CIVIL ENGINEER 1014
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
An employee in this class receives
assignments requiring the application of professional engineering skills and
knowledges to civil engineering projects in connection with the design,
construction, inspection, operation or maintenance of public works projects,
including the abatement and control of air, water and land pollution.
Assignments are received with general instructions, but incumbents use their
own judgment and initiative in arriving at conclusions. Supervision may be
exercised over technical assistants in any phase of their work. Performance is
reviewed through conferences while in progress and completely at its conclusion
by professional supervisors. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Plans and designs
highways in accordance with modern highway engineering practices; makes
preliminary layouts of proposed highway improvements with the aid of
reconnaissance and aerial photographs; prepares engineering estimates of
quantities of materials for proposed road improvement; recommends modification
to specifications and recommends new specifications for materials or methods;
Investigates
proposed bridge sites; estimates cost of proposed structure or improvement;
makes preliminary design and, after approval by supervisor, makes final design;
writes specifications; makes strength ratings of existing or proposed
structures; studies new construction and design methods for possible
application to County work;
Acts
as resident project engineer on construction of bridges and roads under
contract to various contractors; supervises the inspection of placing of steel,
and mixing and placing of concrete; prepares estimates and submits
recommendations on amounts of money due contractor each month;
Acts
as resident engineer on construction of major sewerage projects; supervises the
inspection of construction; prepares cost estimates and change orders;
Plans,
designs and/or reviews engineering plans for highways, buildings, bridges,
sewage and industrial systems for compliance with County, state and federal
standards of design and construction;
Assists
land developers, sub-dividers and planners on proposed plans for comprehensive
sewer systems;
Assists
in developing monitoring and detection systems for pollution control and
supervises personnel so engaged;
Assists
in enforcement of environmental sanitation programs through case development
and court testimony.
Thorough knowledge of the principles, techniques and practices of civil
and/or sanitary engineering; thorough knowledge of the investigation, design and
construction of public works and sewerage facilities relating to the field of
specialization; good knowledge of engineering mathematics; skill in the use of
engineering instruments and equipment; ability to make engineering and related
mathematical computations; ability to use an electronic computer as a design
tool; ability to take charge of difficult engineering or surveying projects in
field or office and to obtain adherence to plans and specifications governing
an engineering project with tact, firmness and impartiality; ability to
supervise the work of technical and clerical personnel in a manner conducive to
full performance and high morale; ability to express oneself clearly and
concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the
demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN
COMPETITIVE
Either:
A)
Possession of a Professional Engineer’s License issued by the State of New
York; or,
B)
Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or
registration by NY State with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Sanitary
Engineering, Construction Management Engineering Technology or Civil
Engineering Technology; and,
Either:
a) Three (3) years of experience
as a civil engineer, sanitary engineer or civil or sanitary engineer trainee in
a state or municipal department; or
b)
Four (4) years of experience as a civil engineer, sanitary engineer, or civil
or sanitary engineer trainee in a private organization.
NOTE: A Master’s Degree in Engineering Technology or Civil or Sanitary
Engineering may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.
PROMOTIONAL
Two
(2) years of permanent competitive status as an Assistant Civil Engineer or
Junior Civil Engineer.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
At the time of appointment, candidates must possess
a Professional Engineer's License issued by the State of New York and maintain
it while employed in this title.
At the time of appointment, and during employment
in this title, employees will be required to possess a valid license to operate
a motor vehicle in New York State.
R04/15/22
SUFFOLK COUNTY
Competitive