Engineer I, II, III, IV, or Professional Engineer - LE

This position is for a Professional Engineer however, it may be filled at the level of a Engineer I, II, III, or IV.

• Prepares difficult and complex design drawings, construction plans, specifications, feasibility studies, evaluations, cost estimates, and bid documents for engineering projects.
• Applies signature and Professional Engineer’s seal to design and construction plans prepared or supervised and assumes the responsibilities as the Engineer of Record for the projects.
• Supervises personnel in the various phases of project development.
• Coordinates assigned functions and activities with other City departments, divisions, governmental agencies, and private consultant engineers and contractors.
• Coordinates utilities verification and resolves conflicts to meet intended design functions.
• Prepares permit applications to govern agencies such as FDOT, SWFWMD, DEP, COE, and Polk County for transportation and stormwater projects.
• Signs, seals, and certifies as-built drawings for designed and permitted projects.
• Supervises and directs engineering design operation and development site plan review operation.
• Evaluates consultants’ qualifications and proposals for projects.
• Evaluates right of way or easement needs for projects.
• Reviews and provides comments on transportation and stormwater projects designed by consultants for City projects or projects submitted by FDOT and Polk County.
• Assists manager in planning of Capital Improvement Plan projects, annual budgeting, and maintaining the City’s Engineering Standards Manual for the Engineering Division.
• Prepares estimates to indicate budgetary requirements for operating, maintenance, and construction purposes.
• Plans and recommends training for personnel supervised and conducts performance reviews.
• Performs research, analysis, evaluation, and engineering calculations as needed for subjects and prepares reports and recommendations based on the results of such research.
• Uses computer-aided design software to review design drawings, provide edits, and perform calculations and analysis for engineering projects.
• Performs studies on installed systems to determine proper performance and recommends changes to improve said performance.
• Uses computer programs to perform calculations and analysis for engineering projects.
• Coordinates outside contractor's personnel and consultant inspection personnel with other City personnel on construction projects managed by the Engineering Division.
• Manages the City’s right-of-way use permitting process. 
• Directs engineering technicians in reviewing and approving utility and non-utility right-of-way permit applications.
• Participates in the City of Lakeland Development Review Team and supervises engineering technicians in reviewing development plans and/or engineering reports to ensure compliance with Florida Greenbook and City of Lakeland Engineering Manual Standards.
• May be required to work alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.  
• Position is designated Mission Critical.

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four (4) year college or university in Engineering.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Three years of experience in electric utility engineering work.
• Engineering in Training Certification (E.I.T) preferred 

• Master of Science degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering.  
• Three years of experience in electric utility engineering work.

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering.  
• Five years of experience in electric utility engineering work.

• Master of Science degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering.
• Four years of experience in electric utility engineering work.

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering.
• Six years of experience in electric utility engineering work.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Five years of experience in related engineering work. 
• Possession of a Professional Engineer’s license issued by the State of Florida.

• Must complete required continuing education to maintain a Professional Engineer’s license issued by the State of Florida.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must maintain a valid telephone number.
• May be required to pass and maintain qualification for:
  • Respiratory Protection Physical
  • Pulmonary Function
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Fit Test(s)

KNOWLEDGE:

• Extensive knowledge of fundamental and applied engineering science, engineering principles, and practices applied in planning, analysis, and design as required for carrying out the design of civil engineering projects.
• Extensive knowledge of local, state, and federal standards, regulations, policies, and procedures for transportation and stormwater design projects.
• Extensive knowledge of specifications for transportation and stormwater construction projects.
• Extensive knowledge of specific systems related to engineering areas of responsibility.
• Extensive knowledge of statistical principles, applications, and sampling techniques for data collection, interpolation, and evaluation for planning and reporting.

SKILLS:

• Extensive skill in using computer-aided drafting software and mathematical formulas required in engineering work.
• Extensive skill in using drafting instruments and in the use of mathematical tables required in professional engineering work.
• Skill in making complex engineering computations and in designing difficult engineering projects.
• Skill in verbal and written communications in presenting engineering projects.

ABILITIES:

• Ability to prepare, interpret, and review for acceptance engineering plans, specifications, and reports.
• Ability to conduct engineering research, write technical reports, and give reliable advice on complex engineering problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the general public.
• Ability to plan and direct the work of subordinate engineers and technicians.
• Ability to direct project development and coordinate design and construction activities.

• Requires sedentary to active work that involves walking or standing sometimes, exerting up to ten (10) pounds of force regularly, and routine keyboard operations.
• The job risks exposure to no significant environmental hazards.
• The job requires normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify or assign additional responsibilities as needed.

All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination).  Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone.  Please check your e-mail and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders.  Test times and locations to be announced.

THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE