CIVIL ENGINEER

City of Maryville; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Maryville in Maryville, TN is seeking an experienced civil engineer to perform intermediate to advanced technical work reviewing site plans, preparing designs and cost estimates for public works and utilities, and inspecting construction projects to ensure compliance with local codes. The role involves managing stormwater accounts, maintaining GIS maps, and collaborating with consultants.

A Bachelor's in civil engineering and relevant municipal experience are required, with PE licensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Moderate experience in civil engineering in municipal or construction setting.
• Possession of Engineering Intern certification upon hire.
• Obtain Professional Engineering license when eligible.

Responsibilities

• Reviews private project site plans for compliance with Maryville codes, regulations and standards.
• Prepares engineering designs and cost estimates for public works and public utilities projects.
• Inspects field construction projects and prepares status reports.
• Manages stormwater utility accounts and GIS mapping.
• Collaborates with consultants hired by City of Maryville for engineering services.
• Provides technical information for floodplain management and stormwater quality requirements.

Skills

Civil Engineering

GIS

Stormwater Modeling

Analytical Thinking

Written & Oral Communication

Project Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

GIS software

Hydraulic/Hydrology

Engineering software

Job description

Position Type: Full-time; Exempt
Anticipated Hiring Range based on qualifications: $65,097 - $75,493
What we offer: Excellent benefit package includes health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, retirement pension with Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System, Section 457 plan, Roth IRA, and 24- hour access to onsite fully equipped fitness center. Full Time employees accrue paid vacation and sick leave upon hire.
Closing Date : Open until filled.

About This Opportunity:

Performs intermediate advanced technical work reviewing site plans, preparing engineering designs and cost estimates for public works and public utilities projects, inspecting construction projects, managing stormwater utility accounts, preparing and maintaining engineering plans, records and files, preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Engineering Manager.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manages stormwater utility accounts.
• Creates GIS maps.
• Reviews private project site plans for compliance with Maryville codes, regulations and standards.
• Performs and analyzes stormwater modeling.
• Receives and responds to citizen drainage complaints.
• Provides technical information for compliance with stormwater quality requirements.
• Provides technical information for floodplain management.
• Inspects field construction projects and prepares reports on status of completion and work remaining.
• Designs stormwater projects for Public Works crews to implement.
• Inspects stormwater infrastructure.
• Maintains GIS stormwater infrastructure mapping.
• Collaborates with consultants hired by COM for engineering services providing technical information and reviews.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as related to the preparation of plans and specifications in the area assigned.
• Thorough knowledge in the use of the equipment required for the position.
• Comprehensive knowledge of modern methods and techniques as applied to the design, construction and maintenance of public works and utility facilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of land and engineering survey systems, methods and techniques.
• Comprehensive knowledge in preparing reports and other types of correspondence.
• Comprehensive knowledge in the use of standard office equipment and associated software (e.g., utility billing, Hydraulic/Hydrology, GIS and Engineering software).
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Ability to make arithmetic computations.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages. Ability to understand and apply typical engineering formulas and calculations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, employees, contractors, State and Federal officials and the general public.
• Thorough knowledge of City and Department policies and procedures.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree with coursework in civil engineering, or related field and
• moderate experience in civil engineering in a municipal or construction setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements:

• Possession of Engineering Intern certification upon hire.
• Obtain Professional Engineering license when eligible.
• Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of Tennessee.

Physical Requirements:

• Work requires the regular exertion of up to 25 pounds of force.
• Requires frequent speaking, hearing, and use of hands and finger dexterity and ability to handle or feel objects.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and repetitive motion; occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and reaching with hands and arms.
• Occasional pushing, pulling, and lifting activities.
• Requires close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas effectively through spoken word.
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Work involves preparing and analyzing written and computer-based data.
• Requires visual inspection of small defects and/or small parts.
• Involves the use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, and observation of general surroundings and activities.
• Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires working in wet, humid conditions (non-weather).
• Working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather) and exposure to the risk of electrical shock.
• Work is typically performed in a moderately noisy environment (e.g., business office with computers, printers, and light traffic)