ENGINEER III - TRANSPORTATION

JOB DESCRIPTION

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN, SENIOR
ENGINEERING

Human Resources Department
700 Town Center Drive, Suite 200

Newport News, VA 23606
NEWPORT NEWS, VA Phone: (757) 926-1800

CITY OF OPPORTUNITY Fax: (757) 926-1825

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for performing specialized technical
engineering activities related to ongoing projects. Serves as a lead worker. Reports to a Senior
Engineer.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Conducts engineering investigations and field studies for analysis of patterns, condition assessment
and research data. Conducts or assists in preliminary reviews of construction plans and site
specifications to ensure compliance with prescribed standards. Conducts onsite meetings with
citizens, outside agencies, contractors, or City personnel.

Prepares engineering drawings, maps and sketches using computer aided drafting, standard drafting
and GIS tools. Provides technical assistance or produces work such as utility layouts, fire flow
availability, hydraulic modeling, traffic accident analysis, pavement management and asset
management system studies. Researches and analyzes information, records, codes and regulations
and prepares written reports with recommendations as appropriate.

Responsible for the effective supervision and administration of project staff including prioritizing and
assigning work, performance management, employee relations, and related activities.

Provides assistance in contract administration of projects; assists in processing of proposals, contract
bids, project change orders; assists in scheduling requests, ensures proper documentation, assists
with gathering information necessary for final payments to contractors and assists divisional
personnel and the public by providing information upon request.

Performs other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE STANDARD

Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community
and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City’s Values. Employees are also
expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE 

Engineering - Knowledge of computer aided drafting and modern drafting tools for the
production of drawings, maps and sketches. Knowledge of general principles of civil
engineering.

Page 1 of 3 Revised: 08/01/2015 

Technology - Thorough knowledge of computer aided drafting, drafting instruments and related
equipment. 

Supervision - Knowledge of leadership techniques, principles and procedures to assign work,
schedule, supervise, and train assigned staff.

REQUIRED SKILLS


Computer Skills – Utilizes a personal computer with AutoCad, word processing, and related
software to effectively complete a variety of technical tasks with reasonable speed and accuracy. 

Interpersonal Relationships – Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships
with employees, managers and representatives from other departments and organizations
Judgment/Decision Making — Evaluates the best method of research and then exercises
appropriate judgment in establishing priorities and resolving complex matters. Considers the
relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

REQUIRED ABILITIES


Communication – Ability to communicate ideas and proposals verbally and in writing effectively
so others will understand, to include the preparation of detailed reports which include numerical
information. Ability to listen and understand information and ideas being presented verbally and
in writing. 

Coordination of Work – Ability to establish and implement effective administrative programs and
procedures. Ability to plan and organize daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the
completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Performs a broad
range of supervisory responsibility over others. 

Mathematics – Ability to perform mathematical calculations, algebra, geometry and trigonometry.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Requires an Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology and 5 - 7 years related experience with 2-3
years lead or supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

Requires the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work. 

Some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10
pounds). 

Tasks may involve extended periods of time at keyboard or work station.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS 

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds, depth, textures, and visual
cues or signals. 

Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally

Page 2 of 3 Revised: 08/01/2015

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such
as dirt, dust, pollen, wetness, humidity, weather, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, or traffic
hazards.

Page 3 of 3 Revised: 08/01/2015