Job Specification
ENGINEER CODE SERVICE
DEFINITION:
Under the general supervision of a Project Engineer, Code Service or other
supervisory official in the Department of Community Affairs, is responsible
for the coordination and completion of engineering projects involving design
review or scientific expertise relative to carnival and amusement rides, ski lifts,
and associated mechanical equipment; 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 engineering reviews of amusement rides including review of design
calculations, risk analysis, operator and maintenance manuals, restraint analysis,
etc. for compliance with applicable NJ rules and ASTM standards.
Reviews plans for new amusement ride designs and/or modifications to existing
amusement rides; reviews installations of new rides.
Assists inspectors, sub-code officials, or other concerned parties in the resolution
of design-related deficiencies with amusement rides such as unexpected failures
and/or premature wear.
Reviews annual permits for amusement rides to ensure proper non-destructive
testing (NDT) has been performed, proper ride manuals are used, and ensure
compliance with any outstanding safety bulletins.
Responsible for issuing Permit Registrations, performing Engineering Reviews of
Type Certifications, Individual Approvals, Supplemental Modification Certifications,
and Amended Type Certification for amusement rides operating in the State.
For a new ride, or a ride having undergone a major modification, conducts and/or
participates in Acceptance Inspections, pursuant to NJAC 5:14A-2.11(e), to verify
conformance with the approved design.
Notifies owners and inspectors of any special inspection and test requirements
to be performed.
Maintains and distributes Service Bulletins.
Plans, organizes, prioritizes, and completes the work of a project(s), the
objective of which is to ensure the quality, safety, and durability of carnival
and amusement
rides.
Conducts necessary engineering analyses for the Department to meet its
regulatory responsibilities.
Responsible for the planning and implantation of all highly complex technical
engineering projects.
Provides technical input for public hearings and court testimony pertinent to
carnival and amusement ride safety.
Supplies technical input into preparation of permits involved with a particular
project(s) in conformance with pertinent laws, rules, and regulations.
Plans, schedules, and/or participates in formal meetings and conferences.
Evaluates the capability of construction material.
Conducts engineering state-of-the-art research and makes recommendations
concerning emerging technical problems.
Prepares technical reports designed to support agency positions in administrative
hearings and before the courts.
Reviews and provides technical input into any legal document impacting on the
relevance of specific projects.
Responsible for developing and/or ensuring adherence to policies and procedures;
establishes work processes to be utilized.
Represents the Department and other committees as an expert in mechanical
equipment techniques, methods, systems, and materials, and their relationship
to existing codes and code enforcement of amusement rides and devices.
May assist in the development and conduct of training programs for inspection
staff in the application of laws, codes, and regulations of the amusement ride
safety program.
Responsible for the administrative review of consultant contracts relative to
work of projects.
Prepares reports and studies; compiles data and performs computation and
analyses necessary for internal or public use regarding specific engineering
projects.
Prepares correspondence.
Establishes and maintains a computer database system relative to projects.
Develops cooperative working relationships with architects, engineers, educators,
ride owners, and code administrators interested in the technical and training
aspects of code enforcement.
Establishes and maintains technical records and files.
Prepares engineering and related reports containing findings, conclusions,
and recommendations.
Develops and reviews rules, regulations, policies, and procedures and
recommends changes required that are relative to carnival and amusement
ride projects.
Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or
manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or
related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree
in Engineering.
NOTE: A valid Professional Engineer's license issued by the State of New Jersey
Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors may be substituted for the
Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
EXPERIENCE:
Three (3) years of carnival and amusement ride engineering experience which
shall include one, or any combination, of the following types of experience:
(1) design, (2) engineering reviews, (3) manufacture and assembly, (4) field
testing, engineering evaluation, safety analysis OR (5) preparation or review
of mechanical or electrical plan specifications.
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 the essential duties of the position.
SPECIAL NOTE: Appointees may be required to obtain a Uniform Construction
Code (UCC) license, appropriate to the position, within a timeframe determined
by the Appointing Authority.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of engineering principles, procedures, and techniques.
Knowledge of applicable laws including the Carnival and Amusement Ride
Safety Act, Carnival and Amusement Ride Safety Program regulations
NJAC 5:14A, and Ski Lift regulations NJAC 5:12.
Knowledge of engineering test methods and associated procedures.
Knowledge of engineering design standards and accepted engineering
practices related to structural design, machine design, and/or amusement
ride design.
Knowledge of current or proposed international standards referenced in
NJAC 5:14A.
Knowledge of construction materials grading and testing standards.
Knowledge of safety, structural, and durability standards, standard-making
procedures, and standard test methods applicable to amusement rides and
devices.
Knowledge of the preparation of specifications for engineering projects.
Knowledge of scientific methods, programs, and functions related to inspections.
Knowledge of procedures and equipment used in the inspection of amusement
rides and devices from the standpoint of architectural, engineering, construction,
fire, and other safety requirements.
Ability to apply engineering principles and techniques in the review or
development of plans, designs, charts, maps, specifications, and estimates.
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex laws, regulations,
policies, standards, and procedures and apply them to specific situations.
Ability to organize assigned technical work, analyze problems, and develop
appropriate work methods.
Ability to establish, and/or provide guidance, regarding inspection procedures.
Ability to prepare engineering and related reports containing findings
conclusions, and recommendations.
Ability to verify the materials actually installed during assembly are of the same
strength and quality as assumed in the design calculations.
Ability to make/review required engineering calculations pertaining to structural,
mechanical, and electrical design of amusement rides and devices.
Ability to explain code requirements to architects, engineers, inspectors,
amusement ride owners, and others.
Ability to organize and carry out continuing training programs to improve the
technical efficiency of engineering and inspection staff.
Ability to organize and maintain an up-to-date reference library covering code
requirements, standards, products, methods, and material approvals by
authoritative agencies.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with
architects, engineers, and others interested in, or concerned with, work in
the areas of code enforcement.
Ability to prepare correspondence.
Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual
recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related
units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and 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
the 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 | | 15095 | | S | C | 4E | 25 | N/A | P26 | - |
This job specification is for state government use only.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.
5/8/2021 |
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