CIVIL ENGINEER

City of St. Peters•St. Peters, MO

16d•$39 - $41•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of St. Peters is seeking a Civil Engineer to support the planning, design, development, and inspection of public works and infrastructure projects throughout the community. This position serves as a project engineer for City improvements, reviews development plans and permits, oversees construction activities, prepares technical specifications and bid documents, and provides engineering guidance to City departments and officials. The role offers a combination of office and field engineering work with the opportunity to directly contribute to the City's infrastructure and continued growth.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen or lawfully authorized alien worker.
Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering or a related field with Engineer in Training (EIT) or Engineering Intern (EI) certification.
Ability to lift and handle a minimum of 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of responsible engineering experience.
Knowledge of municipal engineering principles and practices, particularly public works.
Knowledge of construction and maintenance methods, materials, and equipment used in municipal public works.
Knowledge of engineering design, surveying, drafting, and specification preparation.
Valid Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Motor Vehicle Operator's license valid in the State of Missouri.

Responsibilities

Serve as project engineer in coordination with other Departments for public works improvements and capital improvement projects.
Review and issue construction, excavation, and grading permits.
Review subdivision plans, record plats, site plans, and improvement plans.
Review plans for streets, potable water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater improvements.
Inspect and coordinate inspections of construction, excavation, and grading projects.
Conduct construction and field surveys using established survey information.
Develop and update City engineering specifications and standards to ensure quality construction.
Prepare project specifications, engineer's estimates, bid documents, and other contract materials.
Review pay estimates, change orders, and other contract-related documents.
Coordinate plan preparation and revisions throughout the bidding and construction process.
Negotiate the acquisition of right-of-way and easements.
Review and prepare escrow agreements, service extension agreements, and legal descriptions.
Provide engineering advice and technical assistance to City departments, officials, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Represent the City at Federal, State, and local meetings.
Monitor project costs and help ensure capital improvement projects remain within budget.
Respond to resident and customer questions, concerns, and complaints.
Identify engineering challenges and develop practical solutions.
Follow established City safety standards and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive Salary: Market-based pay structure with step placement determined by qualifications and experience
Missouri LAGERS L-6 defined benefit pension plan (with Rule of 80)
457 deferred compensation plan
Roth retirement savings option
Retiree health coverage
Vacation (up to 6 weeks)
Sick leave
12 paid holidays and 1 personal day
Medical, dental and vision coverage options
City-paid Life and AD&D insurance ($50,000)
Long-term disability
Voluntary supplemental insurance options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Preventative Care Time Off
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Medical and dependent care options
Tuition reimbursement (up to 6-8 classes per year)