Salary : $82,591.00 - $97,820.00 Annually

Location : Duluth, MN

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: L24096

Department: Public Works & Utilities

Division: Engineering

Opening Date: 07/30/2024

Closing Date: 9/8/2024 11:59 PM Central

Probation Period: 12 months

Eligible List Duration: 3 months

Job Posting Information

As a Project Engineer this position will work closely with other staff engineers, regulating authorities, consultants, contractors, and residents to maintain existing utility infrastructure and develop new water, storm, sanitary, or natural gas utility projects that benefit our community. This Engineer position will likely be working on water distribution projects, including the lead service line replacement initiative, utility reviews for new developments, sanitary sewer collection projects, and natural gas distribution. A background of planning, designing, and coordinating similar types of utility project construction is highly beneficial. Other valued, but not required specialized skill sets include design of water treatment processes and familiarity with natural gas distribution regulations.

In addition to technical proficiency, we value candidates who demonstrate strong teamwork, collaboration, problem-solving, and initiative. This role requires good communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to work cooperatively, effectively, and fairly with coworkers, contractors, and the public is also important. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and sustainability of our city's infrastructure while working on diverse and impactful projects that benefit our community.

Please note: We are establishing an eligibility list for this position. At this time we anticipate filling one position at either the Project Engineer or Senior Engineer level. If you want to be considered for either level, please apply to both postings.

SUMMARY/PURPOSE
To perform, and to supervise others who perform engineering work in the design, construction, and maintenance of street improvements, utility installations, buildings and other structures, water, gas, storm, and sanitary utility systems.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Employees at the Project Engineer level are distinguished from the Senior Project Engineer level by the amount of guidance and instruction needed to perform duties as assigned, and are not expected to function with the same amount of program knowledge, proficiency, or skill level. Positions at this level exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)

1. Perform responsible, professional engineering work in the design, construction, and maintenance for a wide range of engineering projects.
2. Write project specifications per City, State, and Federal guidelines and industry standards for various street and utility jobs.
3. Estimate costs using previous bids and regional trends, for projects up to twenty million in value.
4. Perform complicated design work through the use of data collection and analysis, engineering calculations and methodologies to develop solutions for construction that meet local, state, and federal standards.
5. Operate computers to prepare, review, and edit engineering drawings, data analysis and cost estimations through spreadsheet software, prepare project memorandums and reports, and use modeling software to setup, run and analyze utility system model simulations for existing utility system networks and proposed expansion or retrofit projects.
6. Coordinate projects within the engineering division, other City departments, public and private utility owners, and state and federal regulatory agencies keeping parties informed and developing solutions to issues that arise.
7. Ensure that projects are completed timely and cost effectively following engineering standards and city specifications.
8. Negotiate, manage, and prepare compensation for contractors engaged in City contracts.
9. Prepare and review plans and check construction for conformance with standards and specifications.
10. Investigate, prepare, and present technical reports and presentations both within the City and at public meetings.
11. Prepare petitions and council resolutions on street and sewer projects.
12. Investigate and respond to citizen complaints.
13. Represent the City Public Works & Utilities Department/Engineering Division at various meetings and activities.
14. Inform, educate, and exchange ideas with other professionals, agencies, and the public regarding engineering projects and standards, and City policies and programs.
15. In collaboration with supervisor, determine work priorities both for staffing and financial resource allocation.
16. Assign work and coordinate work schedules.
17. Provide input into decisions regarding the hire and transfer of personnel.
18. Train and mentor staff in safe and proper work methods and procedures that meet engineering standards.
19. Monitor work for compliance with established methods, guidelines, standards and procedures.
20. Review work of team members for completeness and quality of work prepared, and provide mentoring through feedback and instructions as needed.
21. Provide input to management to aid in decisions related to discipline and grievance resolution.
22. Provide information and instruction to assigned team verbally and in writing as needed.
Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements
A. Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university followed by four (4) years of work experience in the field of engineering as an Engineer in Training (EIT) working under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer.
B. Two (2) years of professional level engineering experience as a licensed Professional Engineer.

