Engineer I

Weld County Government•Greeley, CO

3d•$76,315 - $103,022•Onsite

About The Position

Entry-level Engineer I position within the Development Review Division of the Planning Services Department which assists with engineering related items for Planning and Oil & Gas land use cases. This position requires case management of multiple types of development submittals with an emphasis on engineering review and inspection; review of drainage reports associated with projects and provide comment in relation to the Weld County Code; review traffic studies and the impact of development on transportation systems and recommend improvements; review and provide redlines on engineered plans for on-site and off-site improvements in relation to land use cases; present information both in a professional written format and verbally to landowners, engineers, consultants, Boards and Commissions; And assist with Improvements Agreements that are to be presented to the Board of County Commissioners, access permitting in relation to the land use case and Floodplain permitting.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED and Bachelor's Degree Civil Engineering or other technical field
2 years of experience working as an engineer performing similar duties to those listed OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Colorado Driver's license (Upon Hire Required)
Candidate must have a valid Driver’s License and Liability Insurance Upon Hire (Required)
Candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) evaluation and if hired, will be subject to continuous monthly MVR monitoring and random drug screens throughout employment. (Required)
This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

E.I. Certification in the State of Colorado
Driving is essential in this position.

Responsibilities

Review design and construction plan sets and reports, such as drainage and traffic studies, produced by other engineers and recommend acceptance or improvements to documents.
Perform independent evaluation, selection, and application of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgement and ingenuity in making minor adaptations and modifications.
Work and communicate (oral and written) at a highly effective level with other staff, Commissioners, Hearing Officers, County and outside agencies, contractors, and the public.
Read, interpret, and apply engineering criteria in reference to the Weld County Code (WCC), Weld County Engineering and Construction Criteria (WCECC), and all other State and Federal criteria that applies.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Assist with assignments requiring independent and individual contribution such as Floodplain permitting and Improvements Agreements.
Other Duties Assigned.