Eastern Municipal Water District
Associate Engineer I/II
Eastern Municipal Water District
Perris, CA 92572
Associate Engineer I/II
Salary Range: $128,856.00 – $168,459.20 Annually
CLOSING DATE & TIME: October 15, 2024 after 4:00PM Pacific Time
Eastern Municipal Water District is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill a vacancy in our Engineering Department for the position of Associate Engineer I/II. If you meet the qualifications outlined below, and you are interested in joining a dynamic business environment working with a stellar team of professions, we encourage you to apply for this excellent employment opportunity.
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under direction (Associate Engineer I) to general direction (Associate Engineer II), performs complex professional engineering work in the research, planning, hydraulic modeling, design and construction of water, wastewater, and recycled water capital infrastructure, improvement, maintenance, and construction projects; prepares and develops in-house project design work; develops complex designs, project budgets, engineer’s estimates, construction schedules, technical specifications, and special conditions as well as engineering reports, plans, and studies; and performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Associate Engineer I: This is the first working level within the professional registered engineering series. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the Associate Engineer II level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
Associate Engineer II: This is the fully qualified journey-level classification in the professional registered engineering series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Associate Engineer I level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Incumbents regularly work on tasks which are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment. Positions in the classification rely on experience and judgment to perform assigned duties. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to complete assignments. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements.
This class is distinguished from the Senior Engineer in that the latter performs the more complex work assigned to the series, such as ongoing project management responsibilities and/or providing technical and functional direction over lower-level staff and consultants.
SUPERVISON RECEIVED AND EXCERCISED
Receives direction (Associate Engineer I) to general direction (Associate Engineer II) from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff; may provide functional or technical direction to lower-level personnel.
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Required Skills
Knowledge of:
• Theory, principles, and practices of engineering design and construction.
• Principles and modern techniques and equipment used in the design, construction, and maintenance of water, wastewater, and recycled water utilities projects.
• Hydraulic system analysis applicable to engineering including hydraulic calculations.
Civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, structural, and instrumentation design concepts and principles specific to water, wastewater, and recycled water facilities.
• Physical design, economic, environmental, and/or social concepts which impact the planning design, procurement, and construction processes.
• Application of land use (development patterns and processes) concepts and implementation of zoning and other municipal ordinances.
• Public utility governance, oversight, regulations, and land development and zoning requirements.
• Methods used in developing information for Master Plan modifications.
• Land surveying principles.
• Principles and practices of project management including the management of resources and budgets.
• Objectives, principles, procedures, standards, practices, and information sources of public works facilities planning.
• Construction management principles and practices, including the strengths of material, properties, and uses of construction materials.
• Concepts of physics as they relate to engineering.
• Advanced mathematical principles.
• Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Principles and practices of technical report and business correspondence preparation.
• Research principles and practices.
• District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
Ability to:
• Prepare and present engineering calculations, data analysis, modeling, and other complex engineering plans, specifications, and legal contracts.
• Prepare and evaluate engineering studies of large projects; research, analyze, and summarize data; perform accurate engineering calculations and cost estimates.
• Interpret and explain design criteria, policies, ordinances, and procedures.
• Review and assess studies or reports prepared by consultants and utilize information for project completion.
• Evaluate potential construction and operational risks, materials and project costs, and provide recommendations for mitigation measures.
• Serve as project manager as assigned.
• Prepare clear, concise, and accurate technical reports, drawings, maps, notes, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Understand and apply those aspects of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards pertaining to assigned areas of responsibilities.
• Research and analyze complex engineering and mathematical problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective courses of action.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Required Experience
Any combination of experience and education that provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying, along with the specific licenses/certifications as outlined below:
Experience:
• Associate Engineer I: Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience providing professional support to an engineering program, preferably in a public utility environment; or two (2) years of experience as a registered engineer at the Assistant Engineer level with the District.
• Associate Engineer II: Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience providing professional support to an engineering program, preferably in a public utility environment; or three (3) years of experience as a registered engineer at the Associate Engineer I level with the District.
Education:
Associate Engineer I/II: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil, chemical, mechanical, structural, electrical engineering or related engineering discipline.
Licenses/Certifications:
• A valid license as a Professional Engineer in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Structural, or Electrical Engineering issued by the State of California.
• A valid California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District’s Vehicle Insurance Policy.
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