Engine inspector job description

• Argus Consulting is seeking qualified individuals to fill Fuels Specialist/Engineering Inspector positions in our Phoenix and Kansas City offices (other locations will be considered).
• Projects include design, inspection, and asset integrity services associated with the receipt, storage, transmission and dispensing of fuels and other hydrocarbon systems and related infrastructure for commercial airports, railroad companies, military installations and oil terminals worldwide and cover a broad spectrum in size, ranging from small single tank operations to multi-million-dollar fuel storage and distribution facilities.
• Clients include airlines, airports, fixed-base operators, railroads, the U.S. government, ENR's Top 25 Architecture/Engineering Design Firms and ENR's Top 10 Design/Build Firms, Fortune 500 companies, fuel-servicing companies, and oil companies.
• Be an owner. We're 100% employee-owned and we pride ourselves on our technical innovation, creativity and highly specialized expertise.

Applicant Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years design, operation and/or maintenance related experience in the fueling and/or midstream/terminal/pipeline industries. Engineering degree a plus but not required.
• This position requires an individual capable of applying knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering technology and management to fuels/hydrocarbon system planning, design, analysis and construction assignments.
• Successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Successful candidate shall be a self-starter and work well on multiple project teams simultaneously.
• Ability to recognize and troubleshoot equipment, hydraulic, operational, and control issues in fuel and other hydrocarbon storage, distribution and dispensing systems.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Microstation a plus.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Project.
• Knowledge of the application of relevant codes including API, ANSI, ASME, UL, NFPA, IFC, etc.
• API-653, API-570, NACE and related certification a plus
• Project Management experience required

Job Duties May Include

• Inspection and troubleshooting services to assess the condition, capacity and maintenance records of fueling receipt, storage and distribution facilities
• Development of Operations and Maintenance Manuals, work directives, inspection reports and other relevant technical documents
• Provide development of CAD drawings and specifications associated with facility repairs
• Coordination with Argus' design and engineering team, contractors, equipment vendors, client personnel, and other relevant stakeholders
• Provide construction support services including compliance submittal review, response to RFIs, field oversight, and commissioning.
• Project Management associated with fuel facility inspection and repair programs including coordination of internal staff, scope/schedule/budget development and management, contractor coordination, and client communication
• Periodic travel associated with inspections, client coordination meetings, troubleshooting, construction site visits, etc.

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The Engineering Inspector II performs utility encroachment inspections, erosion sedimentation & pollution control, inspections for roadway, bridge, drainage, land development, utility work, and other construction projects. Provides construction compliance services within the guidelines of county and departmental procedures and regulations, accepted Engineering standards and surveying methods, state guidelines, and approved development & construction plans. Records ES&PC program data and produce reports. Investigate ES&PC requests. Reports to the Project Engineer or other designated person and works with co-workers, employees, private engineers, and the public to provide technical support.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Inspects drainage and roadway projects to ensure compliance with approved construction drawings and applicable codes.
* Inspects all construction materials to ensure compliance with contract requirements and construction specs & standards.
* Inspects Utilities right-of-way encroachment activities & repairs to ensure compliance with applicable standards.
* Inspects land development activities to ensure compliance with approved development plans and ES&PC Plans.
* Records ES&PC program data and produces relevant reports.
* Investigates ES&PC requests & complaints.
* Maintains an inspector diary and survey conducted field book notes.
* Serves as liaison between the contractor's field personnel and Engineering Department Management.
* Trains and serves as resource to co-workers.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:High school diploma or G.E.D.

{Please note:Upon job offer, you will be required to provide proof of education. Be sure to have the appropriate documents readily available.}

Experience:Four (4) years of experience in engineering inspections, erosion sedimentation and pollution control, and inspections for construction projects; or two (2) years of experience in engineering inspections, erosion sedimentation and pollution control, and inspections for construction projects and a Construction Management Certificate or Public Works Inspector Certificate; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

* Demonstrated knowledge of engineering, road construction, drainage system installation, vegetation, construction materialsand structural fill material.
* Demonstrated knowledge of grading, drainage, paving, planting, fertilizing, mulching, and soil stabilization.
* Demonstrated knowledge of construction material testing, soil mechanics, erosion control and grasses.
* Familiarity with surveying methods and practices, and basic mathematics.
* Familiarity with local policies and procedures, soil erosion laws, and infrastructure construction process.
* Read and interpret engineering plans, blueprints and specifications, records of surveys, and tract descriptions.
* Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written.
* Demonstrated computer use skills and familiar with word processing and spread sheet software.
* Demonstrated ability to work independently.

