City Of Downey - Downey, CA
posted 4 months ago
The Assistant Civil Engineer I position is an entry-level role within the Civil Engineer job series, primarily focused on performing professional level office and field engineering work. Under general supervision, the incumbent will engage in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of various public works projects, including streets, traffic signals, and traffic control devices. This role also involves responding to citizen requests and contributing to the Capital Improvement Program, Construction, and Traffic operations. As the incumbent gains experience, the assignments will diversify, requiring a broader application of civil engineering principles and standards, construction cost analysis, and field measurement practices. The Engineering Division is responsible for providing development engineering services, overseeing the City's Capital Improvement Program, and managing the construction of various capital projects. This includes public works construction management and inspection services, traffic engineering services, and the management of the City's Lighting and Landscaping Assessment District. The Assistant Civil Engineer I will also be involved in various maintenance contracts, such as street light and traffic signal maintenance, and will respond to service requests from the community. An Eligible List of qualified applicants will be established from this recruitment, which may be utilized to fill other full and part-time vacancies as needed, generally remaining valid for up to one year. The essential functions of this role include performing professional civil engineering designs, preparing plans and diagrams using computer applications, conducting field investigations, preparing specifications and estimates, assisting in project coordination and inspection, and responding to public inquiries. The position requires the ability to evaluate and solve routine civil engineering problems, prepare reports, communicate effectively, and maintain cooperative working relationships with various stakeholders.