Engineer , Grade 19

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The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $64,942 - $83,827
based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is a nationally recognized and award-winning agency with the mission to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County's air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures.

DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a dynamic and experienced Engineer I to provide project management support to the Senior Engineers in the Planning, Design, Construction and Monitoring Section. The Engineer I will have a significant amount of coordination with contractors to assist Senior Engineers with projects.

The ideal candidate will have considerable knowledge of applying established engineering principles and procedures to complete assigned engineering projects, including environmental testing, and contractor oversight, in addition to conducting field investigations, surveys, and/or observe and inspect construction activities. The successful candidate will have the following experience, knowledge, and skills:

• Knowledge of and the ability to apply modern principles and practices of engineering.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, statutes, and regulations related to solid waste or environmental engineering field.
• Knowledge of computer engineering applications and models such as AutoCAD, Project Dox and other project management tracking databases.
• Ability to work with coworkers and County employees to interpret requirements and discuss problems to obtain agreement.
• Ability to prepare written reports and correspondences.
• Ability to conduct field investigations and inspections.
• Ability to attend meetings or perform other assignments at locations outside the office.

The Engineer I will assist and provide support for the management of all landfill operations and solid waste construction projects. Key duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare engineering designs for smaller structures or for segments of larger structures.
• Review plans submitted by developers and other public and/or private organizations to determine if the plans and projects meet required laws, regulations and ordinances.
• Review plans submitted by Architectural and Engineering (A&E) firms to determine if they meet design requirements, and for cost and compatibility with County standards and guides.
• Perform field investigations, including land surveys, to collect and analyze data regarding engineering proposals, and conduct analyses, research and other studies to determine feasibility and costs of such proposals.
• Monitor work of contractors engaged in constructing engineering projects; visits sites to observe work and to inspect (or have inspected) materials used in construction; confers with contractors regarding schedules, safety measures, site problems, and delays. Review requests for changes and other paperwork.
• Prepare project reports and maintain project records and files.
• Assist with preparing formal bid documents for engineering projects; compiles and assembles bid information including plans and drawings, specifications, and contract provisions information including plans and drawings, specifications, and contract provisions.
• Review contractor invoices for payment and processing.
• Conduct environmental studies of proposed development/construction to determine effects of such development on ground water resources and other aspects of the environment.
• Advise the public and others regarding engineering policies and requirements for construction and assist on matters of regulatory…