Job Description: Engineer IV

General Characteristics

Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Make decisions independently on engineering problems and methods, and represents the organization in conferences to resolve important questions and to plan and coordinate work. Requires the use of advanced techniques and the modifications and extension of theories, precepts and practices of the field and related sciences and disciplines. The knowledge and expertise required for this level of work usually result from progressive experience.

Direction Received

Supervision and guidance relate largely to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters. Consults with supervisor concerning unusual problems and developments.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities - Other Duties May Be Assigned

One or more of the following: (1) In a supervisory capacity, plans, develops, coordinates, and directs a large and important engineering project or a number of small projects with many complex features. A substantial portion of the work supervised is comparable to that described for Engineer III. (2) As individual worker, carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. Work is expected to result in the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. Work is expected to result in the development of new or refined processes, products, and/or scientific methods. (3) As staff specialist, develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities to be carried out by others. Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering evaluations. Usually performs as a staff supervisor and consultant. Work requires a broad knowledge of precedents in the specialty area and a good knowledge of and practices of related specialties.

Responsibility for Direction of Others

Supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of a small staff of engineers and technicians, estimates personnel needs and schedules and assigns work to meet completion date. Or, as individual researcher or staff specialist may be assisted on projects by other engineers or technicians.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum, or equivalent, plus appropriate continuing education.

Licensure Status

Licensed Professional Engineer.

Language Ability

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write correspondence and engineering reports using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to management, clients, and/or other associates.

Math Ability

Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory. Ability to work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations, and proofs of theorems.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills

Word processing, Spreadsheets, Engineering software, Internet and E-mail applications.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the environment is moderate.