Civil Engineer - Water and Sewer (Perm/FT/Benefits)

An employee in this class, with general supervision from a higher-level engineer, applies engineering principles to the planning, design, and construction of major projects, prepares specifications and contracts for proposed projects, and may serve as a supervisor in engineering projects.

Job Description:

Salary Range: $47,980.00-$156,678.00/Annually

BUDGETED SALARY: $65,000.00 - $100,000.00/Annually

Essential Duties:

• Engages in the planning, design, and construction of water and sewer mains, plants, and pump stations.
• Trains new personnel in planning, design, and management of water and sewer systems.
• Reviews reports, designs, and construction plans prepared by consulting engineers to comply with County specifications and project objectives.
• Prepares preliminary and final cost estimates for water and sewer projects.
• Prepares specifications for different water and sewer system projects.
• Prepares reports, designs, and construction plans for different water and sewer system projects.
• Performs and/or reviews cost-benefit analysis for different water and sewer system project alternatives.
• Prepares different water and sewer system studies and reports, including but not limited to, water audit reports, Adequate Public Facility reports, water and sewer systems capacity reports, and sewer systems Infiltration & Inflow studies.
• Prepares, maintains, and analyzes different databases and spreadsheets of water and sewer systems to be used in different studies, reports, and hydraulic modeling.
• Prepares, maintains, and calibrates GIS-based water and sewer hydraulic models.
• Interprets State and County ordinances, rules, regulations, and policies at a field level.
• Acts as project manager on relatively complex planning, design, and construction projects.
• Coordinates with the maintenance to conduct sewer pumping stations drawdown tests, fire hydrant tests, sewer cleaning, CCTV inspections, and sewer manhole inspections.

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field, such as Bachelor of Engineering Technology, or Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, supplemented by civil engineering courses.

Experience:

None

Registration as an Engineer-In-Training is preferred

Certifications, Licensures, and Examinations

Possession of a valid Class "C" non-commercial driver's license with no more than three (3) points. Be advised that this position requires a valid driver's license. Your application will not be considered if you fail to include the full driver's license number on the electronic application.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of engineering theory, principles, and practices as applied to the water and sewer systems planning, design, and construction, preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of engineering projects
• Knowledge of GIS-based hydraulic modeling of water and sewer systems, design and construction management of water and sewer mains, pumping stations, reservoirs, water and sewer treatment processes, water quality management, and pollution controls
• Knowledge of wastewater and water treatment, hydrology, hydraulics, water chemistry, and biology
• Strong knowledge of the design and operation of sewer pump stations and water booster stations
• Skill in interpreting and analyzing engineering designs, plans, and specifications, and resolving problems
• Ability to review plans, specifications, and calculations prepared by consulting architects and engineers for completeness, accuracy, and engineering feasibility
• Ability to perform engineering design work involving the analysis, selection, modification, and adaptation of standard engineering practices, methods, and techniques
• Ability to prepare technical forms, reports, change notices, and other correspondence
• Ability to collect and analyze data and compile reference material
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, developers, consulting architects, engineers, contractors, electricians, instrumentation technicians, and the public
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, or sit, depending upon work assignment
• Ability to drive a County vehicle in carrying out some assignments.

SAFETY:

Must comply with all Federal (OSHA), State of Maryland (MOSH), safety regulations and applicable Harford County safety policies, procedures, or manuals as required for this position.    

COMPENSATION:
Other compensation may include, but is not limited to:

• Overtime

• Compensatory time

• Shift Differentials

BENEFITS:

Harford County offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts 

• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation 

• Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children

• Generous Leave Package & Paid Holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement