Project Engineer

City of Auburn•Auburn, WA

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About The Position

The City of Auburn Engineering division is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Capital Projects team. This role offers a unique opportunity to directly shape and improve our local community while taking on ownership of a variety of different engineering disciplines. You won't just be filling a position—you’ll be driving meaningful projects that touch residents' daily lives. Beyond the immediate impact, this position provides professional development, cross-departmental collaboration, and long-term career progression within a stable, growth-oriented environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; AND Five (5) years of civil engineering project management experience OR Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; A ND Professional Civil Engineering License Engineer In Training Designation OR Professional Civil Engineering License is required, as is a valid driver's license without impending loss at the time of appointment.
Capital project management experience
Proficiency reading and reviewing engineering design plans/specs
Familiarity with municipal public works standards
Clear, timely communication with internal groups and external partners.

Responsibilities

Proactively manages the design and construction of assigned capital public works improvement projects.
Develop and review capital public works improvement project plans, bid specifications, cost estimates, and contract proposals prepared utilizing in-house resources and/or engineering consultant services.
Work closely with the Engineering Service's Contract Administration staff and the Utilities, Traffic, Survey, and Construction Sections, relating to the design and construction of capital public works improvement projects.
Coordinate with Federal, State, County, and local governmental agencies, railroads, franchise utility companies, private property owners, various community organizations, and other City departments relating to the design and construction of capital public works improvement projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans with employee premiums paid by the City
Employer contributions to the State Retirement System pension plans
17 days of paid vacation per year (prorated)
11 paid holidays per year
2 paid floating holidays of your choice per year
VEBA ( tax-free health savings account)
Optional Flexible Spending benefit plan
Deferred Compensation plan options
Employee Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program