Engineer I

Professional engineering and project management experience involving the design and construction of capital improvement projects with a focus on traffic signal type projects such as but not limited to full signal design, signal operations and troubleshooting. NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK: All projects assigned to the Engineer in this position shall be primarily projects identified in the Signal Operations group of the Traffic Engineering Division. These projects/tasks include but are not limited to signal design, signal operations and troubleshooting, management of Traffic Monitoring Center and responding to public inquiry. Work involves responsibility for performing increasingly more difficult engineering duties associated with the planning, budgeting, location, design, construction, maintenance and operations of traffic signal projects.Work involves the application of thorough engineering knowledge and management skills to ensure assigned projects are completed in compliance with applicable design standards, and federal, state and County codes and guidelines.Work is performed within established policies and professional standards and is reviewed through conferences and reports for adherence to schedules, standards, and budgets applicable to the assignment by a higher level engineer or management official. Work requires considerable interaction with supervision, community representatives, public officials, the general public, regulating agencies, consultants and contractors. The complexity of work requires ensuring projects meet time schedules; budgeted appropriations; quality standards and customer satisfaction; and code and permit requirements. Work is performed under guidance from a higher level supervisor in making technical decisions and is performed in accordance with departmental policies and objectives and professional standards. Work is primarily sedentary, but at times requires physical effort and exposure to the outside in visiting signalized locations. Work is evaluated for its timeliness, thoroughness, quality, and effectiveness in managing consultants and contractors within the established budget and schedule.