New Business Engineer (Series)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the minimum requirements is:

Experience: Four to twelve years (depending on level of engineering work performed) of increasingly responsible experience involving professional engineering work in the design of water system facilities; operation of water distribution systems; modeling and analysis of water distribution systems or a closely related field. Other combinations of education/experience may be considered.

Education & Training: Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field is required.

Must have working-level knowledge of the English language including reading, writing, and speaking English.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold a valid driver’s license from the State of Nevada or, for applicants who reside in another state within a commutable distance (including students), a valid driver’s license issued by their state of residence.
• Must also meet and maintain eligibility to be covered under TMWA’s vehicle insurance requirements.
• A Civil or Mechanical Professional Engineering license is required. Must obtain State of
• Nevada Civil or Mechanical Professional Engineering license within six months of employment.
• Certification as a State of Nevada Water Distribution and/or Treatment Operator at Grade 1, 2, or 3 is desired based on level of engineering work performed. 

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation during hire and periodically thereafter during employment.

This position is considered a safety sensitive position and employment is contingent upon the results of drug and/or alcohol testing which includes screening for marijuana. The presence of marijuana or other screened for substances on any employment related substance test may result in a refusal to hire or termination of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Civil engineering and hydraulics including booster pumping equipment.
• The operation of water treatment, supply and distribution systems including storage facilities.
• The development, use & calibration of water system computer models & modeling software.
• Principles of engineering economics, methods and techniques.
• Water distribution system construction methods, techniques and materials.
• Principles of GIS mapping and computer aided design.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers, printers, plotters, copiers, etc.
• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Pertinent company, industry and professional standards.
• Perform hydraulic analyses and calculations and prepare clear, concise reports.
• Write & interpret design drawings, contract documents & technical specifications.
• Utilize Excel & other proprietary software to develop & perform complex hydraulic calculations in support of water system facility designs or facility plans.
• Utilize ArcGIS, AutoCAD and InfoWater to develop, utilize and maintain water system computer models.
• Operate a variety of computer equipment and software relative to the assigned area of responsibility.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from developers, engineers, contractors and the general public.
• Establish & maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Be punctual regarding work hours established by TMWA.
• Be mentally and physically alert during working hours.