Engineer I - Development Services

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

4d • $79,185 - $110,905 • Onsite

About The Position

Pima County Development Services Department, Site Review Engineering Division is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our dynamic, collaborative team as an Engineer I. This position will support the review of private commercial and residential development improvement projects throughout Pima County. This is an excellent opportunity to apply and expand your engineering expertise while contributing directly to significant infrastructure, land development, drainage, roadway, utility, and site improvement projects that help shape the future of Pima County. As part of our team, you will work alongside experienced engineers, project managers, planners, inspectors, and other development professionals in a collaborative environment. The position provides opportunities to strengthen your technical skills, gain valuable experience with land development standards and regulations, and develop your professional career in public-sector civil engineering. If you are looking for an opportunity to expand your professional skills, work on meaningful development projects, and grow your career alongside a dedicated team of professionals, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Pima County Development Services Department. This is an in-office position located in Tucson, AZ, and cannot be remote. The Development Services Department is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering or closely-related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND current registration or licensure in any state as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Professional Engineer (RPE) or the ability to obtain registration in the State of Arizona during probation period.
• Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Arizona or the ability to obtain registration in the State of Arizona within the probationary period of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum two (2) years experience reviewing subdivision improvement plans, including grading, drainage, sewer, water, and transportation improvements.
• Minimum two (2) years experience applying working knowledge of local, state, and federal development codes, standards, regulations, and permitting requirements within a development or permitting environment.
• Minimum two (2) years experience coordinating development project reviews with multiple internal divisions, external agencies, utility providers, and other project stakeholders.
• Minimum two (2) years experience performing technical engineering plan reviews, problem-solving, and analytical evaluations, including interpreting engineering plans, specifications, calculations, and technical reports.
• Minimum two (2) years experience managing development project submittals, documenting technical review comments, and communicating review requirements to applicants, engineers, consultants, and other project representatives.

Responsibilities

• Participates in designs, studies and cost estimates and prepares reports for future and proposed projects;
• Analyses of engineering systems to optimize operations;
• Determines need for basic data, such as field surveys, location of utilities and soil tests and requests information through appropriate channels;
• Coordinates design and other features of work with other departments and public agencies;
• Reviews completed work for conformance with original job instructions and accepted engineering practices;
• Reviews or checks designs, drawings and profiles for adequacy, soundness of engineering features and practicality;
• Checks and reviews final plans and specifications including contract projects for submission to supervisor;
• Prepares or supervises the preparation of as-built plans or statistical analysis of systems;
• Performs research, investigative and design work;
• Manages the construction of public works projects;
• Provides professional engineering direction and guidance in the construction, maintenance or operation of public works facilities and structures;
• Performs design review of plans and technical reports for private development for conformance to County standards;
• Prepares and reviews engineering solicitations, invitations to bid and evaluates submittments;
• Reviews plans, specifications and analyses prepared under contract and administers contracts;
• Leads other engineering staff or contractors.

Benefits

• The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level