The City of Lincoln Department of Transportation and Utilities mission is to responsibly deliver, enhance and maintain vital infrastructure and services for the good of our community. This Engineer position will assist Senior Engineers to evaluate and prioritize the transportation system's needs using a strategic approach in the Asset Management Division. More information on the Transportation and Utilities Department can be found here: https://www.lincoln.ne.gov/City/Departments/LTU 
 
This position is advanced professional engineering work requiring independent judgment and initiative in interpreting and adapting professional standards and principles as well as official policies, ordinances, regulations, and guidelines. Knowledge in pavement and/or bridge management is desirable.
Supervision, mentorship, assignment of projects, review of work items, and establishment of goals is completed in consultation with Senior Engineers.
Strong management skills, the ability to communicate concepts to a wide audience and effective interpersonal abilities are essential.
Qualification: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in engineering and two years of experience in progressively responsible civil engineering work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills. 
Necessary Special Requirements: Registration as a Professional Engineer by the State of Nebraska. If registered in another state, must obtain Nebraska registration within one year of appointment.Possession of a valid driver's license. Management and evaluation of municipal transportation assets to ensure safety, fiscal responsibility and conformance with local, regional and national standards. Primary assets include streets, bridges, and sidewalks.
Participate in plan reviews of municipal transportation projects.
Provide technical guidance to employees, coordinate with other City of Lincoln Departments as well as outside agencies and communicate with the general public.
Resolve issues through research and providing solutions.Willingness to ask questions and continually learn best practices and apply this information and how it relates to municipal infrastructure.
Experience with evaluation of street and/or bridge assets.
Experience and/or training in the design, construction, or evaluation of sidewalks and curb ramps with respect to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) sidewalk construction standards.
Experience and/or training in engineering management.
Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Detail oriented.
Creating and maintaining effective relations with officials, co-workers, other government agencies, professional service providers and the general public