ENGINEERING SUPERVISOR 2

3B82

PAY RANGE: N25

(CIVIL)

(ELECTRICAL)

(MECHANICAL)

(WATER RESOURCES)

GENERAL DEFINITION

This is supervisory work directing through subordinate engineering supervisors the activities of engineers engaged in engineering projects in the area of specialization. Coordinating the activities of engineers to assure the completion of all phases of engineering projects within assigned time limits is a significant aspect of the work. The Water Resources Specialty supervises interdisciplinary teams consisting of engineers and other technical staff.

Assignments require analytical thinking and are performed in accordance with functional precedents, practices and policies. Employees in this class may also have controlling responsibility for coordinating the activities of a squad of engineers leading to the completion of all phases of assigned projects.

Work is performed under the general direction of an engineering or administrative superior.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)

All Specialties

Directs, through subordinate engineering supervisors, the activities of engineers engaged in the investigation, preliminary planning review, design and preparation of specifications, cost and material estimates, technical reports and contract documents for the major phases of large scale construction, alteration or large scale engineering projects; delegates to subordinates design features, detailing, drafting and estimating; reviews and evaluates designs, drawings and specifications to determine compliance with engineering practices and departmental regulations and standards; approves revisions; reviews completed designs; makes changes and forwards approved designs to engineering superiors; describes methods for, and participates in the preparation and compilation of a variety of charts, graphs, reports and technical correspondence necessary for the completion of assigned projects; makes computations required for the solution of complex design problems.

Directs preparation of drawings, plans and designs for the more complex engineering projects; writes the more difficult specifications; makes estimates of payment to contractors; reviews contractors shop drawings for correctness and conformity with plans, specification and designs; makes field inspections required for the completion of design projects.

Reviews designs and specifications prepared by consulting engineers for accuracy, completeness and engineering feasibility; advises consultants of required changes.

Performs related work as required.

Performs duties described above for the following type of engineering projects.

Civil Specialty

Bridges Assignment

Bridges, retaining walls, culverts and related structures including structural components such as superstructures, substructure, bracing members, bearing shoes and utility supports.

General Projects Assignment

Water and sewage facilities, and special studies, recreation, airport and park facilities and structures.

Highways Assignment

Road and highway sections, right of way (ROW), and related features.

Hydraulic Operations Assignment

Water distribution lines, stormwater, sanitary and intercepting sewers and appurtenances.

Structural Assignment

The structural inspection of existing structures and the review and coordination of structural, architectural, mechanical and electrical details.

Electrical Specialty

Traffic control devices and traffic analysis studies; the electrical phases of power, heating and lighting systems, subway signal and interlocking systems, pumping stations and other electrical phases of public works projects.

Mechanical Specialty

Plumbing, heating and ventilating systems, incinerators, pumping equipment, water gates, valves and other appurtenances for water works facilities and other phases of public works projects.

Water Resources Specialty

Supervises through subordinate multidisciplinary supervisors engineering projects relating to stormwater management including green stormwater infrastructure, watershed management, source water protection, water quality assessment, water resources modeling, planning and research, drinking water management, wastewater, process control, laboratory functions, laboratory programs and projects, water regulatory compliance, and climate change adaptation and mitigation programs and projects.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• engineering theory, principles and practices as applied to the area of specialization

• modern engineering methods and techniques in the area of specialization

• engineering mathematics and mathematical tables used in the area of specialization

• supervisory methods and techniques

· engineering computer systems used in the area of specialization

· current federal and state rules, regulations and standards applicable to an area of specialization

· research methods and techniques utilized in the area of specialization.

SKILL IN:

· directing multiple squads of engineers to fulfill engineering project goals and deadlines for the Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Specialties

· directing multidisciplinary teams to fulfill water resources project goals and deadlines for the Water Resources Specialty

· analyzing and evaluating engineering design or construction proposals for technical and economic feasibility

ABILITY TO:

• supervise the design, layout and preparation of complete engineering plans and specifications in the area of specialization

• initiate and assume the responsibility for field or office engineering studies and to put programs into effect

• perform engineering design work involving the analysis, selection, modification and adaptation of engineering precedents, methods and techniques from the standpoint of economy and engineering feasibility

• resolve engineering design and interpretation problems in area of specialization

• review plans, designs, specifications and estimates

• prepare clear, concise and technically sound engineering reports

• interpret and apply regulatory codes applicable to the area of specialization

• establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, consultants, engineers, regulatory agencies, and others

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE (The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Applications submitted by candidates for this class will be reviewed based on training and experience requirements as approved on 1/21.)

CIVIL, ELECTRICAL, & MECHANICAL SPECIALTIES

EDUCATION:

Completion of a bachelor's degree program at an accredited college or university with major course work in the area of specialization.

AND

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Four years of professional engineering experience in the area of specialization

AND

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

One year of experience in one of the following areas:

· Engineering work as an Engineering Supervisor 1 supervising a small group of engineers and engineering assistants in the area of specialization

· Construction engineering work as a Construction Engineer 1 supervising, through technical subordinates, the inspection of public works construction projects to assure good workmanship and contractors' adherence to plans, specifications and contract requirements in the area of specialization

· Engineering work as a Staff Engineer 1 reviewing and recommending the revision of designs, plans, specifications, and other contract documents for engineering feasibility and adherence to standards and practices in the area of specialization

· Engineering work as a Traffic District Engineer reviewing construction plans and specifications and supervising subordinate engineering or technical support staff in analyzing and maintaining traffic patterns and operations for the Civil Specialty Only

WATER RESOURCES SPECIALTY

EDUCATION:

Completion of a bachelor's degree program at an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil or environmental engineering.

AND

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Four years of professional engineering experience in in water resources such as stormwater management, watershed management, source water protection, wastewater, process control, laboratory functions, water quality management, and climate change adaptation and migration programs or related area.

AND

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

One year of experience in one of the following areas:

· Engineering work at the first supervisory level supervising a small group of engineers and engineering assistants or technical staff in the area of specialization

Any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources, which has included completion of a bachelor's degree program in an acceptable area of engineering as an educational minimum.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES

Eligibility for registration as professional engineer as issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers at the time of application and possession of such registration within six months of appointment as an Engineering Supervisor 2 if required by work assignment.

Possession of a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater Systems Operators Operator-in-Training status, or the possession of a Class A and/or Class E license for Water and Wastewater Systems Operators, within one year of appointment and during tenure of employment, if required by work assignment.

Class Established 5/69

Spec. Revision 10/69

Spec. Revision: CSC –10/20; Ad. Board – 11/20

Latest Spec. Revision:

CSC –12/20; Ad. Board – 1/21