Certification:

* Possess or have ability to obtain Georgia E&S Level I B certification within 90 days of employment.

Licensing:

* Must possess a valid state operator/driver's license for the type of vehicle operated with good driving history.*This position requires driving a county vehicle and requires the incumbent to be at least 21 years of age.*

OTHER

Travel from the office to other locations is required of this position.

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES:

* Physical Abilities: Tasks involve the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).
* Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
* Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to such adverse environmental conditions as high pressure gas & water lines, insects, poisonous plants, animals, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, traffic hazards, toxic agents, electric currents, disease, raw sewage, blood, or pathogenic substances.

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The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

INTRODUCTION:

Under general supervision, responsible for the charge of inspection of contract, third party and departmental construction work of a major city department. The Engineer of Inspection will perform related work as required.

Examples of Duties

MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Direct the activities of a group of engineers, construction inspectors, and others engaged in inspecting contract, third party and departmental construction work.
* Ensure the inspection of bridges, structures and streets to comply with established plans and specifications.
* Schedule and review work assignments of subordinate staff.
* Advise subordinates on problems encountered and provide resourceful solutions.
* Review reports and resolve disciplinary and personnel matters.
* Direct and provide training for subordinates.
* Plan and develop methods and procedures to be utilized.
* Confer with department and division heads, contractors, and the public.
* Prepare technical reports and correspondence.
* Suggest changes and/or improvements and approve or disapprove completed construction projects.
* Certify payments due to contractors.
* Adjudicate concerns and conflicts by providing clarity to rules and specifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge Of:

* The principles and practices of civil engineering field work.
* Construction materials and methods employed in regard to major municipal projects.
* City and State standard plans and specifications.

Skill In:

* Mechanical aptitude.
* Physical strength, manual and mechanical dexterity.
* Initiative and resourcefulness to solve complicated and unusual problems of inspection.

Ability To:

* Read and interpret plans and specifications.
* Analyze testing and inspection data.
* Compile data and prepare reports.
* Plan and organize the work of a large construction inspection organization.
* Interact effectively with subordinates, department personnel and others with tact and diplomacy.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

* Assign subordinate staff to permit and construction activity on a daily basis.
* Ensure field activity is properly covered with designated staff.
* Provide reporting of daily field activity to ensure compliance.

GUIDELINES

* Ensure work in the public right of way conforms to City and State standards.
* Serves as a resource to field staff to ensure compliance with standards.

COMPLEXITY

* Responsible for managing at staff to twenty or more field personnel.
* Responsible for managing competing demands of multiple projects in the public right of way.
* Field activities may involve a variety of complex construction techniques.

SCOPE AND EFFECT

* Right of way work may include at grade or below grade construction activity to improve utilities or pavements, structures and bridges.
* Such work impacts the safety of the public as well as the crews performing the work.

PERSONAL CONTACTS

* The position will interact with the general public, private property owners, utility organizations, contractors and other public agencies.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS

* The work in the public right of way impacts all who use the roads, sidewalks, bridges and other structures that are placed into the right of way.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

* In order to adequately manage the work in the public right of way, field visits will be necessary and will require accessing work below grade, at grade and above grade during on-going construction activity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

* All field activities require adherence to OSHA/NIOSHA safety regulations as work may be occurring in active construction zones and in open traffic situations.
* Field activities may occur during normal daytime work schedules or on evenings and weekends as the situation warrants.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree with specialization in civil engineering or construction management.

Five (5) years of experience in inspecting construction work; preferably with a large municipality including (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity.

Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirement of this position.

Subjects and Weights:

1. Evaluation of Training, Experience and Personal Qualifications: 30 % maximum

2. Oral Appraisal: 70% maximum

Total: Evaluation of Training, Experience and Personal Qualifications and Oral Appraisal: 100% maximum

LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Registration as a registered professional engineer in the State of Michigan is required or demonstrated ten (10) years of progressive experience managing road and bridge projects including overseeing other inspectors.

Valid State of Michigan Operator License is required.

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.