Engineer in Training Position at the City of Spokane

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Hello!

I wanted to reach out and let the graduating class know about an entry level engineering position we are looking to fill at the City of Spokane. If anyone is interested they will find more information and may apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/spokanecity/jobs/3366937-0/engineer-in-training

Also, as a UW BSCE Alumnus I’d be more than happy to discuss a career in local government or why Spokane might be right for them with the outgoing seniors. My details are below.

Position : Engineer in Training

Salary 

$56,856.24 – $80,534.16 Annually

Location 

City of Spokane, WA

Job Type

Full-Time

Department

Engineering Services

Job Number

231-2022

Closing

5/2/2022 4:00 PM Pacific

CLASS SUMMARY

Applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to carry out a sequence of related engineering tasks. May work in Engineering Services, Development Services, Fire Department, or Public Works Division.

EXAMPLES OF JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Participates in the design, planning, and construction management, and may supervise and assign inspection and construction staking, of various public works projects including streets, bridges, tunnels, structures, and utility projects including water, sewage, refuse and related utilities facilities.
  • Drafts preliminary and final designs; prepares specifications.
  • Assists in the review and approval of plans and specifications of proposed buildings, structures and site development.
  • Performs engineering calculations and evaluates layout and design proposals to assure compliance with policies, standards, procedures and codes.
  • Assists in developing plan checking and inspection procedures. Assists the inspection staff with code interpretations and problem solving. Participates in inspections of proposed developments, existing buildings, capital projects and public infrastructure.
  • Assists in developing reports and recommendations, and interpretation of code requirements necessary for construction projects.
  • Assists in the evaluation of performance-based engineering proposals for fire and building code equivalences.
  • Assists in the evaluation of variances from design standards.
  • Makes complex computations and time and material estimates.
  • May be required to work in the field.
  • Operates an automobile, drafting equipment, computer, computer aided drafting software, telephone, reprographic equipment, and calculator.
  • Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Open Entry Requirements:
(Open-entry applicants must meet all requirements when they apply.)

  • Education:  Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Engineering; OR
  • Substitution:  Possession of a recognized Engineer in Training certificate based upon qualifying experience in Engineering.
  • Experience:No additional experience is required. Applicants must obtain a recognized Engineer in Training certificate based upon qualifying experience in Engineering within one year of appointment.
  • License:Possession of a valid driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility.