Engineer III (Vacancy)

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Engineer III (Vacancy)

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Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-1048-V1

Department

60 Department of Public Utilities

Division

Office of the Public Utilities Director

Opening Date

07/07/2025

Closing Date

8/4/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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The City of Columbus- Columbus Water and Power

Director’s Office - Asset Management

Engineer III

This full-time position will be responsible for directing the engineering activities of the Asset Management group. This shall include performing difficult/complex professional engineering work and supervising professional and technical engineering staff. This position will entail the review of the entire capital improvement program of the department, developing and administering a Reliability Engineering program for applicable infrastructure, and directing the O&M Ready process which ensures that our enterprise asset management systems are updated with new and retired assets. This position will be responsible for conferring with relevant staff on updates; prepare the department’s asset risk profile; administer the engineering functions of the Asset Management consulting engineer’s contract; assist in the preparation and review of capital and operating budgets; provide information to leadership, managers, and supervisors and outside consulting firms regarding the application of AM policies; and stay informed of current engineering practices through professional organizations, committees, and appropriate training.

The salary range for this position is: $46.41 - $69.63 hourly.

If you are interested, please submit an application to the Civil Service Commission by applying online at You may also apply to or fax to .

Pre-employment drug screening and BCI& I background check are required if selected.

Applicants may inspect and acquire a copy of the City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities EEO Plan by visiting the DPU website athttp://utilities.columbus.gov/

Under direction, is responsible for performing difficult to complex professional engineering work and/or supervising professional and technical engineering staff; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Directs the activities of an engineering unit involved in the planning, design, construction, maintenance, or operation of Capital Improvement Projects and/or private developments;

Supervises engineering staff involved in major construction and/or maintenance projects or consultant studies; organizes and assigns work of a project nature; develops the procedures to be used; evaluates project progress and the work of subordinate personnel and, at times, outside consulting firms;

Manages the design of difficult to complex structures, facilities, systems, and equipment;

Directs the preparation of plans, specifications, bids, and cost estimates; prepares, reviews, and/or oversees contracts;

Reviews and inspects construction, maintenance, installation, and consultant work to ensure feasibility and adherence to departmental standards, policies, and specifications; amends current plans and specifications to suit existing conditions as needed;

Operates a computer and mapping software to draw and review maps and plans;

Represents the division by speaking about engineering projects and solutions in meetings with a variety of audiences such as for special project and area civic associations as well as with state, county, and municipal organizations, consulting engineering groups, and contractors;

Responds to requests or complaints from the public by way of telephone or in writing;

Assists with the preparation of the budget for projects or for the division;

Stays abreast of current engineering principles.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a valid State of Ohio certificate as a registered Professional Engineer and three (3) years of professional engineering experience which includes one (1) year of supervisory experience over Professional Engineers or engineering projects.

Specialization in the discipline for which appointment is being made may be required for some positions and will be incorporated in the job postings, as appropriate.

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

SPECIAL NOTE:

Professional experience is defined as responsible and significant engineering work performed after registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.).

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 25-1048-V1

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Madelyn Pine

Department of Public Utilities

Office of the Public Utilities Director

910 Dublin Rd.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645- 6621

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The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short-term Disability

Life Insurance

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at for further information.

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City of Columbus

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77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

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