JUNIOR CIVIL ENGINEER
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
Union: Teamsters (Municipal) / Pay Grade: SPA3
Annual Salary Range: $71,102.12 – $78,483.43 (FY24)
Posting due to a vacancy.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Junior Engineer works under the direction of the City Engineer and/or their designee to provide engineering and technical support to the Engineering Department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- Assist in all aspects of the roadway and utility infrastructure programs including planning, design, contract and specifications development, procurement, project execution, and construction inspection. Perform in-house designs using AutoCAD. Develop, execute and file project as-built plans, specifications and details to department standards;
- Procure contracts including the preparation of bid documents and plans, advertising, administration and opening of capitals contracts;
- Coordinate and oversee municipal and/or contract forces in implementing roadway, water, sewer, drainage and other infrastructure projects. Coordinate municipal forces and participate in reconnaissance of existing facilities; compile data required for reporting;
- Serve as the Department's liaison with various engineering consultants. In this capacity, the Junior Engineer shall coordinate, assist, monitor, and review the work of consultants engaged by the Engineering Department;
- Coordinate filings and permitting requirements associated with the MWRA, DEP, EPA, and other agencies;
- Coordinate the City's compliance with stormwater regulations;
- Assist in the development of design standards for municipal utilities and enhancement of the Department's protocols and procedures;
- Attend meetings of City's boards and commissions as required, and attend other evening meetings as directed by the City Engineer. Prepare and present appropriate technical data, reports and studies and provide other information as requested by various boards and committees;
- Provide timely review and make recommendations regarding proposals and requests for connections or expansions to the City's water, sewer and drain systems; conduct inspections and approvals of such connections and establish and maintain permanent records;
- Receive citizen reports of complaints of defects and/or hazards, conduct inspections of same, initiate written work orders and schedule repairs. Assist the public, provide information and permits and provide other services as needed. Issue permits and collect fees as authorized by the Director and City Engineer;
- Work with other City staff to enhance the City's Geographic Information System (GIS) utility database to extend its use to a broader range of engineering and operations functions;
- Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or situation dictates. Regular attendance at the workplace is required.
Supervision Required: Works under direction of the Director and City Engineer. Employee expected to follow standard procedures and practices to resolve problems with limited discretion.
Supervisory Responsibility: None, however employee may provide direction, training or assign tasks to the Clerk, interns and meter technicians.
Confidentiality: The employee has no access to confidential information.
Accountability: Work affects the accuracy, reliability, and acceptability of department services, and affects the work of other departments and employees. Consequences of errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment may include adverse customer relations, legal repercussions, delay or loss of service and missed deadlines.
Judgment: Employee is expected to use sound judgment in selecting the most appropriate procedure or method to apply in a particular situation.
Complexity: The work consists of a variety of duties which generally follow standardized practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines. The sequence of work and/or the procedures followed vary according to the nature of the transaction and/or the information involved, or sought, in a particular situation.
Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Frequent contact with co-workers, City boards and commissions and the public involving frequent explanation, discussion or interpretation of practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines in order to render service, plan or coordinate work efforts, or resolve operating problems. Other regular contacts are with representatives of other departments, contractors, vendors or state and federal agencies. Employees are expected to act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in working with others and resolving complaints.
Recommended Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field with less than a year of experience in municipal engineering design, project management and construction inspection, roadway and utility (water, sewer, drainage) design and construction, or public works construction. Other applicable work experience may be substituted for municipal experience as deemed appropriate by the city. Massachusetts Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred.
Special Requirements: Valid Driver’s License.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skill:
Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principals and the materials, methods, practices and equipment used in the design, construction, maintenance and repair of roadways and water, sewer, and drainage systems is a must. Intermediate experience in working with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel and Outlook along with a working knowledge of AutoCAD; and knowledge of GIS principals.
Abilities: Team-orientated problem solver with excellent communication skills with ability to solve difficult, technical problems individually and work cooperatively in a team approach. Ability to balance and prioritize situations.
Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills and meticulous attention to detail Must be able to accommodate standard construction schedules, effectively communicate with diplomacy, perform in a hectic environment, and multi-task while adapting to change.
Work Environment: Work environment is typical of a professional office, involving moderate noise levels and frequent interruptions by customers and phone calls. Environment involves everyday risks which require normal safety precautions typical of offices.
Physical and Mental Requirements
Work principally involves sitting and walking to perform work tasks, with intermittent periods of stooping, and standing. The employee is occasionally required to lift objects such as books, office equipment, file boxes and computer paper.
Duties are largely mental rather than physical, but the job may occasionally require the application of basic motor skills for activities such as moving objects, operating a telephone system, computer and/or most other office equipment, filing, and sorting of papers.
The employee is required to constantly read documents and reports for general understanding. The employee may be required to review non-written materials or to determine color differences.
Note: the essential functions or duties listed herein are illustrations of the type of work that is performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
To apply: Submit cover letter & resume to the Human Resources Director, City of Malden at [email protected]
The City of Malden is an EEO, driven by the value of excellence and believes that everyone deserves the best service and access to resources, regardless of their race, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, age, physical abilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, or personal experience. We embrace diverse perspectives and welcome candidates from these underrepresented groups to help make our vision a reality.
Selected candidate will need to submit to a background check (CORI).
Pay: $71,102.12 - $78,483.43 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
