Civil Engineer III - SR-22

$71,000 - $102,000/Yr

Unclassified - Hilo, HI

Full-time - Mid Level

Hilo, HI

About the position

The Civil Engineer III position involves performing moderately difficult professional engineering work related to the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of various civil engineering projects. The role requires the preparation of designs, plans, specifications, estimates, and reports, along with other related duties as necessary. This position is classified as a shortage category class of work, which means that the selected individual may receive a shortage differential in addition to the starting salary indicated. There are currently three immediate vacancies available: one temporary full-time position with the Department of Environmental Management - Wastewater Division in Kailua-Kona, which is not to exceed December 2, 2024, and two permanent full-time positions with the Department of Public Works - Engineering Division in Hilo. The appointment for these positions may be made at any rate within the advertised salary range, depending on the qualifications of the selected applicants. The starting salary will be determined based on the qualifications of the individual selected for the role. Certain Civil Engineer III positions are considered career ladder positions, meaning that there is potential for advancement to the next level, Civil Engineer IV, provided that the individual meets the minimum qualifications and performance requirements. The eligible list created from this recruitment may also be used for other permanent and temporary positions that arise during its validity. Temporary appointments may lead to permanent positions depending on performance and availability.

Responsibilities

• Conducts office and field studies of proposed projects and supervises preliminary and final surveys.
• Establishes benchmarks.
• Takes cross-sections, profiles, and contours.
• Makes survey computations and prepares preliminary drawings.
• Designs and assists in the design of reservoirs, retaining walls, bridges, culverts, tunnels, pipelines, sewers, sidewalks, highways, and other concrete, steel, and timber structures; computes grades and alignments, loading, and stresses; determines the size, proportion, and dimensions of structures.
• Supervises the preparation of construction plans and drawings.
• Assists in the preparation of specifications and contract documents.
• Prepares cost and quantity estimates.
• Checks shop drawings.
• Supervises construction and inspection activities.
• Interprets plans and specifications.
• Changes and corrects plans.
• Keeps records of work completed and materials used; prepares monthly and final payment estimates.
• Conducts hydrologic and land development studies.
• Checks plans and specifications of buildings and structures for compliance with the building code.
• Reviews test reports and soil analysis reports.
• Operates a vehicle to perform work-related duties.
• Performs other related duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Hawaii or the ability to obtain one within a specified timeframe.
• Experience in civil engineering design and project management.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and techniques related to civil engineering.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with AutoCAD and other engineering design software.
• Familiarity with local building codes and regulations in Hawaii.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.