INTEGRATED CAPTIAL MANAGEMENT IS LOOKING FOR AN ASSOCIATE ENGINEER TO JOIN THE TEAM! This is an internal recruitment for City of Spokane current employees only. 
Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria in the development, investigation, and construction of Public Works projects and systems.

• May perform planning, design, construction management and/or operations functions of public works projects within their respective department.
• Performs work for various Public Works projects involving conventional types of plans, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment with relatively few complex features for which there are precedents.
• Prepares specifications and cost estimates for various Public Works and Utilities projects.
• Conducts professional engineering studies relating to present activities and future projects. Collects and analyzes data and confers with supervisors regarding the feasibility of design. Prepares reports and makes recommendations relating to the conduct of engineering activities or to the acceptance of contracts and bids received for proposed projects.
• May be required to work in the field on particularly complex construction projects or during emergencies.
• Operates an automobile, drafting equipment, personal computer, reprographic equipment, and calculator.
• Researches new methods, products and materials related to public works projects. Evaluates and reviews the appropriateness of implementing new methods, products and materials in City projects. Makes recommendations to other departments.
• Performs related work as required.

 
HYDRAULIC AND HYDROLOGIC ANALYSIS (designated positions)

• Performs analysis of combined and separated sewer systems, and water systems.
• Develops and calibrates the analysis procedures for both hydrologic/hydraulic investigation to determine sizing of conveyance pipes, tanks, and combined sewer overflow facilities.
• Develops and documents water and wastewater flow projections to assess future facility needs.
• Performs related work as required.

 
To transfer into this position, one must either:

• 1) Be a current Associate Engineer within City of Spokane, OR
• 2) Already be at the same pay grade as an Associate Engineer AND have taken and passed the examination for this classification, within the last five years.

To demote into this position, one must:

• 1) Meet the qualifications for the position, AND
• 2) Be at a higher pay range than Associate Engineer.

Open Entry Requirements:

• Education: A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Experience: Four years of professional-level experience in civil engineering.
• Substitutions: A master’s degree in engineering may substitute for one year of experience. Possession of a recognized Engineer in Training Certificate may substitute for the education requirement.
• License: Possession of a valid driver's license or equivalent mobility.

 
Note: Open-entry applicants will also qualify by providing proof of approval by the Washington State Department of Licensing to take the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam in a Civil Engineering discipline.
 
Procedural Note: Recruiting for Engineers, other than Civil Engineers, will be conducted as needed.
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
 

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering, particularly as applied to the design of Public Works projects.
• Considerable knowledge of municipal engineering objectives, purposes, methods, and practices.
• Considerable knowledge of the practices and principles of hydrologic and hydraulic analysis (designated positions).
• Knowledge of software applications related to engineering design and construction, geographic information systems, computer-aided design and drafting, and databases. 
• Knowledge of applicable codes, ordinances.
• Ability to perform technical research and give reliable advice on difficult engineering problems.
• Ability to prepare and interpret plans and specifications, and calculate stresses and deflections in structures.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working and public relations.
• Ability to supervise professional and non-professional personnel.

 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
 

• Ability to perceive and understand fine print and distinguish shades of color as found on plans, drawings, reports, and specifications.
• Ability to communicate by using a telephone.
• Ability to travel to and from job sites in order to conduct field investigations, and to traverse outdoor work sites.
• Ability to operate drafting equipment and a personal computer.
• Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions.