Engineer I - Infrastructure Integrity

Metropolitan Utilities District is seeking an Engineer I for their Infrastructure Integrity division. The role involves designing construction plans, preparing specifications for gas and water distribution systems, and conducting engineering studies under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering studies and evaluations and prepare reports on various items concerning District distribution facilities, buildings, plants, equipment and operations
• Design construction plans and prepare specifications for the gas and/or water distribution systems
• Create and analyze gas and/or water distribution system models
• Assist in preparing specifications for purchase of materials and equipment
• Assist in reviewing, evaluating, and recommending acceptance and award of bids and contracts
• Provide engineering inspection for equipment installations, construction work, and creation of record documents
• Work with other engineers and technicians on engineering design projects
• Inspect existing facilities and equipment and recommend maintenance, repair and/or replacement
• Prepare project cost and budget estimates
• Assist in project scheduling
• Provide and maintain due diligence on all projects from inception through completion regarding sound fiscal responsibility for District funds while always acting in the best interest of customer rate payers
• Assist other engineers as needed or directed by the supervisor
• Drive to District job sites
• Train in the duties of, and advance toward progression to, Engineer II
• Fulfill responsibilities common to all Supervisory, Professional and Administrative positions as stated
• Perform a variety of other duties as assigned
• Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree of Science degree in Engineering, preferably Civil or Mechanical Engineering, from an ABET-accredited Engineering program
• Have and maintain a valid driver's license Upon Hire
• Employee(s) in this position are covered under the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol testing provisions. This includes post-offer, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, follow-up, and return to duty testing. Upon Hire
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings/prints
• Ability to effectively work on multiple projects in all stages of design simultaneously and work independently
• Demonstrate attention to detail
• Demonstrate good time management skills
• Proficiency with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices to include familiarity with, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and enterprise wide software (e.g., SAP)
• Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required
• Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external customers, co-workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather and terrain
• Previously passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
• Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) experience

Benefits

• Hybrid Flexible Work Arrangement

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