Civil Engineer II

City of Arlington, Washington•Arlington, WA

About The Position

This position performs professional-level engineering work in planning, design, drafting, project oversight, and assessment of Public Works projects. Projects may involve water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and streets. The role also supports project delivery through plan review, regulatory research, capital planning, infrastructure assessment, and data collection and analysis. The position prepares plans, specifications, and estimates for public bidding; administers bidding and project contracts; coordinates with City departments; collects field data; prepares engineering reports; reviews development proposals; coordinates consultants; and supports grant applications and administration. The role represents the City professionally and applies established best management practices to help maintain public safety.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship or legal eligibility to work in the United States.
Valid Washington State driver's license and a driving record acceptable to the City.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited academic institution in Civil, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline.
Current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Washington State, or ability to become registered within six months of hire.
At least four years of increasingly responsible professional-level engineering experience.
Knowledge of utility infrastructure principles, including hydraulics, water distribution, and wastewater collection.
Knowledge of traffic and transportation engineering principles.
Ability to learn and adapt to changing industry concepts, regulations, codes, City processes, and engineering practices.
Ability to collaborate with City departments and develop sound solutions that benefit the City, its citizens, and customers.
Effective oral and written communication skills for a variety of audiences.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, employees, vendors, intergovernmental agencies, and the public.
Ability to maintain a calm, positive attitude while performing duties, including in adverse situations.
Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
Hearing and visual acuity and manual dexterity necessary to perform the duties.
Ability to perform duties with limited supervision while meeting established goals and standards.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to public and private developments.
Ability to read, understand, interpret, analyze, and prepare engineering plans, specifications, drawings, and related regulations and information.
Knowledge of and experience with AutoCAD and AutoDesk products.
Pass a complete background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience with municipal or Public Works engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform professional engineering work in the planning, design, and construction oversight of street and roadway, sewer and water utility, and stormwater management projects.
Prepare plans, specifications, and estimates for public bidding; administer the bidding process, including responding to questions and issuing addenda.
Execute contracts and administer assigned projects, including public outreach and communication, submittal review, construction oversight, change order preparation, and assistance with project closeout.
Coordinate with City departments on design, construction, standards, and legal requirements related to engineering practice.
Assist in collecting field data using traffic counters, cameras, and gauges to gather transportation and utility information.
Prepare engineering reports, including project reports, utility and transportation data analysis reports, and operational reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
Participate in reviewing development proposals for compliance with City standards and policies.
Participate in the selection and coordination of consultant firms and individuals engaged by the City for Public Works projects.
Develop or participate in developing grant applications and administering grants for planning, design, and construction of City improvements.
Represent the City positively and effectively, with a high level of integrity.
Use industry-established best management practices and maintain public safety within the position's Public Works responsibilities.