Professional Engineer

Back to all Jobs PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER (Open Positions: 1) Closes On: May 21, 2023 at 11:00 PM CST Location: Utilities, Lebanon, TN 37087 Department: UTILITIES Division: Utilities Job Status: Full-Time Shift: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Days Worked: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri. Hour Per Week: 40 Status: Accepting Applications Apply Now Job Description The City of Lebanon, TN, is looking for an experienced and licensed Professional Engineer for our Utilities division. The City of Lebanon is a rapidly growing community - the Professional Engineer supports the Utilities Director and Utilities Department while serving the community to ensure the public health of all citizens served by City of Lebanon Utilities.

The engineer provides support to six operating units (water plant, wastewater plant, water distribution, wastewater collections including 80+ pump stations, natural gas distribution, and sanitation). ESSENTIAL DUTIES Reviews and approves utilities within site plans, subdivision construction drawings, water and sewer extension plans and specifications developed by engineers and architects for private developments for compliance with city standards. Signs plat certificates related to water and sewer within the City of Lebanon.

Serves as a utilities engineering consultant to the City of Lebanon Planning Commission. Works with developers, consultants, and contractors to ensure compliance with all local and/or state regulations. Reviews and recommends updates to technical specifications and typical standards for all current regulations as related to sewer, water, gas, etc.

Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, and aerial photographs on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design project. Prepares or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for projects under the supervision of the Utilities Director. Provides technical engineering advice on utilities to developers and Utility Managers.

Confers with the general public concerning engineering complaints and problems as related to water, sewer, etc. Prepares plans, contracts, and/or specifications for various Utility projects under the supervision of the Utilities Director. Calculates cost and determines feasibility of project based on analysis of collected data.

Monitors construction, inspection, and records maintenance, as necessary. Applies engineering knowledge and computer technology engineering standards in review and/or design of water plant, wastewater plant, pump station, etc. Prepares work orders when engineering knowledge is required under the supervision of the Utilities Director.

Prepares documents for advertisement, awarding of contracts and supervision of construction of various projects under the supervision of the Utilities Director. Coordinates with other local and state agencies, TDOT, TDEC, etc.. Assists general public, contractors, developers, and engineers in search of general information.

Inspects construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards as directed. Directs construction and maintenance activities at project site. Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.

Other duties as assigned by the Utilities Director. Under the direction of the Utilities Director, takes the lead as assigned on various civil and environmental engineering activities for the City of Lebanon including plans and designs for civil engineering projects such as water distribution and collection, system pipelines, water and wastewater plant capital improvement projects, etc. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common engineering reports and documents.

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write reports and specifications for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or City Council members Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Knowledge of general civil and municipal engineering. Knowledge of related computer hardware and software (micro station, Intergraph, AutoCAD, etc.).

Knowledge of water distribution and sewer collection. Knowledge of work orders when engineering knowledge is required. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public, other employees, and elected officials.

Ability to deal with the public with tact and diplomacy. Knowledge of utility design, construction and maintenance methods, materials, and equipment. Knowledge of modern developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding civil engineering and municipal utilities..

Knowledge of applicable laws and regulatory codes related to the development and construction of public improvement projects, including knowledge of the Clean Water and Safe Drinking Water Acts. Ability to plan, schedule and supervise complex civil engineering projects. Ability to supervise, coordinate, delegate and negotiate.

Ability to analyze and resolve complex and sensitive problems. Must have the ability to read and understand construction drawings and topographical maps and identify geotechnical features. Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.

Must be able to comprehend both oral and written instructions and to communicate in English, both orally and in writing. Must have the ability to report to work on time and perform duties of the job for a complete workday and perform work beyond normal hours, when necessary. Must have the ability to concentrate and accomplish tasks to meet deadlines despite interruptions.

Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Examples of other work to perform. Attends Planning Commission meetings.

Supervisory Responsibility Currently this position has no direct reports. However, this position may eventually supervise 1 to 2 employees, as directed by the Utilities Director. Responsibilities include training/mentoring, planning, assigning, directing work, appraising performance, disciplining, addressing complaints and resolving problems, and carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the City's polices and applicable laws.

Basic Minimum Qualification Requirements EXPERIENCE - Four (4) years of responsible experience in general civil and/or water and wastewater design and/or utility related experience in capital improvement projects. PROFESSIONAL LICENSE - Professional engineers (PE) license from the State of Tennessee for a PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER is required. EDUCATION - Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering field from an accredited four-year college or university is required.

DRIVER'S LICENSE - Valid Tennessee Driver's License and clear driving record is required. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee sometimes works in outside weather conditions and is sometimes exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The job requires some walking over rough terrain, bending, and stooping.

The employee sits/stands at a desk frequently. The noise level in the work environment is usually low.. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Engineers should like detail work and be able to perform duties while paying attention to close details. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The employee must be able to operate a motor vehicle.

It shall be the responsibility of the City of Lebanon Utilities Director to assess the type(s) of reasonable accommodations which may be necessary to allow the individual to perform the essential functions of this role and to provide such necessary reasonable accommodations to a qualified individual with a disability, provided that nothing herein shall be construed to require the provision of reasonable accommodations if doing so will impose an undue hardship on the employing agency or a direct threat to the safety of himself/herself or others. Additional Information Starting salary $80,000 to $94,000 DOQ. Position is exempt for purposes of federal wage and hour regulations.

Employment is probationary for first six months of employment with the City. The City of Lebanon provides its full time employees with an excellent benefits package! Full Time City Employees receive 14 paid holidays and 18 PTO days the first year (23 PTO days after the first year and this increases every 5 years after) and health, dental, vision, life and disability PLUS a generous pension/401k hybrid retirement package through Tennessee Consolidated Retirement Systems (TCRS).