License Requirements
A. Licensure as a Professional Engineer with the ability to become licensed in the state of Minnesota within six (6) months from the date of appointment.
B. Driver's license valid in Minnesota.
Selection Process Information

Education/Experience Review (100% of scoring process; 70 pass point): Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who pass this exam will have their names placed on an eligible list for this classification.

Non-Discrimination
The City of Duluth is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Alternative Exam Process (does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, temporary, or part-time non-union selections)
For individuals who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), alternative examination processes are available on an individual basis upon prior arrangement. Contact Human Resources at 218-730-5210, as soon as possible prior to the scheduled date of the exam. TDD services are available through 218-730-5630.

Work Eligibility
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Duluth requires verification of identity and work eligibility at the point of hire.

Right to Appeal (does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, temporary, or part-time non-union selections)
Any applicant who has been found qualified to participate in a selection process for a position in the classified service who has reason to contest the validity or fairness of any step in the selection process may appeal to the Civil Service Board within 10 calendar days of the examination. (If the examination is an Education/Experience Review, the applicant must appeal within 10 calendar days of the closing date for accepting applications.) The notice of appeal shall be in writing, shall contain a complete statement of the matter in controversy and the relief requested, and shall be signed and dated by the appellant. The notice shall be addressed to the Civil Service Board and be delivered to the Human Resources Office. If an applicant wishes to file an appeal electronically, the notice should be sent by email to .

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
Does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, seasonal, temporary, or part-time non-union selections

OPEN SELECTIONS
If claiming veteran's preference, please attach to your application (via file upload) a copy of all documents required for the option that applies to you:

Veteran
1.) "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge.

Disabled Veteran
1.) "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
2.) FL-802, FL 21-802, or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Board's written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater, dated within 12 months.

Spouse of Disabled Veteran
1.) Copy of Marriage Certificate;
2.) "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
3.) FL-802, FL 21-802, or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Board's written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater, dated within 12 months. (Eligible only if the veteran is unable to qualify for the specific position being applied for as a result of the service-connected disability.)

Spouse of Deceased Veteran
1.) Copy of Marriage Certificate;
2.) Death Certificate or other proof of death;
3.) "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge. If Disabled Veteran, also include
4.) FL-802, FL 21-802, or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Board's written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater, dated within 12 months. (Eligible only if applicant has not remarried and the veteran died during active duty or as a result of an injury received from active duty.)

Preference points will be added to Veteran, Spouse of Disabled or Deceased Veteran, or Disabled Veteran's score only if the applicant successfully completes all phases of the exam process and Human Resources has received all supporting documentation.

PROMOTIONAL OR INTERNAL SELECTIONS
If claiming veteran's preference, please attach to your application (via file upload) a copy of the documents listed below:

Disabled Veteran
1.) "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
2.) FL-802, FL 21-802, or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Board's written decision of a compensation rating of 50% or greater, dated within 12 months.

Preference points will be awarded to Disabled Veteran's score one time, on first promotional or internal only selection process after securing City employment, and only if the applicant successfully completes all phases of the exam process and Human Resources has received all supporting documentation.

Please refer to for additional information about Veteran's Preference.

Eligible City of Duluth employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
Paid Holidays
Medical Plan
Dental Plan
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Benefits
Deferred Compensation
Training and Advancement Opportunities
Employee Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program

Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.

01

Do you have a Bachelor's Degree with a major in an engineering field from an accredited college or university followed by four (4) years of full-time equivalent work experience in the field of engineering as an Engineer-In-Training working under the direct supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer?

02

Do you have two (2) years of full-time work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer? Please explain.

03

Are you licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of Minnesota or the ability to become licensed in the state of Minnesota within six (6) months from the date of appointment?

04

Do you possess a valid Minnesota Driver's License or equivalent?

05

Describe examples of your experiences designing and constructing water, wastewater, stormwater, or natural gas distribution utility systems.

06

Describe your experience with challenging projects where you had to manage and coordinate with various stakeholders, including contractors, engineers, and agencies. Please explain how you approached communication and collaboration.

07

Describe your knowledge of Part 192 of the Code of Federal Regulations Title 49 and any experiences you may have applying these regulations to a project.

Required Question

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