Utility Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Utilities Engineer performs engineering tasks associated with the evaluation, design, bid, construction, inspection and operation/maintenance of utilities. Utilities include water/wastewater/storm-water systems and treatment facilities along with air quality, solid waste and related environmental systems.

Typical duties include but may not be limited to:

• Ensures the Utilities Division’s engineering needs are supported and addressed from an overarching and all-encompassing perspective. Prepare plans and specifications for utility system improvements and services.
• Assist with the preparation, updating and management of the various Utilities Division Capital Improvement Plans (CIPs). Develop and manage Utilities Division project and programs plans and schedules.
• Manage and/or assist with engineering data, manuals, prints, drawings, etc.
• Recordkeeping for wastewater/stormwater systems and treatment.
• Support laboratory/operations/maintenance/safety activities from utilities engineering perspective. Provide technical guidance and expert advice on utilities engineering, management, operations, maintenance, laboratory and safety projects and programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from a four (4) year college or university with major course work in civil, environmental, or closely related engineering discipline is required. 
• It is preferred that the Utilities Engineer possesses or be able to obtain an EIT certificate within two (2) years of hire.  It is also preferred that the Utilities Engineer pursues a Pennsylvania PE certificate at the earliest authorized opportunity and obtaining a PE within two (2) years of starting the process is anticipated.
• Possession of or the ability to obtain the appropriate PaDEP Operators Certification is desired.
• Possession of valid Pennsylvania motor vehicles operator’s Class C license or higher is required.