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Responsibilities/Pay Grade **This position is in the Maintenance and Construction Department** JOB SUMMARY: Pay Grade: S113 This position will be responsible for performing engineering design and analysis to support permitting, construction, operation, maintenance activities, and rehabilitation associated with civil/structural aspects of water production, distribution, and storage facilities, collection systems, lift stations, as well as wastewater treatment, disposal, and water reclamation facilities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Prepares civil/structural design drawings, detailed cost estimates, material lists, technical reports, plans, and specifications for permitting, construction, and renovation of ECUA facilities. 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 projects.

Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform analyses, prepare engineering and design documents. Calculates costs and determines feasibility of projects based on analysis of collected data, applying knowledge and techniques of engineering, and advanced mathematics. Prepares or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for project.

Review ECUA water and wastewater permit applications. Participates in selecting and directing engineering consultants when needed to perform certain aspects of projects. Participates in team, permitting, construction, and other meetings and discussions related to projects.

Inspects construction sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards. Coordinates work with Regional Services and Lift Stations; maintains good working relationships with Region customers, contractors, consulting engineers and county/state agencies. May respond to call-out work during non-working hours or emergencies.

All other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or other related field, and between 0 and 4 years job-related experience. (Educational documentation will be requested upon offer of employment.) Must possess or obtain a Florida engineer intern certification within six (6) months

Familiarity with hydraulic computer modeling software and GIS is preferred. Employment offers to all new hires are contingent upon the job candidates successfully passing background, motor vehicle and reference checks, nicotine screening, drug screening, and post job offer physicals (that may include pulmonary testing). Offers of transfers or promotion to current ECUA employees are not subject to nicotine screening.

All applicants are subject to physical assessments as required by job. Physical Requirements/Working Environment PROJECT ENGINEER Most work is performed in an office environment. Time also is spent outdoors at construction sites or at water/wastewater facilities in order to monitor or direct operations or solve on-site problems, which can be moderately loud.

The employee may be exposed to noxious fumes, airborne particles, and toxic and caustic chemicals. May be required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Supplemental Information MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED: Computer and peripheral equipment Calculator Light truck or other motor vehicle Knowledge of: Engineering principles and practices as applied to the planning, design and construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities; wastewater pumping stations, potable water booster stations, sewer collection facilities and water transmission and distribution facilities.

Codes and standards governing water and wastewater system construction and maintenance projects; ability to plan, schedule, and supervise professional, sub-professional, technical, and administrative personnel. Principles of training, budgeting, and project record keeping. Skills: Good organizational skills.

Analytical skills for prioritizing data. Time management skills for meeting multiple deadlines. Knowledge of matters of specialized code, rules, policy, analyses, or complex technical systems.

Ability to: Prepare, review, and/or approve comprehensive reports; plans, contract documents, and estimates. Participate as member of management team. Prepare comprehensive reports, both orally and in writing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans' Preference ECUA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, disability/handicap, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected criteria. ECUA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Department.

ECUA proudly supports veterans, military spouses, and their families. We recognize your unique skills and sacrifices and are committed to helping you build a rewarding career in public service. A Veterans' Preference shall be awarded to preference-eligible applicants in accordance with Florida law.