Engineering Technician I

The City of Saginaw is seeking a skilled Engineering Technician I to contribute technical expertise to construction projects, both on-site and in-office. Responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and documenting contracted work, utilizing GPS data collectors and computer-aided design and mapping software.

******************************************************************************************************************************

Applications will be screened. those qualified will be invited to participate in a written test and an oral interview. Applicants must successfully pass each of the selection process by a score of 70% or better to proceed in the process.

1. Serves as primary construction inspector for a variety of engineering projects.
2. Uses survey data collectors to document underground water and sewer as-built information and ensures that completed quantities are correct.
3. Updates sewer /water records from measurement changes, field certifications, and as-built construction plans.
4. Reviews and documents construction material submittals, including subcontracts, material certifications, test results and material sources, and all other MDOT and Federal construction requirements.
5. Participates in various phases of design and/or construction for municipal projects.
6. Participates in Engineering office operations.

Education:

• Associate degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience:

• Six to eight years' experience in Civil Engineering with a focus on site construction inspection.

Other Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, survey data collectors (e.g., Leica GPS Data Collectors), and Computer-Aided Design/Drafting (Autodesk products: Civil 3D, MAP, AutoCAD, ESRI/GIS Software).
• Certifications: Stormwater construction, MDOT Concrete Technician, HMA paving operations, MDOT FieldManager Office Technician (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
• Strong mathematical background (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), both in English and metric measure.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with MDOT computer programs (MERL, Roadsoft/GIS, FieldManager) and city computer programs (e.g., BS&A) preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver's license.

1. Must be able to lift concrete test cylinders weighing 30-40 pounds.
2. Works outdoors a minimum of fifty percent of the year, not limited to warm weather months.
3. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather.
4. Must be able to drive to job site when assigned away from the office.
5. Must be able to traverse uneven terrain and enter excavations up to 20 feet deep.

Employment Type: Full Time