Aeronautical engineer Jobs in Palm Bay, FL

Description

The incumbent performs skilled professional engineering work managing, coordinating, planning, designing, reviewing, inspecting and implementing assigned projects.

Examples of Duties

• Designs, writes specifications, prepares plans, and calculates costs for various engineering projects.
• Reviews, or coordinates the review of, development plans, specifications and related applications for compliance with applicable engineering codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Conducts or coordinates special engineering studies as assigned.
• Reviews engineering calculations; analyzes materials and data submitted to the City.
• Prepares engineering reports and recommendations for presentation to superiors.
• Coordinates implementation of assigned construction projects; performing project management, monitoring progress, analyzing problems, recognizing solutions, and reviewing recommendations by consultants.
• Provides professional engineering direction and guidance to other staff, developers and consultants.
• Oversees the maintaining and updating of Utilities Technical Specifications and Standards, the department's utility maps, as well as the computer model of the department's water distribution system
• Inspects, or directs the inspection of, construction projects in progress to determine compliance with plans and specifications.
• Oversees and coordinates the work of consulting engineers and contractors.
• Supervises subordinate staff.
• Assists with regulatory work for Water Production and Water Reclamation; assists with Lead and Copper, Mechanical Integrity Testing, and Wellfield and flushing consumptive use permit.
• Performs plan reviews and prepares utility work schedules for outside agency projects which impact the City’s existing utilities. Coordinates associated utility relocation work in conjunction with Utilities Operation staff’s efforts.
• Attend meetings, work with their consultants, and contractors.
• Performs other assigned duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field. (Proof of education must be uploaded with application).
• Five (5) years of experience in water and wastewater utility related engineering.

Licenses, Certifications or Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.
• Must possess registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida or the ability to obtain registration within six (6) months of hire.
• Must possess FEMA and NIMS training certifications required for the position, or ability to obtain certifications within one year.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering related to public works and utilities facilities (i.e. solid waste, stormwater, streets, wastewater, water and reclaimed water).
• Knowledge of the rules and regulations associated with public works and utilities related facilities.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials and techniques used in public works and utilities related engineering projects.
• Knowledge of modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding public works and utilities engineering.
• Ability to review engineering computations.
• Ability to perform research in the area of assignment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze and review plans, specifications and other technical materials in the area of assignment and make conclusions or recommendations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, effectively lead others and perform project management functions.
• Ability to develop designs and plans for complex engineering projects.
• Ability to direct the work of personnel engaged in a variety of assignments.
• Ability to read, write and design technical reports, specifications and drawings in English.
• Ability to read and write for extended periods of time.
• Ability to stand, walk and work on unstable soil.
• Ability to smell odors and identify shapes and colors.
• Ability to hear.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
• Ability to work in extreme heat and humidity.
• Ability to respond to extended periods of time without sleep.
• Ability to work at heights and deep trenches.
• Ability to work accurately in a noisy and often stressful environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.