2 Project Engineer I/II Jobs in Santa Barbara, CA
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Project Engineer I/II
$81k-100k (estimate)
Full Time
10 Months Ago
CITY OF SANTA BARBARA is Hiring a Project Engineer I/II Near Santa Barbara, CA
Project Engineer I – Salary $102,937 - $125,121 annually
Project Engineer II – Salary $113,169 - $137,557 annually
ABOUT US
At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in a collaborative environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive and grow while fulfilling our Mission.
The Mission of the Public Works Department is to provide the community with the sustainable foundation to thrive by delivering quality services and public infrastructure through efficient and fiscally responsible practices. Read more about the Public Works Department here.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
As a City of Santa Barbara employee, the work that you do has a tangible impact on our community. We are about more than the bottom line; our work ensures the health and safety of residents and visitors, protects and preserves our architectural heritage and the natural environment, and enriches lives.
As City employees, we are the stewards of this beautiful place. Our job is to help the elected officials serve everyone in our community and ensure Santa Barbara continues to be a special place for future generations. This is an exciting, and sometimes demanding, responsibility. It is important work that you can be proud to perform. Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here.
EMPOLYEE BENEFITS & PAY
Earn an attractive compensation package including competitive pay, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, retirement, paid time off, flexible work remote policies, commuter support, training and educational reimbursement.
THE POSITION
The City of Santa Barbara Public Works Department is seeking a knowledgeable Project Engineer I/II within the Streets Engineering – Design Group. This position is responsible for performing professional engineering work involving the design, investigation, construction, and administration of public works projects including the areas of streets, bridges, drainage, and transportation; and to reviewing and preparing plans, specifications, and contracts.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Project Engineer I – This is the entry-level class in the Project Engineer series. This class is distinguished from the Project Engineer II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series including work on smaller projects, performed under direct supervision.
Project Engineer II – This is the full journey level class within the Project Engineer series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Project Engineer I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including independent development of engineering designs and managing construction projects. Employees 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.
Knowledge of: Design principles and practices of civil engineering. Terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in technical civil engineering report writing, and bid preparation. Materials, tools, and equipment used in civil engineering. Principles of mathematics as applied to engineering work. Standard specifications for Public Works construction. Pertinent Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Experience with modern office procedures, methods, AutoCAD or Civil3D, Microsoft Professional Office Suite and computer equipment.
Ability to: Develop and review civil engineering plans, designs, specifications, and bid documents. Perform project management functions including developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and scopes. Prepare itemized construction quantities and cost estimates. Perform technical research, analyze engineering problems, and formulate reasonable and effective solutions. Operate contemporary office and engineering software. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and make required presentations to various commissions and boards including the Santa Barbara Planning Commission and the Architectural Board of Review.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:Project Engineer I: Some civil engineering experience is desirable.
Project Engineer II: Two (2) years of professional civil engineering experience.
Education and/or Training:Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from and accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field.
License, Certificate and/or Other Requirements:Possession of, or the ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Possession of an appropriate, valid Certificate of Registration as an Engineer in Training in California is desirable.
It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as “See application”, “Extensive Experience”, or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.
The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment.
There is currently one (1) vacancy within the Public Works Department.
Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.
OPEN & CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT: Because this recruitment is open and continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for an open and continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. FOR FIRST CONSIDERATION CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 2024.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$81k-100k (estimate)
POST DATE
08/26/2022
EXPIRATION DATE
07/10/2024
WEBSITE
ci.santa_barbara.ca.us
HEADQUARTERS
Santa Barbara, CA
SIZE
<25
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