Engineer IV

Snohomish County•Everett, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Snohomish County Public Works is hiring a talented individual to fill a key Public Works Engineer IV position in our Engineering Services Design team. In this senior level professional position, you will provide leadership for a core staff of design engineers and technicians to meet the challenges of delivering a wide variety of transportation improvement projects throughout the County. You will share your knowledge, perspective, and skills by mentoring your team as they ensure high-quality roads, bridges, pedestrian improvements, stream restoration, and other projects that benefit the lives of the residents of Snohomish County. The ideal candidate will have extensive project management and design experience preparing engineering studies, plans, specifications, estimates, and construction documents for a variety of public works projects. This is a senior level professional position where the successful candidate shall have the ability to lead a diverse team, have excellent communications skills and be able to creatively solve problems on complex projects. Qualified candidates Join our award-winning team if you have a proven track record of accomplishment and collaboration to deliver multiple projects ranging in size and complexity from $400K to more than $10M.

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering or a related engineering specialty and eight (8) years of professional engineering experience; OR, any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skill and ability to perform the work.
Must pass job related tests.
A Professional Engineer's License in civil engineering is required for all positions.
A valid Washington State Driver's License is required.
Job offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
Knowledge of: civil engineering standards, principles and practices with special reference to the functional area methods and techniques related to the planning, design, construction and maintenance of public works facilities
Knowledge of: federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations related to the area of assignment
Knowledge of: the principles and practices of planning, scheduling and budgeting
Ability to: methods to conduct comprehensive engineering studies and data analysis
Ability to: the literature, trends and developments in the area of specialty
Ability to: manage multiple projects and activities
Ability to: design construction projects by preparing contract plans and specifications and developing estimates
Ability to: direct and evaluate the work of subordinate employees
Ability to: develop project specific work plans, schedules and budgets
Ability to: propose solutions to complex problems utilizing professional knowledge, research and other outside resources
Ability to: establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, associates, subordinates, representatives of other agencies, and with the general public
Ability to: communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; prepare a variety of correspondence, reports and other written materials and documents
Ability to: exercise excellent interpersonal communication skills, conflict resolution and negotiation skills
Ability to: walk and climb on construction sites

Nice To Haves

Experience designing and permitting transportation projects from concept through construction.
Proven track record of delivering results and building accountability.
Ability to create a positive work environment for staff, promoting teamwork and creative thinking.
Ability to coach and mentor staff to develop their skills.
Leadership.
Communication.
Problem solving and decision making.
Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with staff and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Plans and coordinates all engineering operations related to complex engineering projects.
Acts as a division resource in resolving complex engineering problems relating to design, land development, traffic operations and right of way use and acquisition.
Assigns, evaluates and leads the work of four (4) or more subordinate employees as required; advises, assists and trains subordinates as necessary; participates in the selection of new employees, and may perform periodic performance evaluations.
Directs the preparation of comprehensive engineering studies and databases in order to compile, cross-index and analyze information for engineering planning and decision making.
Resolves design and funding problems on county projects under construction to ensure that the completed project operates as intended and preserves the public health and safety.
Prepares and manages the preparation of project plans, specifications, estimates and construction documents to assure that assigned projects are completed on schedule and within an acceptable budget.
Coordinates operations with resource groups, other county departments and programs, outside agencies, citizen groups and the general public as necessary; provides technical assistance to other county departments as required.
Reviews and approves plans and contract documents before they are used in the public bidding process for county construction projects, includes stamping plans and specifications with Professional Engineer's License.
Works with the Prosecuting Attorney's Office to resolve engineering related legal issues and acts as an expert witness on engineering aspects of design and right-of-way use/acquisition and land development for assigned public works projects.
Prepares reports and recommendations to the County Council, various community groups and outside agencies as necessary; may conduct or participate in public hearings to explain program plans and solicit public input.
Prepares Federal and State funding applications, prospectus packages, council approval motions, permits and jurisdictional agreements and other documents to support funding of design and construction projects on the County ACP and Six Year TIP.
Responds to inquiries from the public regarding specific problems or issues in area of assignment.
Prepares regular project status reports and task assignments status reports.
Selecting and managing of engineering consultants to provide necessary project services for the department when the expertise or resources are not available.
Coordinates with other County agencies, governmental agencies; municipalities, citizen groups, developers, and utilities to achieve project goals and presents comments on behalf of the Public Works department.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental, and other benefits
Earn a Pension! Start vesting for a Washington Department of Retirement System (DRS) PERS pension.
Security, stability, and a lifelong career!
Competitive wages
job flexibility and stability
pension opportunities
employer paid ORCA cards
Retirement : County employees participate in the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) administered by the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
Medical benefits: The County offers a choice of three comprehensive medical insurance plans with low deductibles. The county’s contribution to this benefit is significant.
Flexible work schedules for some positions.
Career development training.
Sick leave: You will accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month.
Vacation Leave: You will start out accruing 8 hours of vacation leave per month totaling 2.4 weeks of vacation in your first year. Your leave accruals increase based on your years of employment with the County.
Holiday Pay: The County observes 11 paid legal holidays per year and provides employees with two floating holidays annually.
Benefits: The County offers a wide range of benefits including, medical, and dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, deferred compensation and more.
Deferred Compensation : If you choose to participate in the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP), the County will match your contributions up to 1 percent of your base monthly salary.
Pay Increases: Each year you will be eligible for a step increase until you reach the top step.
Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA): Effective January 1, 2027, all six (6) step salary tables shall have a seventh (7 th ) step added to the top of each pay grade. Employees who have been at step 6 for a full year shall be placed at step 7 effective January 1, 2027.