Water/Wastewater New Development Engineer III

Gainesville Area Chamber of Co; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking local government team as a Community Builder, where you will play a vital role in enhancing the Gainesville community. This position offers the chance to engage in meaningful engineering work, from reviewing development plans to overseeing the construction of essential water and wastewater infrastructure. With a focus on collaboration and problem-solving, you will work closely with city planners, engineers, and developers to ensure the successful implementation of projects that benefit all residents. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, advancement opportunities, and the satisfaction of making a real difference in your community.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Advancement opportunities

Pension plan

Reimbursement for education and training

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 3-4 years of experience required.
• Valid Florida Class E Driver’s License needed.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate plans for new water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Attend meetings with city planners and provide design recommendations.
• Design and coordinate construction of service connections.

Skills

Engineering Principles

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Make a difference in the community you live in! As a Community Builder—an employee with the City of Gainesville—you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job, it’s a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.

Salary Range Minimum: $68,979.59

Salary Range Maximum: $105,083.94

Department: 2210 GRU - Water Engineering

Closing Date: Until Filled

Job Details:

Gainesville Regional Utilities' (GRU) Water/Wastewater Department is currently seeking to fill a Utility Engineer III position in the New Development Infrastructure group. This position will perform professional and technical engineering work reviewing and evaluating plans for the design of new Water/Wastewater infrastructure; reviewing, and updating the Water/Wastewater Material, Design, and Construction Standards; and construction oversight of new Water/Wastewater infrastructure. Work is performed in both an office and onsite with a unique opportunity to review both the design and installation of new water/wastewater infrastructure.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive compensation and benefit package
• Making a difference in the community
• Advancement opportunities
• Pension plan that works for you, when you stop working
• Reimbursement for continuous education and technical training

What you'll be doing:

• Reviewing development plans and provide design engineering recommendations based on regulatory/jurisdictional standards, constructability, and ability for GRU to maintain water and wastewater infrastructure for the benefit of all GRU customers
• Attend collaborative meetings with City planners, building officials, developers, engineers, and other GRU and City departments and provide input on GRU water/wastewater design, service connections for the water distribution and wastewater collection systems
• Design, permit, and coordinate construction of GRU constructed extension and service connections for the water distribution and wastewater collection systems
• Review and update existing Water/Wastewater Design, Construction, and Material Standards. Research material specifications, applications, and performance for inclusion into Material Standards.
• Revise existing construction details and design new details using AutoCAD
• Prepare ROW permits and FDEP permits
• Update material information in SAP ERP system
• Perform civil design and lift station analysis and calculations according to project requirements
• Work actively with engineers, the public, and other City/GRU staff to problem solve and arrive at creative solutions that are technically sound, and respond to specific issues of the site and proposed project. Investigate problems, recommend corrective action, as necessary, to resolve problems
• Interact with other technical and non-technical internal staff and external customers
• Compilation and analysis of complex data
• Work may require performance of tasks outdoors under varying climatic conditions

Job Description:

SUMMARY

Independent professional caliber and technical engineering work requiring application of standard engineering principles and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Below are the required education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor of Science in engineering from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited educational institution or similarly accredited non-US institution, and four (4) years of experience in the area of assigned engineering responsibility,

OR

Master’s degree in engineering from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited educational institution or similarly accredited non-US institution, and three (3) years of experience in the area of assigned engineering responsibility.

Licenses:

Valid Florida Class E Driver’s License required.

Certifications:

Valid State of Florida “Engineering Intern” license may be required for Water/Waste Water, Public Works or special project areas. Professional Engineer license preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrate proficiency with MicroSoft Office Suite or equivalent and possess a proficient knowledge of software utilized in the engineering discipline as required by the individual department.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess certain physical abilities and be able to withstand work related environmental conditions.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.