Engineering Tech Aa

Salary Range:$45,796.40 - $68,694.60

Works in an area of Engineering, such as Civil Design, Mapping, Traffic, Sewer Design, Drainage Design, or Survey, under the direction of an assigned supervisor to provide advanced semiprofessional support to engineers engaged in the planning, design, management, or supervision of the construction of such facilities as streets, flood control systems, and sanitary systems. Creates moderately complex designs of engineering projects and produces maps, plats, plans or other routine design drawings for various projects, such as land acquisition, through the use of advanced computer-aided design and drafting equipment and geographical information system. Reviews project plans and plats for conformance to City policies and guidelines as directed. Analyzes surveyor's field data applying knowledge of engineering principles to check accuracy and reasonableness. Performs standard engineering calculations to determine dimensions, quantities of materials, and other design-related information. Creates and maintains files and records of engineering data including maintaining legally required documentation. Conducts advanced research, such as cost studies, project studies, and property location/boundaries. Prepares various reports, such as traffic accident studies, as requested. May perform field reviews of project sites to obtain necessary information.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Requires manual dexterity to use drafting instruments. Requires the ability to operate general office equipment such as a personal computer and telephone. Requires some lifting and carrying objects such as office supplies weighing up to 15 lbs. May require occasional field trips involving traversing uneven surfaces.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Majority of work is performed in an office environment, which involves contact with staff and the public. Occasional field trips and exposure to outdoors environment may be required.

Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering and four (4) years experience in civil engineering design; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions.