Engineer Designer AA

Eng Designer Aa

Works under the general supervision of a Senior Design Engineer or the lead designer in the Civil Engineering Department. Performs general design responsibilities involving the preparation of design plans, plats, specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates for the construction, maintenance, and alteration of city structures and facilities; prepares engineering computations; interprets and analyzes survey field data; inspects construction sites; assists in the planning and design of engineering projects in assigned civil engineering area and follows general directions in the evaluation and substantial adaptation of standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria; works with the technical staff in the completion of plans and specifications, collection of field survey data, and field inspections; assists in the reviewing of construction plans for compliance with standard engineering practices and city regulations; researches new developments in engineering techniques, construction methods and materials, and makes recommendations accordingly; communicates with professionals and nonprofessionals regarding construction projects, city policies and regulations, etc. Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software, GIS, Hydraulic Modeling Software, and equipment to perform calculations and to prepare maps and other documents.

• 1. Assists in the planning and design of engineering projects and follows general directions in the evaluation and substantial adaptation of standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria as needed.
• 2. Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

Requires the ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, with management, staff and the public. Requires the ability to conduct site visits involving traversing uneven land on foot. Requires the ability to understand engineering plans and drawings. Requires the ability to operate computer, various office equipment and software. Requires the ability to operate an automobile.

Majority of work is performed in an office environment with some outdoor work required to visit work sites. Must travel independently throughout the city to attend meeting and conduct site investigations.

Engineering

Grades & Minimum Quals

Gen.14 - Engineering Designer A (055ED)

Annual:$56,102.54 - $85,841.60

Payperiod:$2,157.79 - $3,301.60

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or currently in school with the ability to obtain degree within six (6) months as a condition of continued employment. Must possess a certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or have the ability to obtain certification within twelve (12) months of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as a condition of continued employment.

Gen.15 - Engineering Designer AA (054ED)

Annual:$60,029.58 - $92,456.00

Payperiod:$2,308.83 - $3,556.00

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and two (2) years of professional civil engineering experience and possession of an Engineering - In - Training Certificate (EIT); or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. Experience with AutoCAD, TerraModel software, and GIS preferred. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as a condition of continued employment.

E.17 – Design Engineer (052DE)

Annual:$72,907.90 - $107,539.12

Payperiod:$2,804.15 - $4,136.12

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and four (4) years' experience in civil engineering design with emphasis in an engineering field appropriate to work assignment with at least two (2) of those years in a supervisory/lead capacity; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. License to practice engineering in the State of Tennessee or a state that has reciprocity with Tennessee. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as a condition of continued employment.

E.18 – Design Engineer Sr. (051DE)

Annual:$82,385.94 - $115,340.42

Payperiod:$3,168.69 - $4,436.17

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and seven (7) years of progressively more responsible experience which was primarily involved in general civil engineering with at least four (4) of those years in a supervisory capacity; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. Preferred experience may include, but not be limited to the following areas: Roadway Design, Drainage Design, Structural Design and Analysis, Traffic Engineering, Sewer System Design, and Land Development. Work experience may vary based on assigned service center needs. License to practice engineering in the State of Tennessee or demonstrated ability to obtain within six (6) months required and maintain as a condition of continued employment. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as a condition of continued employment.