GTS112

SUMMARY

Under the general direction of engineering and other technical staff, applies learned skills and technical ability to prepare detailed construction drawings, topographical profiles, and related maps and specifications used in planning and construction of civil or other engineering projects such as highways, river improvements, flood control, and drainage and buildings by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes, but is not limited to the following:

1. Reviews rough sketches, drawings, specifications and other engineering data received from engineering staff.  Interprets engineering data in order to effectively and efficiently complete assigned tasks.
2. Completed detailed drawings from sketches, plans, specifications and written/verbal instructions using computer-aided drafting programs.
3. Plots maps and charts showing profiles and cross-sections, indicating relation of topographical contours and elevations to buildings, retaining walls, tunnels, overhead power lines and other structures.
4. Develops detailed drawings of structures and installations such as buildings, roads, culverts, fresh water supply, sewage disposal systems and dikes.
5. On occasion, accompanies survey crew in field to locate grading markers or to collect data required for revision of construction drawings.
6. Works cooperatively with other CADD technicians and/or engineers to complete assigned work.
7. Proactively seeks input and clarification from other employees assigned to given project in order to minimize time spent in performing the essential duties of the position.
8. Checks assigned work to ensure accuracy and quality.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

No professional experience required; ability to understand and follow instructions. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.   Ability to communicate with other internal customers to clarify expected outcomes.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

There are no special certifications or licensing requirements for this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Must be capable of carrying up to 30 pounds of equipment over all types of terrain and in all types of weather conditions.  Must be able to transverse on all types of project sites including industrial, commercial and undeveloped ground.

Must be willing to travel on short – or long-term assignments at other office and client locations to complete assigned work.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in an office environment.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.

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GTS113

Project Engineer I

1.       Designs portions of a project using relevant office software, modeling and CADD technology.

2.       Completes calculations using engineering formulas and skills and/or utilizes computers in order to solve problems.

3.       Prepares specification materials through the use of research and manufacturing catalogs to specify materials, installation, inspection and payment of items specific to a project.

4.       Works with CADD Technicians and Designers in order to complete design details and plan sets.

5.       Performs research and writes objective summary reports which are used in the completion of project work or inspection.

6.       Assists in the preparation of engineering and construction cost estimates.

7.       Completes field observation, inspection and data collection duties as directed by senior engineering staff.

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GTS114

Project Engineer II

1.       Designs portions of a project using relevant office software, modeling and CADD technology.

2.       Completes calculations using engineering formulas and skills and/or utilizes computers in order to solve problems.

3.       Prepares specification materials through the use of research and manufacturing catalogs to specify materials, installation, inspection and payment of items specific to a project.

4.       Leads the work of CADD Technicians in order to complete design details and plan sets.

5.       Performs research and writes objective summary reports which are used in the completion of project work or inspection.

6.       Assists in the preparation of engineering and construction cost estimates.

7.       Completes field observation, inspection and data collection duties as directed by senior engineering staff.

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GTS115

Project Engineer III

1.     As an individual contributor, uses professional judgment to direct and independently complete assigned engineering designs. 

2.     Actively assists the Project Manager and assigns tasks and schedules to Project Engineers and project team members, answers questions, and monitors progress.

3.     Checks the accuracy (formal and informal QA/QC) of assigned tasks completed by other engineering and technical staff.

4.     Makes major design decisions that meet the needs of external customers while coordinating the impact of such decisions on related project efforts.

5.     Pro-actively identifies technical, schedule or financial issues and seeks resolution from the Project Manager and/or the client, as appropriate to the situation. 

6.     Assists the Client in bidding or contractor selection if authorized by the Project Manager.

7.     Monitors construction and supervises field personnel assigned to a task, data collection or a specific project.

8.     Recommends and prepares change orders for Project Managers review.

9.     Participates in the creation of engineering services proposals, including the calculation/estimation of time schedules and costs of the proposed work. 

10. Independently communicates on technical matters with the client.  

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GTS116

Sr. Project Engineer

1.       As an individual contributor, uses professional judgment to direct and independently complete assigned engineering designs. 

2.       Actively assists the Project Manager or acts as Project Manager and assigns tasks and schedules to Project Engineers and project team members, answers questions and monitors progress.

3.       Checks the accuracy (formal and informal QA/QC) of assigned tasks completed by other engineering and technical staff.

4.       Makes major design decisions that meet the needs of external customers while coordinating the impact of such decisions on related project efforts.

5.       Pro-actively identifies technical, schedule or financial issues and seeks resolution from the Project Manager and/or the client as appropriate to the situation. 

6.       Assists the client in bidding or contractor selection if authorized by the Project Manager.

7.       Monitors construction and supervises field personnel assigned to a task, data collection or a specific project.

8.       Responds to contractor questions and issues and prepares and issues project addenda as needed.

9.       Recommends and prepares change orders.

10.    Participates in the creation of engineering services proposals, including the calculation/estimation of time schedules and costs of the proposed work. 

11.    Signs and seals engineering documents as an authorized representative of the company.

12.    Independently communicates on technical matters with the client.

13.    Acts as technical expert on assigned projects when operating as an individual contributor, and acts as Project Manager on smaller scope or specialty projects as assigned.  

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GTS117

Designer

1.          Completes detailed drawings from sketches, plans, specifications and written/verbal instructions using computer-aided drafting programs.

2.          Plots maps and charts showing profiles and cross-sections, indicating relation of topographical contours and elevations to building, retaining walls, tunnels, overhead power lines and other structures.

3.          Develops detailed drawings of structures and installations such as buildings, roads, culverts, fresh water supply and sewage disposal systems, etc.

4.          Computes volume of tonnage of excavations and fills and prepares graphs and diagrams used in earthmoving operations or similar type calculations.

5.          Participates as needed, in design meetings with engineering and client staff to fully understand expected project outcomes.

6.          Works cooperatively with other Designers and/or engineers to complete assigned work.

7.          Proactively seeks input and clarification from other employees assigned to given project in order to minimize time spent in performing the essential duties of the position.

8.          Provides technical assistance and training to CADD technicians and junior level engineers.

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