Utilities Engineer

Department: Utilities Admin. Reports to: Asst. Director Utilities

Summary: Under the guidance of the Assistant Director of Utilities / Field Operations; manage the Utilities Engineering Division. Division shall be responsible for the development, implementation and successful completion of projects within the Utilities Department including Capital Improvement Projects (CIP); water treatment, wastewater treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection, reuse system, Utilities GIS, I&C/SCADA, and data management/project management/asset management and work order processing software systems. Project/ Design Engineer performs complex office and field related engineering work in connections with the planning, design, and construction Capital Improvements, water distribution and sewer collection lines, and other Utilities works projects, developed both in house and as outsourced consultant services. Undertakes the administration of the City's Water and Wastewater ordinance. Reviews Utilities permits and subdivision improvement plans for compliance with Utilities construction standards and City ordinances. Estimates quantities and costs of such projects.

Essential Functions: Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform a variety of engineering, management and administrative duties in conjunction with the design, research and administration of Capital Improvement Plan(CIP) and Operation's maintenance repairs.
• Design and prepare plans and specifications for Water and Wastewater Utilities.
• Prepare regulatory correspondence and reports.
• Perform field investigation and evaluation of infrastructure issues.
• Prepare opinions of probable construction cost for development of CIP projects Priorities.
• Administer project bids and manage multiple construction projects.
• Coordinate with and makes presentations to boards and various other public and private entities.
• Review plans and specifications prepared by engineers for compliance with City of Odessa standards and specifications.
• Supervise and manage Utilities Engineering Division staff, resources, and responsibilities efficiently and effectively to the benefit of the City of Odessa.
• Supports the divisional operations with regular and timely attendance.
• Must have and maintain a cell phone for City use to hold this position.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related Engineering field, OR equivalent combination of education and experience. Training and experience in Computer Aided Design (AutoCAD/MicroStation) and familiarity with Geographical Information Systems (ESRI) is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• General office practices.
• Engineering methods and techniques and strong mathematic, scientific and computer skills applicable to design, computation and analysis of plans, specifications and surveying.

License and certification requirements: A valid Texas State Driver's License with a good driving record required. Engineer in Training in the State of Texas or be able to obtain one within 12 months of hire.

Physical demands and working environment: Work is performed in a standard office environment. Must be able to bend or stoop to retrieve files. Must be able to lift books, files or other materials weighing 10-15lbs.