Engineering Tech - Development

City of Lewiston; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 57,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lewiston is seeking an Engineering Technician of Development to review projects, guide applicants through requirements, and help ensure safe, compliant development. The role focuses on CAD drafting and technical support for capital improvement projects in Lewiston.

Under the Engineering Project Supervisor, you will perform CAD drafting using AutoCAD Civil 3D, assist with bid documents, field surveys, mapping, and public outreach materials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher in civil engineering technology or related field.
• Progressive experience with AutoCAD design, surveying or drafting software is a plus.
• Engineer In Training (EIT) certification is optional.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering plans and drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D for streets, water, wastewater, and other public infrastructure projects.
• Prepare construction details, exhibits, maps, plan revisions, and record drawings.
• Develop and maintain CAD standards, templates, and drafting procedures for consistency across projects.
• Provide technical writing for capital projects, grant proposals, memoranda, and planning documents.

Skills

CAD drafting

Drafting & mapping

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Degree in civil engineering technology or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GPS

Survey equipment

Job description

Join our team and play a key role in shaping the development of our community. As an Engineering Technician of Development, you’ll review projects, guide applicants through requirements, and help ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality development. If you enjoy problem-solving, collaboration, and making a tangible impact, we encourage you to apply.

The starting salary for this position is $56,986.76 annually. The full salary range is $56,986.76- $82,855.53 annually. This position is open until filled.

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Engineering Project Supervisor, performs technical engineering support work with primary responsibility for computer-aided drafting (CAD) and design of municipal capital improvement projects. Assists engineering staff with the preparation of construction plans, bid documents, field surveys, mapping, public outreach materials, and other technical office and field activities supporting the planning, design, bidding, and construction of public works projects.

Essential Functions

• Prepare engineering plans and drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D for streets, water, wastewater, stormwater, and other public infrastructure projects.
• Prepare construction details, exhibits, maps, plan revisions, and record drawings.
• Develop and maintain CAD standards, standard details, drawing templates, and engineering drafting procedures to promote consistency across capital improvement projects.
• Provide technical writing for capital projects, including grant proposals and applications, technical memoranda, press releases, planning documents, and assisting capital engineers in developing bid documents.
• Perform field topographic surveys, construction staking, and data collection using GPS, total stations, and other survey equipment.
• Process survey data and develop existing conditions, topographic, and base mapping for engineering design.
• Prepare maps, exhibits, graphics, and draft language for public notices, public meetings, presentations, and project outreach materials.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of project, activity, and status records and reports related to assigned projects and activities.
• Develop and propose revisions or updates to City engineering standards and specifications.
• Perform calculations for capital projects and studies.
• Assist in maintaining a current GIS and asset management database of City owned infrastructure, and related GIS maps.
• Provide technical assistance to the public, construction personnel, and consulting engineers.
• Interact in a professional manner with personnel, customers, and other agencies.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record. Engineer In Training (EIT) Certification is optional.

Education and/Or Experience

• High school diploma and a minimum of two years of progressive experience in civil engineering technology or a college degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related field. Progressive experience using recent AutoCAD design, surveying and drafting software such as Civil 3D or Completion of AutoDesk/AutoCAD training courses and college-level coursework is a plus.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Operation of computer-aided drafting, engineering and drafting software.
• Knowledge and experience regarding contemporary methods, equipment, drafting techniques, software applications and materials used in civil engineering.
• Drafting, mapping, surveying, and construction inspection techniques, instruments and equipment.
• Knowledge of construction, maintenance, and repair procedures, practices, techniques, equipment, and materials used for street maintenance.
• Knowledge of technical writing including grant proposals and applications, technical memoranda, press releases, planning documents, and project specifications.
• Good oral and written communication skills, including correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Knowledge and experience of principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Basic mathematics including geometry, trigonometry, and engineering design principles.
• Principles of street, sewer, water and storm drainage design.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, record keeping, procedures and equipment.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills including tact, patience and courtesy to others.
• Interpret various references of engineering design criteria and City regulations.
• Perform a variety of duties involving technical office and field engineering work, including the review and design of land use, streets, sewers, water system, storm drainage, building and other capital improvements.
• Ability to perform field surveys and field inspections related to engineering; taking accurate and detailed notes and measurements.
• Ability to sit for extended periods and intermittently be able to move, stand, kneel, stoop, bend and twist at the waist, walk, traverse uneven slopes and terrain, drive a passenger car, pickup truck, or van and work in all types of weather.
• Ability to speak and exchange information.
• Ability to see, including close vision.
• Ability to work independently with little direction, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply applicable laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Take accurate and detailed field notes and measurements.

Working Conditions

• Indoor and outdoor work environment, subject to adverse weather conditions; driving a vehicle to conduct work.
• Sufficient body mobility, flexibility, and balance to perform duties in and around construction sites.
• Work in or around active traffic and or construction equipment.
• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodations, which permits the employee to review and evaluate complex project designs and plans and operate a computer or related equipment.
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodations, which permits the employee to, discern verbal instructions, effectively communicate with others in person or on the telephone.
• Occasionally, lifting or moving components weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Sufficient, dexterity of hand and fingers to operate a computer or related equipment.