Engineer III (vacancy)

Engineer III Position

This Engineer III position will manage the Division of Power (DOP) Engineering Distribution group responsible for electrical substations, distribution, and transmission. The position will oversee lower level engineers and paraprofessional staff. This group will manage capital improvement projects for power distribution, perform calculations and testing to resolve issues on the existing power grid, review plans impacting DOP facilities, assist in designing for customer service requests, monitor the existing grid utilizing SCADA, and assist in developing the program for long term maintenance and improvement of the DOP power grid.

Preferred Qualifications: Electrical engineering degree or experience in power substation and/or distribution design.

Under direction, is responsible for performing difficult to complex professional engineering work and/or supervising professional and technical engineering staff; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work:

• Directs the activities of an engineering unit involved in the planning, design, construction, maintenance, or operation of Capital Improvement Projects and/or private developments;
• Supervises engineering staff involved in major construction and/or maintenance projects or consultant studies; organizes and assigns work of a project nature; develops the procedures to be used; evaluates project progress and the work of subordinate personnel and, at times, outside consulting firms;
• Manages the design of difficult to complex structures, facilities, systems, and equipment; directs the preparation of plans, specifications, bids, and cost estimates; prepares, reviews, and/or oversees contracts;
• Reviews and inspects construction, maintenance, installation, and consultant work to ensure feasibility and adherence to departmental standards, policies, and specifications; amends current plans and specifications to suit existing conditions as needed;
• Operates a computer and mapping software to draw and review maps and plans; represents the division by speaking about engineering projects and solutions in meetings with a variety of audiences such as for special project and area civic associations as well as with state, county, and municipal organizations, consulting engineering groups, and contractors; responds to requests or complaints from the public by way of telephone or in writing; assists with the preparation of the budget for projects or for the division; stays abreast of current engineering principles.

Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a valid State of Ohio certificate as a registered Professional Engineer and three (3) years of professional engineering experience which includes one (1) year of supervisory experience over Professional Engineers or engineering projects. Specialization in the discipline for which appointment is being made may be required for some positions and will be incorporated in the job postings, as appropriate. Possession of a valid driver's license.

Special Note: Professional experience is defined as responsible and significant engineering work performed after registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.).

Test/Job Contact Information:

Recruitment #: 25-1048-V2

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Alisha Ardolino

Department of Public Utilities Division of Water

910 Dublin Rd.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645-3751

E:aaardolino@columbus.gov

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Life Insurance, Wellness Program, Tuition Reimbursement. Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.