Under general supervision, performs field or office engineering work in support of the planning, design, construction, operations, and compliance of rail and transit facilities, infrastructure, operations, and programs; assists with the review and preparation of a variety of engineering drawings and designs; provides technical assistance to engineering and management staff; and performs duties as assigned.
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EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the typical functions of the job.
- Prepares and assists in the design of a variety of engineering projects of moderate difficulty including land development, bridges, structures, and hydraulics.
- Formulates, reviews, and checks routine studies, calculations, designs, drawings, sketches, and plans for a variety of engineering projects using AutoCAD and other software tools.
- Conducts field inspections of existing structures to determine the necessity for future construction, repair, or maintenance; conducts preliminary field studies and surveys and collects data relative to the preparation of designs and drawings; reviews and analyzes field data and results of office research to determine necessary corrective measures.
- Conducts routine field inspections of construction and repair projects in progress to ensure conformance with plans, specifications, and codes; checks and records work progress at various construction sites.
- Calculates the cost of materials for various projects.
- Gathers, prepares, and maintains engineering data, records, and reports.
- Writes reports, specifications, material lists, cost estimates, schedules, change orders, estimates, maps, deeds, legal descriptions, correspondence with contractors and consultants progress payments, another required documents.
- Provides cost data to support the budget preparation process.
- Prepares written and oral responses to a variety of inquiries from other agencies, contractors, and the general public.
- Prepares correspondence, minutes, and reports for a variety of inquiries and problems regarding engineering policies, procedures, standards, environmental impact issues, appeals, and other related project activities.
- Meets and consults with professional engineering personnel, contractors, and the public regarding engineering matters.
- Adheres to all required safety procedures and programs.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
- General knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of civil engineering and construction management.
- Statistics and advanced mathematics including algebra and analytic geometry.
- Research, report writing, and statistical analysis techniques.
- Correct methods of using engineering equipment including computers, computer programs in the engineering field, calculators, survey instruments and drafting.
- Uses and operation methods of various types of construction equipment.
- Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
- The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar.
- Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
Ability to:
- Read, understand, and prepare designs, plans, drawings, maps, and complex technical and legal documents.
- Identify and define technical problems.
- Apply principles of logic and scientific reasoning to develop and evaluate alternative courses of action and determine appropriate solutions.
- Retain and recall factual, technical data and legal provisions.
- Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
- Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
- Effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
- Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education:
- Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering.
Experience:
- Two year(s) of general engineering work experience.
- Four years of engineering related experience may substitute for the college requirement only.
- Experience in rail design and/or construction desirable.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and analysis of survey data for design and construction is essential.
Licenses and Certifications:
- Possession of a valid California Engineer In-Training Certificate.
- Possession of, and ability to maintain, California Class C driver’s license.
SMART is an equal opportunity employer.