Engineering Specialist - Program Delivery

Salary : $62,940.80 - $98,612.80 Annually

Location : Cologne Public Works Headquarters, MN

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 03026

Division : Public Works

Department : Program Delivery

Opening Date : 11 / 06 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

JOB SUMMARY

The Engineering Specialist position prepares, under the direction of the engineer of record, plans, proposals and technical drawings of construction projects and conducts reviews of plans prepared by others, and performs related duties as assigned. The Engineering Specialist will perform or verify calculations and conduct, as directed by the Engineering Manager quality assurance reviews during the project delivery process.This position will perform construction documentation audits and prepare a report to the Construction Manager for all projects under contract with Carver County.

The Engineering Specialist will lead the survey crew under the direction of the Assistant County Surveyor during construction and topographic surveys and / or assists the project manager as the resident project representative on bituminous paving, grading and bridge projects and works with other engineering technicians on annual bridge inspections and may perform similar duties as staffing levels dictate. This position will provide assistance to Engineering Technicians and other staff conducting construction inspections on highway construction and maintenance projects.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works closely with Project Managers, Consultants, the Public and other Public Agencies.
• Performs various types of surveys, including but not limited to : preliminary, route, topographical, hydraulic and construction using the following or combination thereof : conventional survey equipment, a Total Station-Data Collector, and GPS equipment.
• Inspects construction projects for compliance with MnDOT and Carver County Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction.
• Maintains detailed records of the following : pertinent project activities, Contractor daily operations, quantities of material received or used, survey notes, material test results, elevations and / or locations of project installations.
• Interprets and reviews Plans and Specifications for the Project Manager and clarifies discrepancies or deviations from specified construction procedures when requested.
• Perform checks of contractor supplied record drawings and prepare or oversee the preparation of record plans for projects not requiring contractor supplied record plans.
• Provides field measurements of elevations and / or alignments for the Project and verifies accuracy of project installations.
• Performs laboratory testing on samples of materials used in construction to ensure compliance with Specifications.
• Monitors training needs for all program delivery personnel and provides or arranges for the appropriate training, including safety training and ensuring staff have the appropriate safety equipment.
• Prepares, under the direction of the engineer of record, plans, proposals and technical drawings of construction projects using CADD software (AutoCad / Microstation) to applicable design standards.
• Performs and manages the inspection of in-service bridges on the County and Township Road System and may be a designated MnDOT Bridge Team Leader for the Division.
• Works with computer related items such as the Internet, Brightwork, Microsoft Office programs, SIMS bridge management software, ESRI GIS software, Cartegraph asset management software. Other software as needed or instructed.
• Perform or verify calculations and conduct, as directed by the Engineering Program Manager, quality assurance reviews during the project delivery process.
• Perform construction documentation audits and prepare a report to the Engineering Program Manager for all projects under contract with Carver County.
• Assist Project Managers with construction related reports on projects.
• Develop Carver County standard plan sheets and plates.
• Provide assistance, training, advice and guidance to engineers, technicians and related staff in advanced and complex engineering principles, procedures and practices, accepted industry standards and best management practices.
• Work with the Public Works Division Director to build and maintain the Public Works team work environment to maintain and build effective working relationships with other public officials, staff and the general public. The employee is responsible for maintaining a safe environment for self and others and is accountable for such as described in the Carver County Personnel Policy. Regular attendance, at team meetings is essential to the maintenance of a smooth and consistent work flow of the employee's responsibilities and the functions of the department as a whole.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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SCORED EXAMINATION PROCESS

All applications will be screened for minimum qualifications, scored and ranked. The highest ranked candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be recommended for the scored oral examinations (interviews). Final selection for the position will include successful completion of oral interview(s), reference checks, background investigation, and pre-placement physical.

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What is the highest level of education that you have obtained?

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How many years of related and progressive work experience do you have?

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Please briefly describe your related and progressive work experience indicated above. If you selected none please reply with N / A.

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Do you currently hold, or be able to obtain within 24 months of employment, MnDOT, University of Minnesota, or NHI Certification in the following areas : Grading and Base Tester and Inspector, Bituminous Street Inspector, Concrete Field Tester and Inspector, ADA Construction, Signal & Lighting, Traffic Control Supervisor, Construction Site Management, Design of Construction Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, Bridge Construction Inspector and Bridge Safety Inspector Certification.

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Do you have a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or evidence of mobility?

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How many years of experience do you have in highway and bridge design?

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How many years of experience do you have in hydraulics / hydrology design?

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How many years of experience do you have in preparing construction plans and specifications?

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How many years of experience do you have in construction inspection / engineering experience?

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How many years of experience do you have in surveying / construction staking?

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How many years of experience do you have in MicroStation or AutoCAD with 3D Design Software?

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What is your proficiency level using Microsoft Office?

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What is your proficiency level with Microsoft projects?

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