Civil Engineer
About The Position
Reporting to the Town Engineer, the Civil Engineer assists in coordinating all engineering function for the Town. Position requires knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering, particularly as applied to municipal infrastructure, excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to work well with the public. Essential functions include, but are not limited to: Design, permit, inspect and oversee municipal Infrastructure projects. Review plans and specifications for public construction contracts. Maintains accurate inspection records, reports, and digital documentation systems. Provide technical guidance to Town staff, Boards and Commissions, and the public. Investigate and respond to complaints related to public works, traffic, drainage, and road maintenance. Administer programs and funding sources (e.g., Chapter 90, MWRA grants/loans), manage work orders, and maintain incident logs. Develop and maintain GIS mapping and related projects Stay current with applicable regulations, technology, and Town bylaws. Assist with supervision of winter plowing operations
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- Two (2) years of design and/or field construction experience in public works projects (municipal experience preferred); or an equivalent of education and experience
- Requires Valid Driver’s License
Nice To Haves
- Engineer in Training (EIT) or Surveyor in Training (SIT) certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Design, permit, inspect and oversee municipal Infrastructure projects.
- Review plans and specifications for public construction contracts.
- Maintains accurate inspection records, reports, and digital documentation systems.
- Provide technical guidance to Town staff, Boards and Commissions, and the public.
- Investigate and respond to complaints related to public works, traffic, drainage, and road maintenance.
- Administer programs and funding sources (e.g., Chapter 90, MWRA grants/loans), manage work orders, and maintain incident logs.
- Develop and maintain GIS mapping and related projects
- Stay current with applicable regulations, technology, and Town bylaws.
- Assist with supervision of winter plowing operations
Benefits
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off - vacation, sick, personal, holiday
- Pension Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
