Engineer II- Department of Public Works

Salary Range:  

$81,097 - $129,584 / Annually 

Hiring Salary Range:  

$81,097 – $105,341 /Annually 

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Job Summary:  

An Engineer II assigns and reviews the work of engineers or performs engineering work of an innovative, complex nature. Work of this class may involve leading engineers and supervising sub-professional engineering and other personnel.

Incumbents receive general supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office where there are no uncomfortable working conditions. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications:                                     

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:  

Education: Have a Bachelor's of Science degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.

AND 

Experience: Have three years of experience in performing engineering work.

OR 

Equivalency Notes: Have a Master’s degree in engineering may be substituted for the Bachelor’s of Science degree in engineering OR for two years of the experience requirement.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Some positions in this class require an Engineer-In-Training certificate from the State of Maryland.

Some positions in this class require an Engineering Technologist certification from the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET).

Some positions in this class require current licensure as a Professional Engineer issued by the Maryland State Board of Professional Engineers or equivalent out-of-state license.

Some positions in this class require a valid Maryland Class C Non-Commercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. ** 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.

Knowledge of the methods of engineering analysis.

Ability to develop engineering plans, designs, specifications and material and cost estimates.

Ability to assign, review and approve the work of engineering personnel.

Ability to write technical reports.

Ability to communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing.

Additional Information 

Background Check                                                   

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. 

Probation 

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-months.

Eligibility 

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.                                                                     

Education Accreditation 

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org. 

Selection Process 

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.     

Examination Process 

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. 

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.                  

Your Recruiter: (Katrina Bayton) 

If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Katrina Bayton, Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II via email at Katrina.Bayton1@baltimorecity.gov.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. 

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