Posting End Date: Open until Filled

Position Information

Class Code: B023C

Grade: GS11

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $62,531.00 - $99,737.00

Summary

The Engineer, Professional Engineer is responsible for conducting engineering studies, developing design drawings and/or specifications, and performing related administrative duties. This position is governed by state and federal law and agency/institution policy. 

Functions

Inspects sites to verify compliance with plans, specifications, and state and federal regulations during all phases of construction and/or inspects existing facilities for fire and safety code compliance and proper equipment operation. Completes reports of findings and takes necessary action to correct deficiencies. Designs, drafts, and/or reviews plans of proposed projects, reviews engineering reports, plans, and specifications for compliance with all regulations and guidelines, administers contracts, and provides engineering surveys. Reviews various permit applications for compliance with applicable laws and regulations, recommending approval or denial of permits. Consults with public officials, consulting engineers, and architects concerning design recommendations and/or design modifications for projects, and responds to inquiries concerning Civil and Environmental Engineer laws and practices within the State of Arkansas. Utilizes various computer programs for data and information gathering, formula calculations, various studies and report generating and prepares written reports. Conducts meetings or attends public hearings and meetings and presents workshops to local officials providing information and explaining agency policies. Provides information, suggestions, advice and technical assistance to city, county and district officials in various practices and programs by answering questions, interpreting applicable laws and regulations and coordinating with other entities to resolve problems. May act as a team leader on projects by interviewing and recommending for hire, assigning, overseeing, and reviewing work, and training new employees. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Dimensions

Must be able to work outdoors and on construction sites, if applicable to the educational specialty. May be exposed to hazards in the field or the laboratory. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering relating to the work performed. Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations governing the field of engineering. Knowledge of construction plans and designs. Ability to inspect plans and/or structures to determine compliance with regulations. Ability to prepare and present technical information verbally and in writing. Ability to design and draft construction plans and write specifications. 

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in chemical, civil, or mechanical engineering, or a related field. Must be licensed as a registered professional engineer in accordance with ACA 17-30-302. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE. 

Licenses

Must possess Professional Engineer license. 

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and/or experience related to electric utility design, construction and operation of facilities, quality of service issues, utility tariffs, pole attachments and joint use of facilities, integrated resource plans, interconnection of self-generation facilities, rulemaking dockets before the Commission, and testifying as an expert witness. 

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. 

About Arkansas Public Service Commission

MISSION: Enhance the economic environment of the state by: ensuring safe, reliable and reasonably priced utility service; educating customers to make independent and informed choices; and ensuring the fair and equitable ad valorem assessment and equalization of utility and carrier property. VISION: Ensure that the jurisdictional utilities provide safe and reliable utility service at reasonable rates and will render fair and equitable ad valorem assessments while appropriately balancing the interests of utility ratepayers and utility owners. CORE VALUES: Commitment to ensuring safe and reliable utility service. Commitment to establishing just and reasonable rates. --Teamwork. --Fairness. --Integrity. --Responsive to the public. --Leadership. --Professionalism. --Technical Competency. --Knowledgeable. --Trustworthiness. --Sound Judgment.

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