Engineering Intern (tier 1) - Water Resources

Engineer Intern

Performs engineering work under the direction of a licensed Professional Engineer, investigating, evaluating, planning, computer modeling, designing, constructing, managing, or inspecting public infrastructure projects.

Salary: $56,451 - $98,841

Hillsborough County Public Utilities is seeking an Engineer Intern to assist in the planning, development, design, and analytical support of potable water, wastewater, and reclaimed water projects. The ideal candidate must have obtained Engineer Intern Certification at the time of interview. The candidate should have some experiences through education and/or previous job duties in evaluating hydraulic systems including pump stations and pressurized mains; evaluating treatment facility processes; analyzing large datasets and databases; and using ArcGIS software.

Core Competencies:

• Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service.
• Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional, and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.
• Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations.
• Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.

Tier 1 (Trainee):

This is an Engineer Trainee level position. The work is of a training nature, developing fundamental work skills through assignments covering all primary engineering functions in the department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Shadowing senior staff members, asking questions, and assisting wherever possible.
• Understanding project requirements and completing all duties assigned by the Supervisor.
• Raising concerns and requesting clarifications where appropriate to further the learning experience of engineering practices and the engineering profession.
• Performs entry-level technical engineering work in a project management role within an engineering work group and/or performs technical review or design work of similar responsibility.
• Becomes familiar with engineering knowledge and skills in a specific area of planning, design, or construction management; applies standard techniques and procedures as directed in performing a task or sequence of tasks for public infrastructure projects.
• Under the direction of a supervisor or manager, reviews the work of engineering consultants engaged in planning survey, design, review, construction, operations, maintenance, and administration of engineering projects, programs, or systems.
• Under the direction of a supervisor or manager, performs design tasks using current principles and practices of engineering; prepares project documents; performs construction observation; completes cost analyses, site plan reviews, feasibility studies, planning activities; and coordinates with others.
• Assists with preparation of schedules and budgets for projects.
• Assists with the preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for road, bridge, potable water, sanitary sewage, and drainage construction.
• Reviews surveys required for the design or construction of projects under the direction of a supervisor or manager.
• Analyzing data and writing reports according to specifications
• Compiling reports and data for other staff members and stakeholders

Job Specifications:

• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Superb time management and professionalism.
• A growth mindset and willingness to accept criticism and a commitment to lifelong learning.
• Highly observant, willing to assist wherever possible, and eager to readily engage with Engineers outside of their area of specialization.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure.
• Skill in the use of a computer and related software.
• Ability to learn and utilize computer applications for engineering modeling, design, drafting, and mapping.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently required to sit for long periods of time.
• May require standing for long periods of time.
• Requires close vision.

Work Category:

Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

A 4-year Bachelor of Science degree from an EAC/ABET accredited engineering program, or ETAC/ABET accredited engineering technology program, or Florida Board of Professional Engineers Board approved equivalent education, in the relevant field of Engineering.

NOTE:

1. Those hired into Tier 1 of the Engineer Intern classification must pass their FE Exam and obtain their Engineer Intern Certification within 12 months of hire, failing which the employee may be terminated for cause. Upon obtaining the Engineer Intern certificate, the employee will be promoted to Tier 2.
2. Employees in the Intern classification (Tier 2 and Tier 3) will have eight years from the date of their Engineer Intern Certification to obtain their Professional Engineer license. Failure to obtain the Professional Engineer license within this time frame shall result in reclassification of their position to an Engineering Associate (Tier 3 or Tier 4, respectively).
3. Employees in this classification (Tier 2) that acquire the competencies and minimum qualifications for the next tier (Tier 3) will be able to apply for promotional opportunities through a competitive selection process. Employees will not automatically be upgraded to the next tier. Reclassifying a position is based on business need and financial impact and is not based solely on the job competencies or qualifications of the incumbent.

Emergency Management Responsibilities:

In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee's department, the County's Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster.