Job Details

Overview

Under general supervision, performs engineering work of average difficulty in the field and office following established engineering methods and procedures; applies engineering principles and practices to civil, mechanical, electrical, environmental, or transportation engineering problems; performs related duties as required.

Major and Essential Duties

1. Prepares, reviews, and checks routine studies, calculations, designs, drawings, sketches, and plans for a variety of engineering projects using AutoCAD and other software tools.
2. Conducts field inspections of existing structures to determine the necessity for future construction, repair, or maintenance; conducts preliminary field studies and surveys and collects data relative to the preparation of designs and drawings; reviews and analyzes field data and results of office research to determine necessary corrective measures.
3. Conducts routine field inspections of construction and repair projects in progress to ensure conformance with plans, specifications and codes; checks and records work progress at various construction sites.
4. Gathers, prepares and maintains engineering data, records and reports.
5. Prepares reports, contract specifications, lists of materials, cost estimates, schedules, and progress payments.
6. Prepares departmental reports and reports concerning field conditions, the progress of projects, the results of studies, plans for future developments and improvements, and other matters.
7. Provides written and oral responses to a variety of inquiries from other agencies, contractors, and the general public.
8. May exercise limited supervision over junior engineers, student engineering trainees, and related personnel.
9. Prepares correspondence, minutes, and reports for a variety of inquiries and problems regarding engineering policies, procedures, standards, environmental impact issues, appeals, and other related project activities; may prepare and process legislation for engineering related issues.
10. Meets and consults with professional engineering personnel, contractors, and the public regarding engineering matters.
11. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

1. A. Possession of a baccalaureate degree or graduate degree from an engineering program with a major in Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Sanitary Engineering, and
2. B. Possession of a valid Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate issued by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES).
3. C. One (1) year of verifiable professional Environmental engineering experience performing at least three of the following tasks:

• a. Preparing or assisting in preparing studies, designs, drawings, sketches, and plans using AutoCAD and other software tools.
• b. Collecting data to assess project needs and define project scope through site visits, surveying, review of existing documents, reports, drawing and manuals, performing measurements, collecting samples, or/and interviews with the stakeholders.
• c. Preparing or assisting in the preparation of contract specifications, lists of materials, cost estimates, schedules, and progress payments.
• d. Preparing or assisting in the preparation of engineering reports and reports concerning field conditions, the progress of projects, the results of studies, and other matters.
• e. Conducting data analyses and mathematical calculations, in order to determine type or size of material or equipment.
• f. Conducting routine field inspections of construction and repair projects in progress to ensure conformance with plans, specifications and codes; checks and records work progress at various construction sites.

Note: Internships, drafting experience and student design work do not qualify as professional engineering experience.

OR

1. 2. Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) license in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental Engineering from the California Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

Note: Most positions require a valid California driver license.

Verification and Selection

Verification of Education and Experience: Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review the SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at the SF Careers knowledge page (careers.sf.gov/knowledge/experience-education/).

Note: Falsifying education, training, or work experience or attempted deception may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Additional Information

Flexible Staffing - Promotional Opportunities under the Flexible Staffing Program: Permanent incumbents in class 5203 Assistant Engineer are eligible to advance to positions in the Associate Engineer class after obtaining a Professional Engineer license, completing two years of satisfactory service with a performance evaluation of competent and effective, and with the approval of the Appointing Officer. Promotion to the Associate Engineer class is not automatic. Flexible Staffing lists will be established for class 5207 Associate Engineer when criteria are met: permanent civil service appointment as a 5203; completion of two years of satisfactory service as a 5203; registration as a licensed Professional Engineer; and department approval to flexibly promote an incumbent.

SELECTION PROCEDURES: After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ) with Training and Experience Evaluation. The MQSQ is designed to obtain information regarding experience related to the minimum qualifications and will be used to determine final scores and ranking. The entire process and any related timelines are described in the job announcement.

Eligible List/Score Report: A confidential eligible list of applicant names will be created and used for certification purposes. The list may be public after exhaustion or resolution of referrals. The duration of the list is 6 months and may be extended with approval. For department usage, see the city's Position Counts by Job Codes and Departments. Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights: Applicants must follow the provisions of the announcement. Information on appeals and Civil Service rules can be found on the Civil Service Commission site. Additional information regarding employment with the City and County of San Francisco, including Hiring Process, Conviction History, Employee Benefits, Equal Employment Opportunity, Disaster Service Worker, ADA Accommodation, Veterans Preference, and more, is available on the department portals (note: links removed).

How to Apply

All job applications must be submitted through the online portal. Please visit the city careers site to begin your application process. Computers are available in the public lobby to file online applications during business hours.