Department: Engineering
Location: Dover, DE
DSWA is seeking to fill two Engineer positions for our Dover Administrative Office.
The positions offer a career ladder with opportunities for professional growth and advancement. The level and salary at which the selected candidate is hired will be based on their education, experience, qualifications, and demonstrated competencies.
We are requesting that candidates complete a DSWA employment application and submit a resume. Applications and resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.
PURPOSE: This position will be responsible for the implementation of multiple engineering projects.
JOB DUTIES: Job tasks include but are not limited to the following:
- Manages, plans, organizes, budgets and implements engineering projects.
- Prepares technical reports and data analysis using computer techniques.
- Conducts inspections of projects for contract compliance.
- Prepares monthly reports and associated data.
- Prepares permit applications, correspondence and required reporting to state and federal authorities.
- Directs specific studies and research projects.
- Coordinates efforts with those of other local, state and federal organizations.
- Prepares technical and engineering specifications for engineering projects.
- Provides oversight and quality assurance of engineering projects.
- Assists in long-range planning and recommends policies and goals. Assists in contract negotiations.
- Represents the DSWA at technical conferences and acts as a liaison with other sections of the Authority, organizations, municipalities, industry, state, interstate, and federal agencies.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES;
- Manages the Drone Program and the Propeller Software
- Manages the GIS Program and the ESRI Software
- Uses AUTOCAD software
- May have supervisory duties.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, chemical, mechanical engineering or related field. Experience in engineering project management preferred.
Must possess a valid driver's license. Knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering. Knowledge of the methods, techniques and procedures of research, investigation and analysis. Knowledge of mathematical and statistical concepts. Knowledge of applicable state, federal and departmental laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Skills in applying principles and practices of engineering. Skill in conducting field studies, tests, surveys and investigations. Skill in applying mathematical and statistical concepts. Ability to apply federal and state laws, rules and regulations. Ability to prepare statistical and technical reports. Ability to compile data and information. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to perform economic analyses.
Physical Requirements:
This position requires standing, walking, sitting, gripping or feeling with hands, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, talking or hearing, tasting or smelling.
This position may require lifting up to 50 pounds.
This position requires close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less). Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more). Peripheral vison (ability to observe an area that can be seen up or down or to the left and right when vision is fixed on a given point). Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships).
This position risks exposure to indoor environment, outdoor environment, noise, extreme temperatures, moisture and/or humidity, dust, fumes, gases, electrical hazards, mechanical hazards, and explosive hazards.EOE
