Engineer II - (Structural) Civil Engineering (Hybrid Schedule)

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Primary Purpose:

Position may be filled in Structural Engineering discipline. 

Develops and implements utility system capital improvement projects, such as design and construction of substations, overhead or underground electric transmission or distribution systems, or gas transmission and distribution systems. Duties may include renovation of, and maintenance planning for existing facilities. Work includes participation with multidisciplinary project teams in planning, preliminary concept development, and detailed engineering design and bidding stages. Conducts preliminary surveys and prepares schematics and work drawings for the construction and maintenance of utility structures and facilities. Examines and approves engineering drawings and design calculations for utility structures and facilities to ensure compliance with sound engineering practices and applicable codes and standards; incorporates functional requirements into project designs. Writes scopes of work for consultant engineering contracts. Estimates cost of projects; writes contract scopes and specifications for lump sum or T&E construction projects; secures bids from contractors. Conducts periodic inspections of work in progress and advises construction supervisors and contractors on plans and specifications. Inspects existing utility structures and prepares reports on the condition, deficiencies observed, designs necessary for repairs and estimated cost of repairs. Reviews invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with contracts; approves invoices for payment.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops engineering plans, specifications, standards, scopes-of-work, and reports for the development of facility sites, utility structures, and structural components.
• Carries out complex or innovative assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures.
• Maintains organizational budgets for capital investment and expense activities.
• Stays current with emerging trends and technologies in structural engineering.
• Conducts infrastructure audits to assess the condition and identify areas for improvement.
• Manages work orders and service requests, ensuring timely and efficient completion.
• Monitors and ensures the quality of engineering and construction work and services provided.
• Executes and completes projects on time and within budget.
• Establishes solutions or repair methods for moderate to complex asset issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).