Esther Matthews
Engineering Technician @Borough of State College
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WORK HISTORY
Engineering Technician @Borough of State College
State College, PA, US
Provide technical support and operational leadership for public works projects, including GIS mapping, drafting, data analysis, SOP development, and cross-department coordination. Conduct site inspections, ensure permit compliance, oversee traffic control setup and safety adherence, and perform sight distance studies. Generate project estimates and quantities, draft correspondence, process change orders, and review pay applications. Review land development plans, redline as needed, and verify as-built drawings for accuracy for departmental and private projects. Mentor interns and new staff and serve as a primary resource for departmental knowledge.Lead the annual sidewalk project using Esri GIS products, integrating workflow automations with Cartegraph task management. Project workflow highlighted at the 2024 Esri User Conference Education Summit.Serve as a public works supervisor with 24/7 on-call responsibilities for emergencies, including sewer backups, downed trees, and other urgent municipal events. Recognized as the departmental source of institutional knowledge for right-of-way, easements, and utilities, and frequently consulted to resolve complex project questions.
EDUCATION
Penn State University
Minor, Italian
Penn State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil Engineering
Goshen Central High School
Advanced Regents Diploma with Top 6 Honors, Honors/Regents High School/Secondary Diploma Program
ABOUT ESTHER MATTHEWS
I am many. A civil engineer, designer & polyglot by degree; avid problem solver, critical thinker, mental health advocate, empathic mentor, passionate leader & multitasker by trade - with plenty of hidden talents to spare. My versatility and resilience were forged early on, navigating financial independence at 19, working multiple jobs across various industries to support myself, and overcoming logistical and economic limitations - like not owning a car until 2017 - to create opportunities where few existed. As a walking, inimitable contradiction at times, with a plethora of experience and study spanning multiple disciplines and industries over two decades, I am a testament to adaptability and the capacity to become an asset to any organization. Not only do I get the job done, but I get it done well, with integrity and pride - no matter the task. There are no problems too great to solve; rather, there are challenges to overcome through collaboration, patience, and understanding, with a dash of creativity thrown in to keep things interesting!
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