Civil Engineer 1 - Utilities
Civil Engineer 1 - Utilities
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Position Summary
Why Its a Great Opportunity:In this role you will be a part of the team focused on sewer system improvement and preservation projects from conception design on to construction management. You will be doing a variety of work from working with other engineers to help problem solve with our maintenance and operations teams to creating computer-aided design engineering calculations alternatives analysis and report writing. You will have ample opportunities to hone your AutoCAD/Civil 3D skills as you work on real world projects that help make a difference in our community.
Some of the projects you may be part of include:- Expansion of the Cascadia Wastewater Treatment Plant within the Tehaleh Employment Based Planned Community.
- Foul Odor Control Replacement Projects
- Headworks Grit Removal System Improvements
Why Its a Great Department: PPW is a diverse and fast-moving department filled with motivated professionals working to ensure Pierce County is positioned to handle growth while building operating and maintaining reliable infrastructure to support livable communities. PPW is responsible for a broad and complex portfolio of services that provides unique opportunities to collaborate innovate and inspire. We are responsible for the County road and levee systems sewer systems airports ferries building permits environmental review sustainability community planning and code enforcement - just to name a few!
Learn more about Planning and Public Works here.How to be Successful in the Role: Your success will come from technical contributions to the team overall while being open to learning. Excellent communication positivity customer service and collaboration will also ensure your success.
Your Future in this Role:Your efforts will be of great value during the preparation of plans technical specifications and estimates. This position has multiple career growth and promotional opportunities in Pierce County to build on a great career.
Core Daily Responsibilities:
- Performs layout drafting and design work on a variety of routine civil engineering projects utilizing computer programs. Depending on program to which assigned may design or review roads bridges structures traffic control devices; flood control structures; aviation and maintenance facilities; stormwater collection and disposal systems; wastewater collection treatment and disposal systems; water treatment and distribution systems; and/or other infrastructure.
- Designs and/or prepares contract plans for capital improvement projects.
- Prepares and reviews comprehensive engineering plans reports studies and related documents.
- Prepares scopes cost estimates specifications special provisions and related documents for capital improvement projects.
- Prepares or contributes to engineering technical reports or studies such as traffic hydrology hydraulic or geotechnical reviews calculations or routine work of others.
A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- A resume and cover letter are required for this position.
- Four years of progressively responsible broad-based civil engineering experience is required.
- Registration as an Engineer-in-Training or a bachelors degree from an ABET accredited program in civil engineering or closely related field may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
As a condition of employment the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
Supplemental Information
To be considered for this opportunity please:
- Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting APPLY above or go to: you have a question about this opportunity please email the Recruitment Team at and specify the Job Number and Title.
- If you do not have internet access you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
- Individuals needing accommodation in the application testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at at least two days prior to the need.
This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the Countys needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments phone screen and interviews.
At Pierce County diversity equity and inclusion means commitment not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit develop and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds cultures lifestyles and perspectives committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local direct and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home
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Employment Type
Full-Time
