Civil Engineer - Bridge Dept.

Shelby County; Columbiana (AL); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Shelby County in Alabama seeks a Civil Engineer to assist the County Engineer in designing, planning, overseeing, and inspecting roadway and bridge construction and repair projects.

The role may supervise Engineering Assistants, coordinate utility relocations, perform drainage studies, and help with annual project planning and budgeting while ensuring safety and compliance. Office and field work will involve exposure to weather and heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• Requires a BS in Civil Engineering from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Certification as Engineering Intern by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors in Alabama.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsabilités

• Designs, plans, oversees and inspects roadway construction, maintenance and repair projects.
• Assists the County Engineer in a technical and administrative capacity as needed.
• Coordinates, oversees and inspects utility relocations in conjunction with highway construction projects.
• Performs drainage research and calculations.
• Performs research regarding drainage and flood information, traffic studies and other related information.
• Assists with annual project planning and ensures projects are within budget.
• Aids in planning and supervising Shelby County's annual paving contract and determining road resurfacing needs.
• Performs field tasks such as locating, surveying, staking and construction layout.
• Assist with project cost estimating and quantity takeoffs.

Connaissances

Roadway construction

Budgeting

Project coordination

Formation

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Outils

Microstation

ALDOT certifications

Description du poste

Work involves assisting the County Engineer in technical and administrative duties, and designing, planning, overseeing and inspecting various roadway and bridge construction and repair projects. The position may also perform direct supervisory responsibilities for the reviewing and assigning of work of the Engineering Assistants.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Designs, plans, oversees and inspects roadway construction, maintenance and repair projects.
• Assists the County Engineer in a technical and administrative capacity as needed.
• Coordinates, oversees and inspects utility relocations in conjunction with highway construction projects.
• Performs drainage research and calculations.
• Performs research regarding drainage and flood information, traffic studies and other related information.
• Assists with annual project planning and ensures projects are within budget.
• Aids in planning and supervising Shelby County's annual paving contract. Works with the other Engineers to determine which roads will be resurfaced and what type of surface each will receive.
• Performs various field tasks such as locating, surveying, staking and construction layout.
• Assist with project cost estimating and quantity takeoffs.
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by supervision.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Certification as Engineering Intern by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors in the State of Alabama..
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Requirements

• Construction and maintenance experience, specifically roadway resurfacing and paving.
• Working knowledge of Microstation Software.
• Various ALDOT certifications such as ACI Field Inspection, Nuclear Gauge Safety, etc.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office environment and outdoors. This position is subject to extreme weather conditions and noise from heavy equipment. Exposure to dust, fumes, chemicals, radiation, contagious disease, hazardous/toxic waste, etc.

Physical Requirements

Work is generally light in nature and consists of a nominal amount of lifting, climbing, bending, and walking. Field/site work assignments involve prolonged walking, standing, climbing, bending, driving, and lifting objects weighing 20 - 50 pounds.

Examinations

No written or performance examination will be required for this position. Applicants are screened and certified based on an evaluation of their education, training, experience and other requirements as outlined in this Position Announcement and denoted on their Job Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire.

Pre-Employment/Post Offer Drug Screening

Shelby County is committed to providing and maintaining a drug-free work environment. After receiving a conditional offer of employment, applicants are required to pass a drug test conducted at a test site designated by Shelby County.

Shelby County, Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.