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El Paso County (CO)

Associate Engineer/Engineer/Senior Engineer

El Paso County (CO), Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509


Join El Paso County’s engineering team and make a lasting impact on your community through innovative infrastructure projects. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with flexible work schedules and hybrid work options, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Lead and manage engineering projects to preserve and enhance El Paso County’s infrastructure and solve complex challenges that shape the future of our county. If you're ready to build a stronger, more resilient community, apply today and bring your engineering expertise to where it truly matters!Associate Engineer

Full Salary Range: $74,380.00 - $111,520.00Hiring Range: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00Engineer

Full Salary Range: $88,570.00 - $132,860.00Hiring Range: $89,000.00 - $100,000.00Senior Engineer

Full Salary Range: $103,860.00 - $155,900.00Hiring Range: $104,000.00 - $120,000.00The typical work week is Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, though this role provides a flexible work schedule subject to the discretion of the Department and business requirements.Please be advised this position may close on or after 08/31/2024 without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications.Position Overview

This position performs a variety of routine, technical, and professional engineering duties in the field of civil engineering, such as planning, design, and project management in accordance with civil engineering principles and practices as well as County criteria. Work will be performed under the direction and supervision of a licensed professional engineer. May be assigned to Development Review, Construction Services, Capital Projects, Traffic, or Stormwater.Responsibilities

Associate Engineer:

Provides input and technical assistance as necessary in the design, plan review, or production of civil engineering plans.Accomplishes engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems and interpreting criteria; assists senior-level engineer(s) with complex engineering assignments.Accomplishes plan check review and processing of plans for assigned projects; analyzes plans, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards and criteria.Formulates and prepares departmental recommendations for conditions of approval for assigned projects.Participates in data collection and analysis in the field of civil engineering.Communicates with various County departments, personnel, developers, engineers, architects, contractors, consultants, outside agencies, and the public regarding technical and procedural aspects of various projects.Coordinates with Local, State, and Federal agencies during applicable phases of assigned projects.Responsible for analyzing and ensuring projects and related plans and designs conform to County criteria.Works with senior-level engineer(s) to evaluate existing organizational policies, regulatory compliance, and infrastructure based upon area of expertise.Attends and represents the County at various meetings and commissions.Responds to questions and complaints from the public concerning engineering and public works issues.Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities.Reviews and coordinates the processing of environmental documents pursuant to National Environmental Protection Act and State requirements.Performs other duties as required.Engineer:

Accomplishes complex engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems and interpreting criteria.Accomplishes plan check review ensuring compliance with all applicable standards and criteria.Participates in data collection and analysis in the field of civil engineering.May provide project management and engineering design in the planning and development of project plans, specifications, and estimates for assigned projects.Communicates with various County departments, personnel, developers, engineers, architects, contractors, consultants, outside agencies, and the public.Coordinates with Local, State, and Federal agencies during applicable phases of assigned projects.Confers directly with other County Departments regarding project development, engineering design and construction of infrastructure.Responsible for reviewing and ensuring projects and related plans and reports conform to County criteria.Assists in the preparation of staff reports and agendas for various boards and commissions.Responds to questions and complaints from the public concerning engineering and public works issues.Performs other duties as required.Senior Engineer:

Accomplishes complex engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems.Oversees work of lower-level engineers.Accomplishes or provides guidance on plan check review and processing of plans for assigned projects.Responsible for construction phase of development projects.May provide project management and engineering design in the planning and development of project plans.Reviews, formulates, analyzes, and presents departmental recommendations for conditions of approval.Directs data collection and analysis in the field of civil engineering.Performs economic analysis and value engineering for engineering projects.Identifies acceptable options for project design.Prepares for project meetings by understanding the project.Communicates with various County departments, personnel, developers, engineers, architects, contractors, consultants, outside agencies, and the public.Evaluates existing organizational, regulatory, and infrastructure based upon area of expertise.Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for the division and department.Responsible for the preparation of staff reports and agendas for various boards and commissions.Performs other duties as required.Supervision

Supervision Exercised:

This classification does not have supervisory authority; however, may be required to provide expertise or limited guidance or direction to employees.Supervision Received:

Receives general supervision. This classification typically performs job duties by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Associate Engineer:Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering.Knowledge of plan checking methods.Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of land surveying.Proficiency in computer applications and engineering-specific programs.Ability to analyze, interpret, and explain technical plans.Ability to communicate effectively.Ability to work independently or in a team environment.Engineer:Working knowledge of principles and practices of engineering.Working knowledge of plan checking methods.Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of land surveying.Proficiency in computer applications and engineering-specific programs.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical plans.Ability to communicate effectively.Senior Engineer:Working knowledge of principles and practices of engineering.Working knowledge of plan checking methods.Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of land surveying.Proficiency in computer applications and engineering-specific programs.Ability to interpret extensive technical information.Ability to communicate effectively.Required Education and Experience

Associate Engineer:Bachelor's degree in engineering.Engineer:Bachelor's degree in engineering.Four years of professional engineering experience; two years in civil engineering.Two years of leadership or project management experience.Senior Engineer:Bachelor's degree in engineering.Six years of progressive civil engineering experience, with three years of leadership experience.Preferred Education and Experience

Engineer/Senior Engineer:Major study in civil engineering.Experience with engineering-related software/programs.Licenses/Certificates

Associate Engineer:Valid driver's license.Engineer Intern Certification required.Engineer/Senior Engineer:Valid driver's license.Professional Engineer's (PE) License.Pre-Employment Requirements

Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen.Duties are primarily performed in an office and remote work environment, and outdoors; may be exposed to adverse weather conditions. Requires travel to County facilities, conferences, seminars, meetings, and outlying areas for inspections.The classification specification above is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and minimum qualifications. Changes to this document may only be made by a member of the Human Resources Department.

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