Development Engineer

Location: City Hall, Pullman, WA 99163 Department: Public Works Job Status: Full-Time Days: Mon.
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Hours Per Week: 40 Rate of Pay: $34.
55 - $41.
99 Position Type: Full-time Status: Open until filled Details: Please upload a cover letter and resume Job Description Are you looking to use your engineering and technical background to serve the Pullman community? Apply today to join the close knit and dynamic Engineering Division of Public Works as our Development Engineer.
This position plays a key role in the development and growth of Pullman by ensuring that community developments meet the City’s long-term infrastructure and strategic plans.
GENERAL PURPOSE: Perform plan review of private development and subdivision projects, including technical review to ensure compliance with codes, ordinances, plans, and specifications as it relates to the Public Works Department and public infrastructure.
Work also includes a variety of civil engineering duties as assigned such as: planning, programming, design, inspection and contract administration of public works construction projects.
Supervises the Construction Inspector position.
CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY: The Development Engineer reviews construction plans and design documentation for commercial, industrial, single or multi-family, and subdivision developments in the area of streets, sidewalks, water systems, stormwater and sanitary sewer systems and related work.
Provides direct supervision of the Construction Inspector position, while also performing site inspections as needed.
Duties also include implementing the City’s Construction Stormwater Runoff Control program which includes administration and plan review of stormwater permit applications and design work of commercial, residential, and public stormwater facilities and systems.
The work is performed under the supervision of the Deputy Public Works Director.
An employee in this class may also perform the duties of other employees in the Engineering Department as required or as assigned by supervisory personnel, such as performing professional civil engineering work including project designs, surveying, and inspection for City public works construction projects.
The Development Engineer may coordinate the work of other staff to meet project requirements.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Review subdivision construction plans and site plans for commercial, industrial, and residential development for compliance with all standards, codes, and ordinances.
Participates in development review meetings and represents the Engineering division in the site plan review and subdivision plan review process.
Reviews development applications for storm drainage and for conformance with City ordinances and policies, including technical review and analysis of stormwater drainage reports and details of stormwater detention and treatment facilities, both public and private, using hydrologic and hydraulic modeling design software.
Reviews and analyzes various technical engineering reports, design calculations, and traffic impact analyses.
Reviews development applications for conformance with the City’s Complete Street Ordinance.
Administration, plan review, and processing of permit applications that include land disturbing activities including but not limited to, site plan applications, subdivision applications, building permit applications and grading permit applications as it relates to the City’s Construction Stormwater regulations and applicable state and federal laws.
Approve or deny plans for issuance.
Identify plan deficiencies and notify applicants of requirements.
Work with applicants to resolve problems.
Provide technical assistance requiring interpretation, design modification, and variances to the public, construction representatives, and consulting engineers on Code questions relating to plan review and processes.
Supervise, direct, schedule, and evaluate the work of the Construction Inspector.
Monitor and assist with site inspections for development improvement projects as needed and coordinate with other City staff when additional inspections are needed.
Secure third-party construction materials testing and inspection services for quality assurance purposes Implements the City’s Construction Stormwater Runoff Control program including reviewing erosion and sediment control plans, stormwater pollution prevention plans, conducting field inspections of construction sites, evaluating effectiveness of erosion control best management practices (BMPs), documenting stormwater code violations, issuing notices of violation, and following up with warnings and notices to ensure code compliance.
Reviews easements for public use and public utilities, and reviews requests for release of public easements.
Prepares draft easement documents and resolutions for City Council approval.
Assists with dedications, street vacations, boundary line adjustments, short plats, and final plats including the accompanying documents necessary for City Council approval.
Assist with review and propose revisions to update City engineering and stormwater standards, drawings, and specifications.
Collect, compile, and maintain a variety of records, files and reports related to development projects through different project stages.
Uses computer-aided drafting and mapping software and a variety of computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases and other miscellaneous engineering software and general purpose programs.
Performs Engineering Department related work as assigned, primarily during periods where development related activity is at a low level, including but not limited to: Designs, plans and organizes the design of civil engineering projects, under the supervision of licensed engineers, of average difficulty and responsibility in the area of streets, sidewalks, water systems, sewer systems, stormwater systems, traffic engineering and related work; utilizes staff from within the City or outside consultants as necessary; develops preliminary and final engineering design plans and specifications, cost estimates, proposals and contracts, bidder evaluations and recommendations; and prepares correspondence for public works construction projects.
Performs contract administration including the inspection of work in progress and upon completion to assure contract compliance with timelines and City, State, and/or Federal specifications and regulations.
Schedules pre-construction meetings, traffic controls, inspection schedules, inspections, and material testing; manages Federal, State and local record keeping; reviews and recommends departmental actions for submittals of requests for design changes and change orders; maintains financial records and develops pay calculations and preparation of monthly pay estimates and project reports.
