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Associate Engineer - Civil - Citywide (5207) - (C00421)

City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States


Overview
Under general direction, the Associate Engineer performs professional engineering work in the field and office and supervises the work of junior and assistant engineers, technicians, inspectors, surveyors and other related personnel engaged in engineering projects. This position is open to candidates who meet the required qualifications and will be located within the City and County of San Francisco.

Responsibilities

Prepare engineering designs, drawings and specifications.

Prepare cost and quantity estimates for labor, materials and equipment associated with construction, contractors, suppliers, installation, repair, restoration and maintenance.

Provide engineering support to operations staff.

Review existing conditions and conduct studies of processes, identifying, obtaining and analyzing samples and data.

Analyze and resolve problems to ensure compliance with regulatory and performance standards and specifications.

Supervise the preparation of detailed engineering drawings, specifications and calculations.

Assign and review the work of subordinate staff and consultants; determine resources necessary to complete assigned work.

Review plans, permit applications and specifications developed by staff, consultants and contractors; verify quantities, dimensions, safety requirements and quality of work.

Prepare and supervise the preparation of a wide variety of technical engineering reports and other documentation.

Interview, select, train, monitor, evaluate and counsel staff.

Prepare bid documents; review and analyze bids; conduct meetings and make presentations.

Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Three (3) years of verifiable professional engineering experience, including at least two (2) years of experience equivalent to the City & County of San Francisco Class 5203 Assistant Engineer or higher.

Possession of a current Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in Civil Engineering.

Substitutions

Candidates licensed in other states who otherwise meet the minimum requirements may file for this examination and, if successful, be placed under waiver until a California license is presented.

No substitution for the required two years of work experience equivalent to a 5203 Assistant Engineer or higher.

No waiver available for City employees with six months experience as a 5203 Assistant Engineer who do not meet total required experience.

License or Certificate
Some positions may require a valid driver license.

Working Conditions
Positions may require lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, working in high places and confined spaces, exposure to various weather conditions and outdoors, bending, sitting and walking for extended periods and over uneven surfaces. Schedules may include weekends, holidays, part‑time, nights, and/or overtime.

Verification
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point in the application, examination and/or departmental selection process. Falsifying education, training or work experience may result in disqualification.

Relevant Legal Statements
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status or other protected category under the law.

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