Canton Engineer II WRF

City of Canton; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacations

Retirement plan

Sick time

Personal holidays

Job summary

City of Canton is seeking an Engineer II to support the Superintendent in planning, designing, and overseeing public works projects. The role requires civil engineering or related field expertise, hands-on supervision, and strong coordination with staff and outside partners.

You will lead technical work, supervise staff as needed, and ensure compliance with standards and regulations while managing time, cost, and quality across multiple projects in Canton.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of civil engineering, surveying, GIS, and project management.
• Ability to plan projects, estimate scope, design, and specifications.
• Experience with drafting, mapping, engineering design, and budgeting tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent in developing and managing projects for plant performance.
• Rank professional services firms as part of the selection process.
• Prepare preliminary reports and detailed construction plans and specifications.
• Track adherence to scope, cost, and schedule; manage departmental projects.

Skills

Civil engineering

Surveying

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil, chemical or environmental engineering

Professional Engineer license (PE)

Tools

CADD software

GPS surveying equipment

Job description

Salary Range: $60,311 - $88,562 (+$10-$20/hour in benefits)

Employment with the City of Canton comes with an array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, paid vacations, paid holidays, a retirement plan, sick time, and personal holidays.

This is an open examination. To be eligible for the position under this examination, all applicants must be U.S. citizens or have a valid permanent resident card. Applicants must be a High School graduate or possess a G.E.D, and must be at least 18 years of age.

General Statement of Duties

This is a responsible, professional, technical, and managerial position. An employee in the classification performs advanced work which may involve the application of civil engineering, surveying, Geographic Information System (G.I.S.), or project management experience to the design, oversight, and construction of public works projects. Work is performed under the general direction of the administrative staff and is reviewed upon completion for conformity with all pertinent standards, rules and regulations. The assignments are usually broad in scope with opportunity for use of professional judgment. This individual is responsible for the direction of work and manner of accomplishment of the work by assigned personnel, as well as for meeting scope, time deadlines, and cost projections. The exercise of technical judgment on important project details and the selection of sound engineering protocol will be followed at all times and will be a routine requirement of the job. This individual will directly supervise subordinate personnel as needed to complete the work. This person reports directly to the Superintendent or their designee.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

Performs relevant hands-on, technical, supervisorial, and managerial functions of the department as needed. Requires thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering, surveying, G.I.S., and project management. Must possess the ability to work independently and in group setting with minimal supervision. Physical condition required for walking, bending, stooping, and data entry both in the office and in the field under diverse weather conditions.

Description of Work

• The Engineer II is responsible for assisting the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent in developing, implementing, supervising, and managing various projects needed in order to improve and maintain plant performance.
• Ranks professional services firms as part of the selection process.
• Responsible for assisting the WRF Superintendent in planning, design and construction of departmental projects including preparation of preliminary engineering reports, detailed construction plans, specifications, construction management, etc.
• Tracks adherence to project scope, cost, and schedule.
• Responsible for all aspects of creating, directing and managing various departmental projects.
• Creates CADD drawings.
• Coordinates projects with staff and other interested parties. Represents the department at meetings and provides relevant technical expertise.
• Operates survey equipment including GPS devices.
• Prepares loan and grant applications.
• Assists in establishing departmental goals, objectives, long-range planning, project prioritization, capital improvement planning, etc.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and technical reports.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering, surveying, Geographical Information Systems, and project management or any combination of the above as needed by the department. Ability to plan departmental projects and prepare related scope, design, estimates, and specifications. Knowledge of construction materials and of approved standards of safety as related to designs and specifications. Skill and ability required in the use of engineering, surveying, or G.I.S instruments and equipment including the use of computers and handheld electronic devices. Must be able to utilize and demonstrate fundamental competency with relevant computer software such as that used for drafting, mapping, engineering design, project management, hydraulic modeling, asset management, work orders, cost analysis, and budgeting. Ability to prepare technical and administrative reports. Ability to analyze situations and develop workable solutions. This position requires the application of good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various government officials, contractors, consultants, employees, and the general public. Ability to successfully supervise employees.

Acceptable Experience and Training

Graduation from an accredited college or university in good standing with a Bachelor's degree in civil, chemical or environmental engineering, project management, or related field experience and at least 3 years of significant, relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training which provide the required knowledge, skill, and ability to successfully perform the job at a high level. Possession of a license to practice as a Registered Professional Engineer, a Registered Professional Surveyor, or a graduate degree in a related field is a plus.

Important Notice to Veterans

As provided in ORC 124.23C, any person who has completed service in the uniformed services, who have been honorably discharged from the uniformed services or transferred to the reserve with evidence of satisfactory service, and who is an Ohio resident and any member of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States, including the Ohio National Guard, who has completed more than 180 days of active duty service pursuant to an executive order of the President of the United States or an act of Congress of the United States may file with the director a certificate of service or honorable discharge (DD-214 – Long version), and upon this filing, the person shall receive an additional credit of twenty percent (20%) of the person’s total grade given in the examination in which the person receives a passing grade.A member in good standing of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States, including the Ohio National Guard, who successfully completes the member’s initial entry-level training shall receive a credit of fifteen percent (15%) of the person’s total grade given in the examination in which the person receives a passing grade.

Notice of Drug Testing Requirement

Pursuant to Civil Service Rules, applicants are hereby advised that the position of employment being examined for is subject to a drug test. Accordingly, eligibility is not considered final until drug testing has been successfully completed with a negative result.

Notice of Background Investigation

Be advised that candidates will be subjected to a confidential background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal record check and driving record check.

ADA Compliance

Reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available upon request to those qualified applicants in need of it, in order to achieve the essential job functions as described above.

Equal Employment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, type of disability, or any other non-merit factor.

BY ORDER OF THE CANTON CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

Anna M. Moeglin, Interim Director