Senior Engineer

Performs work in planning, preliminary engineering, design, and construction of several concurrent Public Works projects and systems, normally as a team leader.

• Plans, schedules, conducts, or coordinates detailed phases of the engineering work in a part of a major public works or utility project or in a total project of moderate scope.
• Supervises and gives technical advice, guidance, and direction to a project team concerning engineering feasibility, design, or construction of a project.
• Coordinates and participates in the preparation of technical reports.
• Reviews plans, design drawings, and specifications of consultant engineers for conformity with City Design Standards, policies, regulations, and ordinances.
• May conduct or participate in hearings, public meetings, and conferences which concern Public Works projects, policies, or regulations. Prepares and presents written or oral project status reports to supervisors and City management.
• Operates an automobile, drafting equipment, telephone, computer, reprographic equipment, and calculator.
• Performs related work as required.

HYDRAULIC AND HYDROLOGIC ANALYSIS (designated positions)

• Performs complex analysis for combined and separated sewer systems, and water systems.
• Develops and calibrates the analysis procedures for hydrologic/hydraulic investigation to determine sizing of conveyance pipes, tans, combined sewer overflow facilities.
• Develops and documents water and wastewater flow projections to assess future facility needs.

Open Entry Requirements:
(Open-entry applicants must meet all requirements at the time of application.)

• Education: Possession of a Professional Engineering certificate as a Civil Engineer. (Applicants from other states must possess P.E. certification as a Civil Engineer and obtain Washington certification within six months from time of employment.)
• Experience: Four years of Public Works type planning, design, or construction engineering experience; and two years of applicable supervisory experience.
• Substitution: A master's degree in Engineering may substitute for one year of experience.
• License: Possession of a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Note: 

• In order to receive credit for education or training, you must attach copies of your transcripts, diploma, or relevant certificates to your online application.
• Recruiting for Engineers other than Civil will be conducted as needed.
• Individual selected for position in the Solid Waste Management Department must obtain certification as a Manager of Landfill Operations within one year of appointment

For information on what to expect with the hiring process, a test information guide, and frequently asked questions, please visit our website.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit a City of Spokane employment application online by 4:00 p.m. on the filing cut-off date.

Upon request, at time of application, the City will provide alternative accessible tests to individuals with disabilities that impair manual, sensory, or speaking skills needed to take the test, unless the test is intended to measure those skills.

The examination will consist of a Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E), with scoring weight assigned as follows:

• T&E 100%

T&E EVALUATION DETAILS

• All applicants must submit both the City of Spokane online employment application and the separate T&E form in order to be considered.
• Download the T&E form at the following link: Senior Engineer T&E
• You may attach the T&E to your online profile at the time of application. Alternately, you may return the T&E form via e-mail or physical mail per the instructions on the form.
• You must return the T&E form before the end of the recruiting period (February 17, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.) in order to be considered.

T&E COMPLETION GUIDELINES

• Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details. Answers are subject to verification.
• Failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online.
• "See Resume" or "See above," etc., are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status. As a Fair Chance employer, City of Spokane does not conduct initial background screening for non-public safety positions.

Salary : $92,812 - $132,045