| Class Title: | Public Works Engineer II |
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| Class Code: | 16447 |
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$30.92 - $39.50 Hourly $2,473.60 - $3,160.00 Biweekly $5,359.47 - $6,846.67 Monthly $64,313.60 - $82,160.00 Annually |
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| Under supervision, performs responsible engineering work related to the design and/or planning of construction projects and the development of plans, specifications and cost estimates; may provide supervision to other engineers and technicians. Performs related duties as required. | ||
| Distinguishing Characteristics: | ||
| This is the fully qualified working level of the series. Positions are characterized by the responsibility to carry out an engineering assignment after receiving instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features, and possible solutions as they relate to flood control facilities, solid waste management, road, traffic, and land development projects. | ||
| Examples of Duties: | ||
| Depending on the area of assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Performs engineering and design work for roads, bridges, debris basins, storm drains, culverts, channels, retaining walls and interpretation of soils and foundation reports. Uses computer assisted design and drafting programs. 2. Prepares cost estimates for economical comparison for various project alternatives which require geometric analysis and planning. 3. Originates specifications and prepares engineers estimate for contract projects. 4. Prepares complex right of way documentation and technical information for condemnation cases. 5. Prepares traffic engineering studies, traffic design, traffic modeling and investigations on a comprehensive and area wide basis. 6. Analyzes and interprets traffic data and makes recommendations for corrective action. 7. Designs and writes specifications for traffic signals. 8. Conducts, reviews, and prepares reports of findings for use in planning and designing of public works projects and prepares technical reports and correspondence. 9. Analyzes development plans to determine impact on County projects and facilities; coordinates and recommends changes to developers and engineers. 10. Reviews and evaluates tract development, improvement of grading plans, bonding requirements and contract agreements. 11. Coordinates with other governmental agencies and jurisdictions to ensure conformity with County standards, Planning Commission requirements, State Map Act, Subdivision Ordinance and relevant State standards. 12. Serves as the principal inspector on minor construction projects and the assistant to the resident engineer on major construction projects. 13. Assists in the establishment of assessment areas for the construction of roads, drainage and flood control facilities. 14. Prepares and maintains necessary records, reports nd correspondence. 15. May supervise and review the work of subordinate engineers and technicians. 16. Provides vacation and temporary relief as required. bld/03-31-80 rev.: jh/03-12-97 |
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| Representation Unit: | ||
| Professional | ||
| Salary Range: | ||
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| Supplemental Information: | ||
| Incumbents must possess an Engineering in Training (E.I.T.) certificate issued by the National Council of Engineering Examiners. Some positions require that incumbents possess registration in the State of California as a civil engineer. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Frequent sitting, occasional walking, standing, bending, squatting. Requires fine manipulation in both hands. Continuously reaches or works below the shoulder level. Must frequently demonstrate near vision and occasionally demonstrate far vision. Occasionally required to lift and carry 10 pounds or less. WORKING CONDITIONS Required to drive a County vehicle. Occasionally works near equipment and machinery on rough, uneven, rocky, or slippery surfaces. Occasionally exposed to dust, gas, toxic materials, noise, and extremes in temperature or humidity. Continuously works inside and occasionally works outside. Occasionally uses specialized protective equipment or clothing. |
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| Minimum Requirements: | ||
| Education: Completion of forty-five (45) semester or sixty-eight (68) quarter units of completed college coursework from an accredited university in civil engineering, engineering construction technology, or a closely related field, of which thirty-five (35) semester or fifty-three (53) quarter units must be upper division (third or fourth year) courses. Experience: One year of civil engineering experience or four years of technical civil engineering experience, which included the application of civil engineering formulas, theories, and practices to the construction, design, and inspection of public works projects. Certificate: Possession of a Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate issued by the Board for Professional Engineers & Land Surveyors or an equivalent certificate issued by an equivalent board in another state. Substitution: A Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE) from a university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) may substitute for the required experience. Possession of a professional civil engineer's license issued in another state may substitute for the required education 5/19/08 |
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