Civil Engineering Technician | Civil Engineer I | Civil Engineer II

City of Charleston•Milwaukee, WI

5d•$67,268 - $105,000

About The Position

The City is seeking qualified candidates for multiple Civil Engineering positions within our Engineering Technical Review Division. These roles support division operations through technical engineering and administrative duties related to development review for stormwater and roadway/engineering plans and reports, inspections, and project closeout. 4 Roles: Civil Engineering Technician - $67,268.42 - $82,000.00 Civil Engineer I - $77,067.98 - $91,000 Civil Engineer II - $ 84,196.79 - $102,500 Civil Engineering III - $91,984.95 - $120,000.00

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Valid South Carolina driver’s license
Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel, Bluebeam, and Word (or similar software)
Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field
Two (2) years of relevant site, road, stormwater, or field construction experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel, Bluebeam, and Word (or similar software)
Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field from an ABET-accredited college or university
Four (4) years of relevant experience in site, road, stormwater, or wastewater design and field construction experience
Preferably with a municipality, utility, county, or state
Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in South Carolina OR registered in another state with the ability to obtain SC licensure within 6 months of hire
Valid state-issued driver’s license
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Bluebeam, and Word (or similar software)
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered

Nice To Haves

Relevant site, road, stormwater, or field construction experience
Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ESRI/GIS, and stormwater/hydrology modeling software
Experience in site development and/or infrastructure construction and design
Previous experience with stormwater management and permitting, hydrology and hydraulics for drainage/site design
Previous experience with: Stormwater management and permitting Hydrology and hydraulics for drainage/site design DOT road and bridge construction
Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ESRI/GIS, and stormwater/hydrology modeling software

Responsibilities

Reviewing development and redevelopment plans, plats, and engineering documents for compliance with applicable design specifications, City policies, and regulatory requirements related to stormwater and roadway/engineering design.
Identifying potential conflicts with existing infrastructure and conducting physical site assessments.
Supporting and/or assisting with coordination, completion, and documentation of: Construction Activity inspections Engineering Permit inspections Engineering inspections associated with City Building Permits
Reviewing final plats, record drawings, and video documentation, and participating in post-construction inspections required during project close-out and dedication.
Analyzing reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, aerial photography, and technical data related to soil composition, terrain, hydrology, and other topographic/geologic characteristics.
Preparing or assisting with modifications to reports, specifications, plans, schedules, environmental impact studies, and engineering designs.
Supporting inspections of active construction sites to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, construction standards, and safety requirements.
Interacting professionally with City employees, the public, design professionals, contractors, and regulatory agencies to resolve issues proactively.
Maintaining accurate project records and ensuring documentation is properly filed.
Performing other duties as assigned.
Works under the direction and supervision of a registered Professional Engineer.
Supports engineering staff with planning, design, and review of minor civil engineering projects (roads, bridges, small developments, irrigation, and drainage systems).
Assists engineers and inspectors with field documentation, plan reviews, and project closeout tasks.
Performs technical engineering and administrative duties supporting division operations.
Reviews development and redevelopment projects with support from more senior staff.
Assists more senior Civil Engineers as needed.
Independently reviews and manages more complex development and redevelopment projects.
May direct the preparation of engineering reports, specifications, designs, and supporting project documentation.
Provides higher-level support to inspection staff and may direct construction/maintenance activities when necessary.