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Posted : Friday, April 19, 2024 12:56 PM
The City of Palo Alto Public Works Department is looking for a project Engineer who will develop engineering designs, specifications, cost estimates; prepare written reports, technical specifications, and material specifications for municipal utilities operation, maintenance, and construction programs associated with various projects and facilities.
The project Engineer works with the public and consultants providing direction and information on specific programs and projects.
Incumbents in this classification perform advanced engineering assignments on a wide range of municipal projects of a complex nature by performing complex civil/mechanical engineering work and exercising a great latitude of independent judgment and serve in a Project Manager capacity.
The Public Works Department provides services integral to the community on a daily basis.
The mission of the department is to provide quality services with commitment, courtesy, and pride.
In partnership with the Palo Alto community, the Public Works team strives to offer efficient, cost-effective and environmentally responsible services that make Palo Alto a beautiful, vibrant and appealing City in which to live and work.
Learn more about our mission and ongoing projects and initiatives HERE.
Ideal Candidate: Experience with executing projects in Wastewater Treatment Industry.
Experience in all phases of Wastewater Treatment Projects.
Experience with Capital Improvement Programs.
Benefits: Fantastic benefits package, to learn more click HERE.
Compensation (SEIU) : Comprehensive compensation plan, to learn more click HERE.
Schedule: Onsite 9/80 or 5/8 Depending on the applicant qualifications, the position will be filled at the appropriate level/salary of either Engineer ($65.
18/hr-$80.
02/hr) or Project Engineer ($70.
13/hr-86.
11/hr)based on qualifications.
Candidates are encouraged to apply early as screenings and interviews will begin as soon as posting requirements are met and a sufficient applicant pool is found.
This position is represented by Service Employee International Union position (SEIU) Essential Duties Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Conducts comprehensive utility engineering planning, design, and operational studies of the water, gas, and wastewater utilities systems.
Performs design work including researching data, conducting feasibility and economic studies, and determining design criteria in accordance with required standards and codes for assigned projects in the water, gas, and wastewater utilities.
Prepares project documents including project justifications, budget analyses, calculations, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and schedules for assigned utility projects in the water, gas, and wastewater utilities.
Reviews and checks engineering drawings, plans, computations, estimates and reports for completeness, accuracy, and soundness of applied utility engineering principles and City utility standards and policies.
Provides guidance and work supervision for other utility engineering and technical personnel as required by projects.
Obtains required permits, easements, and other documents as required from inter-departments or outside agencies for assigned utility projects Other duties as assigned To see full job description of Project Engineer click HERE.
To see full job description of Engineer click HERE.
Minimum Qualifications Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge, skills and abilities, which would typically be acquired through: Bachelor of Science degree in civil, mechanical, or other approved engineering curriculum depending upon assigned area.
and Equivalent to four years increasingly responsible engineering experience.
(Note: PE Certificate or Master's Degree in Engineering may be considered in lieu of one year of experience.
) Special Requirement for Project Engineer: Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California, or ability to obtain registration within one year of appointment to the classification or registration as a professional architect in the State of California.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Special Requirement for Engineer: Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California required to attain top step in Engineer classification.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
*One ore more positions may be filled from this posting* The City of Palo Alto offers its employees a generous benefit package, featuring family medical coverage, retirement, life insurance, plus 12 paid holidays per year.
Participation in a Governmental 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Fully paid employee and dependent Dental Plan Fully paid employee and dependent Vision Plan Fully paid Life and AD&D insurance equal to annual salary Flat Rate City paid medical contribution which may allow employees to select a fully paid health plan Fully paid Life Insurance equal to one-times annual salary Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance Long Term Disability plan 12 annual paid holidays Two to five weeks vacation annually depending on years of service per MOA 96 hours annual sick leave Direct Deposit Flexible Spending Account for Healthcare and Childcare expensesPublic Employees' Retirement System (PERS) 2% at 60 formula for Classic Employees One-year final compensation for 2% at 60 employees 2% at 62 formula for New CalPers Members Three-year final compensation for 2% at 62 employees only Retiree Medical benefits for employee and dependents after 10 years of servicePlease note: The City does not participate in CA State Disability Insurance (SDI) or Social Security.