Manages contractors and consultants; serves as City liaison to contractors and the public and performs quality control/quality assurance activities to ensure that projects are constructed according to design and material specifications; maintains accurate daily records of construction activity and materials used, including photos of progress and details, and notifies contractor and supervisor of authorized project modifications or non-compliance.
Attends work on a regular and dependable basis.
Interacts in a professional and respectful manner with city staff and the public.
Develops and/or reviews a variety of engineering calculations for street, public utility, and other development/City projects.
Maintains and updates accurate maps and engineering files for development projects and any applicable City projects.
Assists with GIS mapping updates associated with development.
Works with other city divisions and departments to supply a range of products and services.
Interpret, apply and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to city staff and citizens.
Manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
Works with franchise utility companies.
Develops traffic control plans and reviews for approval traffic control plans submitted by others.
Serves as the City’s Certified Floodplain Manager by administering and interpreting the floodplain provisions as they relate to Public Works.
Reviews Floodplain Development Permits for compliance with city code and approves them.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs other tasks as assigned.
SELECTION FACTORS: (Applicants should describe their previous experience and training for each of the following selection factors.
These factors will be the basis for selecting the most qualified applicants to be interviewed.
Candidates selected for employment must satisfactorily demonstrate possession of these factors during a prescribed probationary period, and afterwards, for continued employment.
) Knowledge of: Public Works Standards, Drawings, and Specifications; Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; Site plan and subdivision requirements; Pullman City Code relating to stormwater management; Construction site erosion and sediment control and other stormwater pollution prevention best management practices (BMPs); Technical knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics and water quality fields; Modern principles, techniques and theories of stormwater management and control; Stormwater Management Manual for Eastern Washington; Eastern Washington Low Impact Development Guidance Manual; Geotechnical reports and their applicability to design and construction; The terminology, methods, and practices of engineering, CAD drafting, preliminary and final design, and surveying, and skill in their application to municipal public works projects; The materials, methods, and practices used in public works construction inspection and materials testing, and skill in their application to municipal public works projects.
Contract development and management; Traffic control and other safety standards, including personal safety, for public works construction projects.
Ability to: Read and understand site plans, construction plans, as-built drawings and other engineering plans and specifications; Review engineering construction plans and specifications of streets, sewers, water system, storm drainage, building and other public improvements; Review stormwater drainage reports and other technical engineering reports and memoranda; Interpret various references of engineering design criteria and City regulations; Plan, direct, schedule, coordinate, and evaluate the work of subordinates; Plan, organize, design and manage public works construction projects; Determine compliance with engineering plans and specifications on a variety of construction projects, and to contact contractors and construction supervisors effectively in securing compliance with specifications; Combine sound engineering judgment and common sense to solve a variety of design and construction problems; Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Perform field inspections; Plan, organize and schedule work; Work independently with little direction, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines; Use computer programs such as computer-aided drafting, mapping, and modeling software and a variety of computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, electronic permitting software, and other miscellaneous engineering and general purpose programs; Deal courteously and tactfully with contractors, developers, and the public; Physically perform the essential functions of the job; Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, walk safely on and through rough terrain, and work in vehicular traffic areas; Obtain and maintain traffic flagger's certification, Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) certification, National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification, and basic first aid certification; Obtain and maintain a valid driver's license and a safe driving record; Interpret, apply, and explain applicable laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with division and department heads, developers, contractors and the public; Provide quality services in a high-productivity, cost-effective manner and to recommend improved methods of performing the work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Persons applying for a position of this class should have any combination of the following experience and training.
) Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management or other related field, and Engineer-in-Training certification.
Three years of work experience in public works related engineering is preferred.
License as a professional civil engineer desired.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Networked personal computer and ancillary equipment, including plotter, standard word processing and spreadsheet programs, AutoCAD drafting software; hydrologic & hydraulic modeling software; surveying equipment; electronic permitting software; office equipment; digital camera; cellular phone; portable radio; engineering calculator; and motor vehicle.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
) Work is performed mostly in office settings.
Outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments and construction sites.
The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme temperature conditions, fumes or airborne particles, raw sewage, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Sufficient powers of observation are required to inspect construction projects.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderate-to-loud in the field.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Adopted: 07/2021 Revised: 05/2022 Application Special Instructions Cover Letter & Resume Required (please upload) City Paid Benefits Include: Insurance plans as low as $0 for spouse & all dependents - Plans with deductibles as low as $200; high deductible plan includes employer sponsored contribution to Health savings account).
Vision & Dental Insurance with no cost sharing for employee & all dependents $15,000 Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance Short Term Disability Insurance PERS Retirement Employee Assistance Program Elective Benefits Include: Deferred Compensation Additional Life & Spouse Life Insurance Discounts on Parks & Rec Membership Discounts on Life Flight Membership Long-term care insurance