Performs or supervises the design, planning and management of complex projects or programs in the assigned engineering discipline.
Performs or supervises engineering work on complex projects or highly technical functions within a specialized field. Positions in this classification typically involve supervisory or program management responsibility. Incumbents who are registered as Professional Engineers by the South Carolina State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors will be entitled Engineer III. Incumbents who are not registered will be entitled Engineering Associate III.
Oversees the planning, design, construction, installation, renovation, maintenance and repair of facilities, engineered systems and equipment. Develops sampling and inspection processes to assess air, water and soil quality. Serves as an agency representative for public hearings and serves as liaison with various state, county and municipal officials on highly technical engineering and related issues; answers inquiries of the general public. Serves as an expert witness for court proceedings or administrative hearings. Serves as staff specialist for technical specifications, policy development and statewide regulatory programs. Oversees engineering projects to include evaluation of project plans, contracts and special provisions and assigns the necessary personnel to projects; monitors projects to ensure conformity with assigned schedules, plans, and specifications. Supervises the review of engineering reports, plans and specifications for compliance. Supervises the inspection of environmental systems for compliance. Supervises other engineers in writing environmental permits.
Knowledge of applicable engineering theory, methods and practices. Skill in the use of applicable engineering equipment and instrumentation. Ability to apply sound engineering principles to the solution of technical problems. Ability to perform complex mathematical and engineering calculations. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to oversee the work of other engineers, technical staff, and skilled-trade subordinates.
Some positions may require registration as a Professional Engineer by the South Carolina State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors.
Minimum Requirements for Engineering Associate III: A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and intermediate-level engineering or construction management work experience. Minimum Requirements for Engineer III: A bachelor’s degree in Engineering and intermediate-level engineering work experience.