Engineer II - Highway Design and Special Projects

Full Job Description

Pay Schedule I, Grade 31, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Engineering & Construction, Highway Design and Special Projects.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Requirements

Under general supervision, performs professional engineering work adhering to applicable codes and guidelines. Manages design and construction of capital improvement projects for the Section.

Performs various work in the design of engineering projects including: drafting and reviewing plans, determining right-of-way requirements, writing special provisions, and preparing construction cost estimates and technical studies.Manages the design, review, and approval of capital improvement projects (including alleys).Reviews and coordinates the work of engineering consultants.Develops and monitors project schedules and deadlines.Operates computers and peripheral equipment to perform GIS work and computer aided drafting (using AutoCAD) and design of engineering drawings/plans.Develops or reviews hydrologic/hydraulic, SWM, and other engineering-related studies.Performs periodic field inspections of construction projects such as storm drains, sidewalk and roadways.Investigates and responds to engineering-related complaints and requests from the public.Recommends approval or disapproval of plans and specifications for highway widening, alley rehabilitation and individual sidewalk projects.Assists in the development of the County’s annual capital budget.Examples of Other DutiesLeads and assists less experienced and subordinate personnel.Performs other related duties as required.(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class.

They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class.

Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.) Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering.PLUS Two years' field or office engineering experience.Additional qualifying education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.ORPossession of a certificate of registration as an Engineer in Training issued by a State within the United States of America, plus two years' field or office engineering experience.Licenses and CertificatesPossession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license may be required for some positions at the time of appointment.Proof of License(s), Certification(s) and EducationApplicants are required to submit proof of license(s), certification(s) and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position.

Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study.

Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education will result in your application not being considered.Proof of Degree EquivalencyApplicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc.

(www.WES.org).Mail or deliver documents to:ATTN: Engineer II - Highway Design and Special ProjectsOffice of Human Resources Baltimore County Government308 Allegheny Ave.Towson, MD 21204You may attach your transcript(s) or licenses(s) to your application.

Unofficial copies are acceptable.

EXAMINATION PROCEDUREApplicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.

Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Additional Information Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, standing, and other limited physical activities including travel to various work sites.Employment Background InvestigationApplicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.