Job Description

Posting number: 02.405 06-26 ENG

Department: PUBLIC WORKS: ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION

Job classification: ENGINEER I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Engineering

Summary

Pay Schedule I, Grade 27, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

Vacancies exist in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Engineering and Construction, Highway Design.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or licenses(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of duties

Under close supervision, performs routine professional engineering under the guidance of a licensed engineer, work including, but not limited to the following:

• Improves the engineered infrastructure for Baltimore County working with teams of engineers in Highways Design.
• Assists in the feasibility assessment, design, technical review and project management of capital geometric highways design, potable water, sanitary sewer, stormwater, flooding and green infastructure engineering projects, including the drafting of plans, determination of right-of-way requirements, writing of special provisions, preparation of construction estimates, review of consultant design plans, and grading plans.
• Assists in the performance of GIS work and computer aided drafting and design of engineering drawings, plans, and projects.
• Assists in the preparation of engineering reports and technical studies.
• Prepares, submits, and/or assists consultants with applications for various permits required for capital improvement projects.
• Participates in meetings with consultants, contractors, suppliers, citizens, and others.
• Prepares correspondence related to projects.
• Meets with field personnel on site.
• Works with citizens and community groups to resolve complaints concerning water, sewer or stormwater, flooding and green-infrastructure projects.

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering

OR

Possession of a certificate of registration as an Engineer in Training issued by a State within the United States of America.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

College coursework, internships and/or work experience in civil or environmental or mechanical engineering.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license may be required for some positions at the time of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org )

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Engineer I (Highway Design)

Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson MD 21204

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Supplemental information

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, standing, and other limited physical activities including travel to various work sites.

Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.