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Engineer-In-Training (Vacancy)

Salary

$33.03 - $49.54 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-1029-V2

Department

60 Department of Public Utilities

Division

Division of Sewerage and Drainage

Opening Date

08/29/2025

Closing Date

9/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Definition

Columbus Water & Power, Division of Water Reclamation-Sewer System Engineering Section is hiring an Engineer in Training.

Examples of Job Duties May Include:

+ Preparation and review of engineering plans and designs for sanitary and storm sewer systems.

+ Preparation and review of reports and studies to identify and recommend engineering solutions.

+ Preparation of proposals and specifications for new design and construction projects.

+ Review of construction documents for compliance with applicable design and regulatory standards.

+ Conducting site inspections of various types of work.

+ Preparation of technical reports and supporting data/documentation.

+ Consultation or meetings with consultants and contractors for design and construction reviews.

+ Interpretation of contract specifications.

+ Management of the designs and construction of small storm & sanitary systems.

+ Utilization of database management and analytic tools such as Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to manage data and to review and generate maps and AutoCAD to update Department standard drawings and specification.

Preferred Experience and Training:

+ A valid State of Ohio Fundamentals of Engineering (FR) license.

+ Experience in engineering related to storm water and wastewater collection systems.

Under general supervision of a Professional Engineer, is responsible for performing practical engineering work; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Prepares and reviews engineering plans and designs for structures, facilities, or systems;

Prepares and reviews reports and studies to identify and recommend engineering solutions;

Prepares proposals and specifications for new construction and facilities repair projects;

Reviews construction documents as a plans examiner trainee for compliance with building and other codes;

Tabulates and evaluates bids on small projects; determines adequacy of various materials used in the projects;

Learns to prepare estimates of costs and quantities of supplies and equipment necessary for construction; learns to test and examine equipment;

Makes site inspections of work; tests and evaluates equipment and materials currently in use;

Prepares technical reports and support data;

Consults with contractors; interprets contract specifications;

Designs small systems and work order plans;

Utilizes database management and analytic tools such as Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to manage data and to review and generate maps;

May observe construction and provide recommendations concerning construction activities;

May attend review meetings with in-house and outsourced providers;

May supervise subordinate staff engaged in performing paraprofessional engineering work;

May assign work to drafting personnel for completed working drawings of proposed project.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering.

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Specialization in the discipline for which appointment is being made may be required for some positions and will be incorporated in the job postings, as appropriate.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 25-1029-V2

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Alisha Ardolino

Department of Public Utilities

Division of Sewerage and Drainage

910 Dublin Rd.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645-3751

E:[email protected]

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Short-term Disability

+ Life Insurance

+ Wellness Program

+ Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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Employer

City of Columbus

Address

77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone

(614) 645-8301

Website

https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission

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