineer The Engineer classification is the full journey-level class in the professional Engineering series requiring registration. Incumbents in this class are responsible for performing complex engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting general policies, and determining work assignments. Work in this class is distinguished from lower-level classifications by the greater complexity of the assignments received and by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate.
Senior Engineer The Senior Engineer classification is the advanced journey-level class in the professional Engineering series requiring registration. Incumbents in this class are responsible for performing complex engineering assignments of higher complexity. Assignments require the exercise of independent judgment and initiative when referring to unusual or complex problems. The classification of Senior Engineer is distinguished from lower-level classifications in that incumbents may supervise over lower-level classifications.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED
Engineer Receives general direction from the Principal Engineer. Exercises technical supervision over lower-level engineers and technical staff.
Senior Engineer
Receives general direction from the Principal Engineer. Exercises general and technical supervision over lower-level engineers and technical staff.
QUALIFICATIONS (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.) Education and/or Experience Engineer Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for an Engineer. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess:
A Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience performing journey-level professional civil engineering work.
Senior Engineer Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for a Senior Engineer. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess:
A Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional experience performing journey-level professional civil engineering work.
Licenses and Certifications Engineer and Senior Engineer
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California is required.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES(The following are a representative sample of the KSA’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position.)
Engineer Knowledge/Skills of:
Advanced principles, practices, methods, and techniques of civil engineering.
Methods and materials used in the design, inspection, and construction of various projects.
Drafting and mapping techniques, instruments, and equipment.
Engineering mathematics including geometry, trigonometry, and design principles.
Project budget preparation.
Local, state, and federal policies, procedures, and regulations.
Methods and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and construction of water treatment and distribution facilities.
Principles and practices of work safety.
Principles and practices of project management.
Safe working practices.
Oral and written communication skills.
Correct English usage, grammar, and vocabulary.
Record-keeping and report preparation techniques.
Operation of a computer and assigned software.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Senior Engineer Knowledge/Skills of:
The same knowledge and skills of the Engineer’s classification except at a higher level for higher complexity projects and assignments.
Training lower-level engineers and technical staff.
Supervising lower-level engineers and technical staff.
Engineer Ability to:
Lead, plan, direct, and coordinate the work of project teams.
Successfully manage projects of varying size and budget.
Evaluate complex design and consulting work.
Interpret, explain, and apply complex rules, policies and procedures, regulations, laws, and ordinances.
Prepare comprehensive and technical reports.
Analyze engineering problems and develop successful resolutions.
Establish and maintain effective working relations with agency staff, outside agencies, consultants, contractors, developers, and the public.
Evaluate and perform difficult planning and design work.
Perform feasibility and cost analysis studies.
Compile, assemble and prepare a variety of engineering documents including drawings, calculations, specifications, plans and support materials.
Perform difficult and complex engineering mathematical computations.
Design and evaluate engineering projects to assure objectives and codes are followed.
Operate a computer and assigned software.
Utilize specialized drafting tools and equipment.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Prepare presentations and present it to staff, management, Board of Directors, public and professional service groups, etc.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Maintain records.
Senior Engineer Ability to:
Perform the same abilities as the Engineer.
Analyze problems and evaluate alternatives of higher complexity.
Manage and lead projects and assignments with higher complexity.
Train lower-level engineers and technical staff.
Manage and supervise lower-level engineers and technical staff.
NOTES:
Additional Salary Information: Engineer
Full-Time Position
FLSA: Exempt
$55.96 to $68.17 hourly
$9,700 to $11,816 monthly
Senior Engineer
Full-Time Position
FLSA: Exempt
$61.71 to $75.18 hourly
$10,696 to $13,031 monthly
About Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. SCV Water is an equal opportunity employer and all employees and applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment. The Agency will recruit, hire and promote the best qualified individuals for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class (“protected classes” as recognized by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the California State Department of Fair Employment and Housing and California Labor Code).
