Senior Engineer 2024-009
Chicopee, MA, United States
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Employment Status UFCW Administration Union, Non-Exempt; Full-Time
Salary: Grade A12, Step 1, $29.60 per hour
Certifications/Licenses: Valid Driver’s License (Required)
SUMMARY
The City of Chicopee’s Department of Public Works – Engineering Division is hiring a Senior Engineer that performs a professional engineering and administrative position. This position requires strong Engineering skills and personnel management in the office as well as in the field. The Senior Engineer Aide is responsible for managing citywide infrastructure construction programs consisting of coordinating efforts with contractors, developers, City / State / Federal Departments, and private utilities; determines if construction workmanship is within specification's tolerance by inspecting contract plans and specifications on construction projects such as highways, buildings, sewers, and drains; designs in-house projects for highways, site-work, utilities, and various other infrastructure improvements complete with plans, specifications, and cost estimate, all in accordance with sound engineering principles and practice within City and State standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE
Plan, organize, and direct staff on "field operations" necessary for "in-house" construction projects.
Determines feasibility of proposed designs through site inspection, discussions, and review of available data.
Develops and implements traffic control plans in support of highway construction and maintenance projects.
Organizes data for payment and generates financial reports for the Department of Public Works, other City departments, and elected officials regarding completed construction projects.
Reads and interprets plans, maps, and charts, and draws sketches for preliminary construction plans.
Computes and plots the major phases of a field survey including the balancing of closed traverses and level circuits, reconciling them with the baselines, layouts, and level datum, and checks the calculations and drafting of others.
Operates and maintains computerized survey equipment, sets grade stakes, records, and compiles engineering data.
Instructs and demonstrates the correct performance of tasks and responsibilities, and performs related work as required.
Review, for the City Engineers approval, "Preliminary Sub-Division Plans", "Definitive Sub-Division Plans" and Building Permits submitted to the City of Chicopee.
Abides by City of Chicopee Health and Safety policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned per the full job description.
To be minimally qualified for this position, one must meet the following criteria:
Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License (required)
Strong Writing Skills (required)
Bachelor/s Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline (required) with three years’ experience and progressive responsibility in public works operation, construction, engineering, or a closely related field. Minimum of Associates Degree in Science and a minimum of five years’ experience in engineering and design of roads and stormwater systems may be considered.
Knowledge of basic mathematics, elementary algebra, and plane geometry.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of intermediate to advanced engineering field surveying.
Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment used in engineering field surveying.
Advanced knowledge of terminology, symbols, codes, and standard abbreviations used in civil engineering work.
Ability to code and arrange data according to a given order or procedure.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical literature, laws, rules, regulations, descriptions, blueprints, plot plans, topographic maps, etc., related to Civil Engineering.
Ability to use appropriate formulae used in determining exact locations and measurements (lines, grades, areas, etc.).
Ability to interpret and apply written instructions.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and requirements.
Demonstrated working knowledge of pertinent Federal and State regulations.
Knowledge of public bidding rules; preparing of bid packages to include product specifications and bid review.
Demonstrated working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, HydroCAD, GIS, PermitEyes, Word, and Excel software.
Knowledge of metal detectors, measuring tape, survey equipment, and various drafting equipment and techniques.
COMPENSATION, SCHEDULE, & BENEFITS
The City of Chicopee provides its employees ( contingent upon employment status ) with a robust benefits package which include Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick-Time, Life Insurance, Holiday Pay, Personal Time, Vacation Time, Retirement Saving Plans, a Pension Plan, Employee Discounts, and more.
This is a Full-Time, 40 hours per week position, with a schedule of 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM , Monday – Friday .
This role is classified as Grade A12, Step 01 , with a minimum starting payof $29.60 per hour with periodic step and pay increases upon continuous completion of employment with the City of Chicopee.
HOW TO APPLY
If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience, and employment goals, apply today by one of the following:
Go to chicopeema.gov/jobs and apply online by selecting the job and ‘ Apply Now ’
OR Select ‘ download application ’ on the City’s employment page and deliver it along with your resume to the Department of Human Resources , located at Chicopee City Hall, 274 Front Street, 1st Fl. Chicopee, MA. 01013.
The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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