Civil Engineer I or II - Public Works (Prescott)

Yavapai County, AZ • Prescott, AZ

80d • $71,743 - $100,849

About The Position

The Yavapai County Public Works Department is seeking a dedicated Civil Engineer I or II (depending on experience) to join our team and grow with us in a rewarding public service career. This position provides the opportunity to apply your civil engineering skills to the planning, design, and construction of vital infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, drainage systems, and other public works improvements that serve our communities. As a County employee, you'll also enjoy the stability of public sector employment, comprehensive benefits, and the long-term career growth that comes from serving the community you live in.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Some professional work experience in Civil Engineering or related field is preferred.
• Must have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and must possess an Engineer In-Training Certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in Civil Engineering or related field for Civil Engineer II.
• Must be registered in the State of Arizona as a Professional Engineer with proficiency in Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assists in professional engineering design on roads, bridges, drainage, airports and other County improvement projects.
• Uses engineering design software including AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS to do engineering analysis; assists in preparing construction plans and exhibits; and assists in creating engineering related specifications, reports, and studies.
• Conducts field visits during and/or prior to design projects, to perform site measurements and to identify design needs and constraints.
• Performs field inspections related to design projects to assure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Works with survey and right-of-way staff as needed to support project design.
• Works with the County's pavement management system to update and maintain its dataset.
• Coordinates with other government, utilities and private entities as needed on specific projects involving development impacting public right-of-way and in support of other County interests.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree