Purpose/Description

The Engineer - Senior Licensed Professional is assigned to the Testing and Laboratory Office of the Engineering Division. This position manages a team of engineers and para-professional employees that test and inspect construction materials used for the construction of road and bridge improvement projects on the Engineering Division's Five Year CIP (Capital Improvement Program). The Engineer - Senior Licensed Professional takes a lead role to assure the needs of Wayne County's Permits, Construction and Design sections are met as it relates to Testing (Concrete, Asphalt, Materials and Geotechnical) and Construction/Structural Inspection. This position is responsible for assuring that FHWA (Federal Highway Administration), MDOT (Michigan Department of Transportation) and AASHTO (American Association of Highway and Transportation Officials) standards and certifications that are required for testing on Federal Aid projects are kept current for all testing personnel and equipment.

Responsibilities

Required Tasks

• Ensure proper utilization of equipment and staffing. Address any staffing and equipment deficiencies.
• Seek training through Michigan Department of MDOT (Michigan Department of Transportation)
• Assign projects to the engineers and para-professional classifications.
• Perform project manager duties for Testing consultant assistance contracts.
• Provide technical advice to industrial or managerial personnel regarding design, construction, or program modifications or structural repairs.
• Determine the adequacy and strength of foundations, concrete, asphalt, or steel through the design process.
• Ensure that your staff are inspecting and testing construction operations at the project site where required.
• Take a lead role in maintaining any needed certifications for efficient operations of the lab (i.e. CCRL and AMRL)
• Identify environmental risks and develop risk management strategies for civil engineering projects.
• Direct engineering activities ensuring compliance with environmental, safety, or other governmental regulations.
• Ensure timely delivery of Soil Boring investigation logs and Pavement Core Reports requested by the design staff.
• Implement process improvement with clear measurables. Set yearly measurable goals for your staff and provide any guidance or training to assist them in meeting your goals. These goals must be aligned with Wayne County's mission, vision and values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university
• Professional Engineer licensed in the state of Michigan
• State of Michigan Driver's License and an acceptable safe driving record
• Six (6) years Wayne County Engineering Division experience with two (2) years in the Testing & Lab unit
• OR--Eight (8) years of Civil Engineering experience with four (4) of those years in Testing & Lab

Candidates who meet the qualifications will have their application forwarded to the hiring department.

About Us

The Charter County of Wayne

The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families.Headquartered in Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. Our history is rich and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture, arts, and world-class amenities.Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently, effectively, and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations, innovation, and a clear focus on serving our