Engineer VI - Building Inspection Planning Services Unit

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 114,780 - 146,508; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education is hiring an Engineer VI to oversee major engineering activities in Honolulu. You will be responsible for supervising personnel and developing engineering procedures.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering and have 4 years of relevant experience, including leadership in engineering projects. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university engineering school.
• 4 years of engineering experience, including 1 year at a higher level.
• Professional Engineering License required for Engineer IV and higher.

Responsibilities

• Supervises professional and nonprofessional personnel.
• Develops procedures and standards for engineering activities.
• Leads teams on complex engineering projects.

Skills

Engineering experience

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering (substitution)

Job description

Salary Range

Engineer VI, EN-28: $10,285.00 - $13,128.00 per month. This is the posted salary range; new hires typically begin at the initial step. Current Hawaii State Department of Education employees are placed per state regulations and collective bargaining agreements.

Examples of Duties

• Supervises the professional and nonprofessional personnel of a major engineering activity.
• Develops procedures and standards for carrying out specialty in the organization and represents the organization with authority on technical engineering matters.
• Directs or assists in directing a large engineering section or division, or district office as a technical specialist in planning, development, design, and/or research.
• Leads the efforts of a team engaged in difficult or critical project assignments with emphasis in the area of specialization.
• Serves as a staff specialist responsible for control and coordination of major and complex engineering projects or programs.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic Education/Experience Requirements – All applicants must meet one of the following:
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university engineering school. Degrees in physics, mathematics, or chemistry may be accepted if accompanied by at least 15 credits in engineering sciences.
  • Administrative, professional, or technical experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, covering physics, chemistry, mathematics, and engineering sciences.
  • A combination of college training and relevant experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Experience Requirements – Progressive, responsible experience as follows:
  • Engineer VI: 4 years of engineering experience, with at least one year comparable to the next lower level.
• Engineering Experience – Professional engineering work that applied physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences to solve theoretical or practical problems. Examples include design of machines and systems, original research, administration of engineering projects, interpretation of operational requirements, and evaluation of engineering projects.
• Substitutions Allowed –
  • Master’s degree may substitute one year of engineering experience.
  • Excess supervisory, staff advisory, or administrative experience may substitute for engineering experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Professional Engineering License Requirement – For Engineer IV and higher, a valid Hawaii State Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer is required.
• Driver's License Requirement – A current, valid driver's license is required.

Supplemental Information

The advertised salary includes full‑time employment and may incorporate shortage and school year differentials.

Equal Opportunity

The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, National Guard participation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits Summary

• Paid holidays (typically 13 paid holidays annually; 14 during election years).
• Vacation and sick leave (20–25 days per year depending on unit).
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with state contributions.
• Life insurance and short‑term disability insurance.
• Retirement plans and tax‑deferred savings options.
• Workplace injury coverage through workers’ compensation.
• Union and collective bargaining participation options.