Professional Engineer II
State of Nebraska

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:
$40.088

Job Posting:
JR2024-00009792 Professional Engineer II (Open)

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Job Description:
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is looking for a passionate, collaborative, and detailed-oriented individual to join the Engineering team with emphasis in diverse professional level engineering design. Under administrative direction, this permanent fulltime supervisor position will be designing, planning, directing, and coordinating construction projects in State Recreation, Wildlife Management Areas, State Trails, and State Fish Hatcheries across the state.
JOB DUTIES:

•Designs, plans, directs, and reviews complex plans and specifications for construction and unique agency projects across the State of Nebraska.
•Provides professional engineering advice about technical/professional engineering services and presents technical information and proposals for higher-level management Issues.
•Performs construction observation, resolving technical problems.
•Approves final punch list and completion of construction or capital improvement projects.
•Maintains adequate records to sufficiently describe the work performed and to distribute such documentation as applicable.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
•The opportunity to travel and work in beautiful State Recreation and Wildlife Management Areas, State Trails, and State Fish Hatcheries across the state.
•Comprehensive benefits package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and one year of experience performing professional level engineering assignments. Must possess a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license at the time of application and be licensed by the Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects at time of employment or be able to obtain such license within 90 days of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of: civil engineering theories, principles, practices and design; modern methods and techniques of construction, maintenance, and materials; legal responsibilities and ramifications associated with the work performed; practices and terminology of computer operation and AutoCAD; Geographic Information Systems (GIS); practical engineering concepts.

• Ability to: interpret and implement State and federal laws and regulations, agency policies, and procedures; design; review and stamp engineering plans; develop procedures; plan, assign and direct the work of staff; interpret, and explain engineering plans, and communicate with the public, contractors, consultants, agency staff at all levels, and local government officials.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

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