Senior Engineer

Salary : $78,705.56 - $120,000.00 Annually

Location : 534 W. Lake Mary Blvd. Sanford, FL

Job Type : Full Time Employment

Job Number : 2025-03458 / 22041

Department : UT Utilities Engineering

Opening Date : 02 / 19 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 19 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Description

Professional engineering, supervisory, and administrative work responsible for the day-to-day planning, review and management of projects and studies in the Utilities Engineering Division of Environmental Services.

• Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.
• Additional compensation based on licensure.

Essential Functions

Note : These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Interacts with consultants, public, County staff, and elected officials.

Develops, reviews, and implement the Environmental Services Capital Improvement Program.

Performs management services on the capital programs within the Utility Engineering Division and oversees the prioritization and resource allocation within each program.

Serves on numerous regional water / wastewater initiative committees to develop policies and long-range goals and programs.

Participates in selection and contracting of consultants, determines project costs for engineering projects, manages financial oversight of invoices and budget matters and approvals, tracks scheduled progress of design and construction activities, reports all aspects of project progress and issues to the Director of Environmental Services, and prepares solutions to issues for design and construction projects.

Plans, develops, schedules, coordinates, and manages water, wastewater and solid waste projects ensuring their completion on schedule and within budget. Administers professional services contracts, negotiates changes in scope of work and approves field changes for capital projects as necessary. Prepares recommendations for the Division's budget and Capital Improvement Program. Work requires a broad knowledge of utilities engineering and a working knowledge of principles and practices of related specialties.

Represents the Department / Division / County in internal meetings and public forums to resolve issues, conflicts questions and / or concerns. The working knowledge and industry expertise applied for duties derives from progressive experience.

Organizes plans, supervises, and reviews the work of utility inspectors, engineers and / or technicians. Forecasts resource loading, budgets and schedules, and assigns work to meet completion dates. Reviews and evaluates progress of staff and results obtained, controls expenditures from the approved budget for assigned staff and recommends changes to achieve overall objectives. Initiates and effectively recommends, for final approval by the Division Manager and Department Director, the hiring, termination, performance evaluation and disciplinary and / or commendatory actions for assigned staff.

Coordinates with other County Departments and with State and Federal agencies to provide engineering services or complete engineering projects as assigned. Serves as liaison for FDOT projects.

Supervises Engineering Staff in daily duties and generates performance evaluations for subordinates.

Additional Duties :

Performs other duties as assigned or as may be necessary.

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum, or equivalent, plus appropriate continuing education, and at least six (6) years of responsible supervisory engineering experience in administration and management of potable water, wastewater and reclaimed water projects.

A Professional Engineering License from the State of Florida, or the ability to obtain one within the first six (6) months of employment is required for this position.

A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Additional Requirements

Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering as applied to water, wastewater, and solid waste. Considerable knowledge of engineering design, construction methods, materials, standards and techniques related to utility projects.

Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, Water Management District and County laws, rules, regulations, codes, guidelines and permitting requirements.

Ability to evaluate information, make decisions and coordinate programs efficiently.

Ability to plan, organize, expedite and set work priorities for projects and assigned staff.

Ability to analyze and interpret scientific and engineering data. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with various groups and individuals. Ability to prepare clear and effective technical reports and correspondence. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with, and to deal tactfully with : diverse professionals, regulatory agencies, management, subordinates, other County staff and the general public.

Skilled in the use of microcomputers with computer aided design systems, geographic information systems, various programs for engineering analysis, database management, document preparation, and general information management.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Professional Engineering License, or the ability to obtain one within the first six months of employment.

All employees must attend Seminole County Required Trainings.

Department Specific trainings per position may be required.

County-paid benefits for employees

Competitive Wages : Our compensation system includes competitive hiring salaries.

Paid Time Off : New full-time employees accrue 20 days per year of Paid Time Off (16 days for 24-hour shift personnel). New part-time employees accrue 83 hours per year of Paid Time Off. Accrual rates increase with service time.

Paid Holidays : We observe 12 paid holidays which includes an employee birthday holiday and a floating Work / Life Day.

Bereavement Leave : Employees may receive up to one week paid leave per fiscal year for absence due to the death of an immediate family member.

Florida Retirement System : All employees in regularly established positions are automatically covered from the first day of employment. Seminole County makes contribution on behalf of the employee and the employee is also required to make a 3% contribution.

Employees Assistance Program : Our EAP provider can help employees and their families with issues such as personal / family matters, financial debt counseling, substance abuse, etc.

Training and Development Program : The Employee Learning Center provides training opportunities for employees which promote performance, enhance employees' work life experiences, and support the organization.

Employee Awards and Recognition : A program to reward outstanding performance and enhance service to the citizens of Seminole County.

Wellness Center : Includes exercise equipment, resource library, and educational programs.

Health Insurance : Health Insurance is effective the first of the month after completing 30 calendar days of employment. Seminole County offers a Point of Service (POS) plan. Dependent coverage is also available, the cost is split between the employee and employer. This benefit is not extended to part-time employees.

Life Insurance : Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employees, equal to one times annual salary. Not extended to part-time employees.

Long-Term Disability : Provides 60% of salary after 6 months of disability. Not extended to part-time employees.

Optional benefits (employee-paid) for full-time employees :

Deferred Compensation Plan (457) : Employees may choose to have pre-tax payroll deductions made for deposit into this savings plan up to an IRS-established maximum.

Dental Insurance : A choice of 3 plans is available for employees and dependents at employee expense.

Additional Life Insurance : At employee expense, additional life insurance up to five times annual salary; dependent coverage also available.

Short-Term Disability Insurance : 60% of salary for the first six months of disability at employee expense.

Cancer and Specified Disease : Pays a benefit directly to the employee if being treated for this disease.

Flexible Spending Account : Apre-tax account for childcare and un-reimbursed medical expenses.

Pre-Tax Payroll Deductions : Under Section 125 of the IRS Code, certain payroll deductions for insurance coverage may be taken out prior to income being taxed.

How many years of relevant experience in Utilities construction or design do you possess?

How many years of contract administration, or computer aided design, or engineering analysis do you possess?

Do you have any issued water or wastewater licenses or certifications? Please list all relevant licenses or certifications.

Do you possess an active State of Florida Professional Engineer License?

Do you have any plant operation experience?

Required Question

Salary : $78,706 - $120,000