Job Specification
ASSISTANT ENGINEER (00518)
DEFINITION:
Under direction, in one or more branches of engineering, performs
routine field and office engineering work involved in the design,
maintenance, and construction of structures and/or systems; may
conduct field inspections of a variety of public work construction
projects; does other related duties as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative
purposes only. A particular position using this title may not
perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely,
all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Performs routine field and office engineering work involved in the
design, maintenance, and construction of highways, roads, streets,
bridges, culverts, storm drainage systems, sanitary sewer systems,
waste water treatment facilities, buildings, public grounds,
mechanical systems, heating systems, cooling systems, electrical
power delivery systems, electrical power generation systems,
traffic control systems, interior/exterior lighting and wiring systems,
water distribution/management or supply systems, environmental
remediation systems and processes, and/or some other branch of
engineering.
Performs routine calculations.
Prepares simple graphs, tables, and curves.
Records data of tests and visual observations.
Performs drafting and minor detail design.
May operate surveying instruments to stake out locations and plot
alignments and grades.
Reviews and compiles information from technical engineering
manuals and reports.
Prepares layouts and detailed drawings on routine projects from
specific instructions, notes, or sketches.
Visits construction sites to obtain information.
Assists in the design/development, repair and maintenance of water
management equipment and systems.
Assists with flood control projects and helps map out drainage
systems for dealing with water flow.
Reviews contractor’s drawings/sketches for adherence to contract
specifications; notifies supervisor of deviations.
May conduct field inspections of all outside public works and public
utilities construction such as curbs, roads, culverts, water lines,
sanitary sewer lines, sidewalks, storm drain lines, pole lines, electric
power lines, substations and generating stations.
Maintains essential records and files.
Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic
and/or manual recording information systems used by the agency,
office or related unit.
REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s
degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering.
NOTE: A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology
(BSET) in a field related to Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical
Engineering from an accredited college or university having a
curriculum approved by the Accreditation Board of Engineering
Technology (ABET) may substitute for the above education
requirement.
NOTE: Possession of a Professional Engineers (PE) License
or an Engineer-in-Training Certificate issued by the New Jersey
State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors may
be substituted for the college degree.
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of related experience in Civil, Electrical, Chemical or
Mechanical Engineering.
NOTE: A Master’s degree in Civil, Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical
Engineering, or a Master of Science in Engineering Technology
(MSET) in a field related to Civil, Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical
Engineering may be substituted for the required experience.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in
New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee
mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the principles of engineering.
Knowledge of mathematical, physical, and engineering sciences.
Knowledge of the engineering problems involved in the design,
maintenance, and construction of structures and/or systems.
Knowledge of public works inspection practices and procedures.
Knowledge of safety procedures involved in working with hazardous
chemicals.
Ability to apply engineering concepts, theories, and practices.
Ability to prepare graphs, tables and curves.
Ability to analyze and evaluate data to resolve engineering problems.
Ability to inspect materials, workmanship, and construction and
installation of various public works and/or public utilities to specific
cases may be required.
Ability to observe prescribed inspection procedures may be required.
Ability to determine the safety of products for consumers and the
environment.
Ability to utilize computer models and other processes to test the
efficacy of products.
Ability to maintain records and files.
Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and informative reports containing
findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or
manual recording information systems used by the agency, office
or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English
sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign
Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of
communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can
perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable
accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because
it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may
not be eligible.
This job specification is applicable to the following title code: | | Job
Spec
Code | Variant | State,
Local or
Common | Class of
Service | Work
Week | State
Class
Code | Local
Class
Code | Salary
Range | Note | | 00518 | | L | C | | N/A | 23 | | - |
This job specification is for local government use only.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.
11/20/2019 |
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