Since they City does not participate in SDI, City employees are not eligible to claim against the State's Pregnancy Disability Leave or Paid Family Leave programs.
The project Engineer works with the public and consultants providing direction and information on specific programs and projects.
Incumbents in this classification perform advanced engineering assignments on a wide range of municipal projects of a complex nature by performing complex civil/mechanical engineering work and exercising a great latitude of independent judgment and serve in a Project Manager capacity.
The Public Works Department provides services integral to the community on a daily basis.
The mission of the department is to provide quality services with commitment, courtesy, and pride.
In partnership with the Palo Alto community, the Public Works team strives to offer efficient, cost-effective and environmentally responsible services that make Palo Alto a beautiful, vibrant and appealing City in which to live and work.
Learn more about our mission and ongoing projects and initiatives HERE.
Ideal Candidate: Experience with executing projects in Wastewater Treatment Industry.
Experience in all phases of Wastewater Treatment Projects.
Experience with Capital Improvement Programs.
Benefits: Fantastic benefits package, to learn more click HERE.
Compensation (SEIU) : Comprehensive compensation plan, to learn more click HERE.
Schedule: Onsite 9/80 or 5/8 Depending on the applicant qualifications, the position will be filled at the appropriate level/salary of either Engineer ($65.
18/hr-$80.
02/hr) or Project Engineer ($70.
13/hr-86.
11/hr)based on qualifications.
Candidates are encouraged to apply early as screenings and interviews will begin as soon as posting requirements are met and a sufficient applicant pool is found.
This position is represented by Service Employee International Union position (SEIU) Essential Duties Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Conducts comprehensive utility engineering planning, design, and operational studies of the water, gas, and wastewater utilities systems.
Performs design work including researching data, conducting feasibility and economic studies, and determining design criteria in accordance with required standards and codes for assigned projects in the water, gas, and wastewater utilities.
Prepares project documents including project justifications, budget analyses, calculations, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and schedules for assigned utility projects in the water, gas, and wastewater utilities.
Reviews and checks engineering drawings, plans, computations, estimates and reports for completeness, accuracy, and soundness of applied utility engineering principles and City utility standards and policies.
Provides guidance and work supervision for other utility engineering and technical personnel as required by projects.
Obtains required permits, easements, and other documents as required from inter-departments or outside agencies for assigned utility projects Other duties as assigned To see full job description of Project Engineer click HERE.
To see full job description of Engineer click HERE.
Minimum Qualifications Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge, skills and abilities, which would typically be acquired through: Bachelor of Science degree in civil, mechanical, or other approved engineering curriculum depending upon assigned area.
and Equivalent to four years increasingly responsible engineering experience.
(Note: PE Certificate or Master's Degree in Engineering may be considered in lieu of one year of experience.
) Special Requirement for Project Engineer: Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California, or ability to obtain registration within one year of appointment to the classification or registration as a professional architect in the State of California.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Special Requirement for Engineer: Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California required to attain top step in Engineer classification.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
*One ore more positions may be filled from this posting* The City of Palo Alto offers its employees a generous benefit package, featuring family medical coverage, retirement, life insurance, plus 12 paid holidays per year.
Participation in a Governmental 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Fully paid employee and dependent Dental Plan Fully paid employee and dependent Vision Plan Fully paid Life and AD&D insurance equal to annual salary Flat Rate City paid medical contribution which may allow employees to select a fully paid health plan Fully paid Life Insurance equal to one-times annual salary Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance Long Term Disability plan 12 annual paid holidays Two to five weeks vacation annually depending on years of service per MOA 96 hours annual sick leave Direct Deposit Flexible Spending Account for Healthcare and Childcare expensesPublic Employees' Retirement System (PERS) 2% at 60 formula for Classic Employees One-year final compensation for 2% at 60 employees 2% at 62 formula for New CalPers Members Three-year final compensation for 2% at 62 employees only Retiree Medical benefits for employee and dependents after 10 years of servicePlease note: The City does not participate in CA State Disability Insurance (SDI) or Social Security.
Since they City does not participate in SDI, City employees are not eligible to claim against the State's Pregnancy Disability Leave or Paid Family Leave programs.
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• Location : 2501 Embarcadero Wy, Palo Alto, CA
• Post ID: 9006043918
