Senior Engineering Designer

Department

170 - Engineering

Location

Public Works - Engineering

Position Type

FT Employee

Salary

Date

2025.10.11

Description

Position :

Senior Engineering Designer (Full-Time; Non-Exempt)

Department :

Public Works - Engineering

Job Summary :

Using acceptable engineering knowledge and concepts, develop computer-generated drawings, maps and other documents related to existing city infrastructure and in-house designs for new infrastructure and informational documents for the general public, other city departments and government agencies. Provide input for developing contract documents and specifications for construction of new infrastructure. Develop sketches, drawings and procedures for work to be done by City field crews under the work order program. Perform construction inspections on small in-house projects and / or commercial development as required. Work under the supervision of the Assistant City Engineer and the general supervision of the City Engineer and Public Works Department Director and does not have supervisory responsibilities.

This position is designated as Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

Salary :

$62,088 - $77,610 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience

Schedule :

Monday-Thursday, 7 : 30 am - 5 : 30 pm, Friday 7 : 30 am-11 : 30 am (40 hours / week)

Benefits :

Regular full-time employees are eligible for excellent benefits, including :

Affordable health Insurance

Pension and supplemental retirement plans

Wellness Initiatives, including $0 copay behavioral health services

SmartDollar financial wellness tool

On-site fitness center

For a detailed summary of benefits go to : OwassoBenefits.com.

Essential Functions :

Operate Computer Aided Design (CAD) Software for Civil Design

Perform Survey and Field Investigations / Reconnaissance

Interact with Internal (other Departments) and External Clients (Citizens)

Minimum Qualifications, Education and Experience :

Associates degree in a technical discipline specializing in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D is required

A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the design / drafting of civil engineering related projects is required.

Preferred experience includes design and / or construction of water distribution, wastewater collection, streets / roadways, stormwater systems, GIS Experience using ESRI software and OFMA training.

Valid Oklahoma Drivers' License with acceptable driving record

• Resume required with application

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (to be obtained by completion of probationary period)

Knowledge of :

Surveying, civil engineering, drafting terminology, methods, practices and techniques

Microcomputers, including word processing, spreadsheet and data base software packages

Computer aided drafting. Evidence of CAD proficiency in the latest version of AutoCAD Civil 3D will be required

Pavement management software operation and maintenance

Engineering maps, records and record-keeping systems

Methods and materials used in construction of public work facilities.

Narrative and statistical reports preparation, including methods and formatting

Proficiency in high school algebra, geometry and trigonometry. College classes in these subjects preferable

Ability to :

Update Water, Sewer, Drainage atlases, maintain pavement management software, and relay information to the City's GIS Analyst.

Working Environment and Physical Requirements :

Most work will be performed in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. There may be occasional outdoor work (10%). May interact with staff and / or public and private representatives, some of whom may disagree, in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Tasks may typically require sitting or standing in, or walking between work areas. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Additionally, this position may occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects occasionally weighing up to 50 pounds.

Application Deadline :

Position Open Until Filled

Background Check and Pre-Employment Drug Screening Required

Apply at Owassohires.com.

Exempt : No

Type : FT Employee

Department : 170 - Engineering

Location : 31