Engineering Assistant III - Traffic and Data Management

Requisition ID: 42409 

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose and Function

The Engineering Assistant III prepares electrical/traffic signal CAD designs for new traffic signals, traffic signal modifications, and data collection systems for capital programs.

Key Contacts and Reporting Relationships

The position reports to the traffic signal Civil Engineer II and works closely with the Civil Engineer I, Engineering Assistant IV, and Electrical Design Technicians.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities
•    Creates complex traffic signal and electrical CAD design construction drawings, including; plan, detail, profile, cross-section, and elevation drawings.
•    Creates record drawings of completed work. 
•    Accurately integrates external contractor design plans with internal street surveys, GIS and existing traffic signal information.
•    Reviews contractor electrical drawings.
•    Performs analysis of underground utility data to minimize risks of conflicts with 3rd party utilities such as high-pressure gas, high voltage electrical, and fibre optic communication ducts.
•    Identifies conflicts between proposed street geometric designs and traffic signal designs and recommend options.
•    Adheres to MUTCD, TAC and ITE standards for traffic signal design.
•    Represents CAD design group at field design meetings and new signal commissioning.
•    Follows organizational quality management standards and documentation protocol.
•    Assists Senior Engineer in hiring of new staff. Develops and supervises technical proficiency testing for new candidates.
•    Assists in the training and supervision of junior staff as required.
•    Creates and manages CAD design standards necessary for EGBC QMS.
•    Produces sign for signalized intersections.
•    Other duties/responsibilities as assigned 

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience:

Completion of grade 12, supplemented by technical courses in engineering or related area of study, plus considerable related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience'

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of the City’s street system, transportation policies and regulations, the Street & Traffic By-Law, the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Traffic Control Manual for Work on Roadways
• Sound knowledge of engineering design principles and methods, and of engineering mathematics
• Sound knowledge of departmental procedures relating to various engineering projects
• Working knowledge of traffic signal construction methods and materials.
• Advanced computer drafting skills
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications and perform design drafting
• Excellent knowledge of Auto CAD, Excel, and Word
• Proficiency in GIS software would be considered an asset
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather is required.
• Ability to problem solve with accuracy in a technical environment with little or no supervision.
• Meet tight timelines in a multi-task environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide accurate and thorough information to the public.
• Interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining a cooperative and effective working relationship with staff.
• Ability to meet transportation needs.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: November, 2024 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-021: $37.2 to $43.78 per hour

Application Close: September 18, 2024

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion. 

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