Staff Engineer - EIT

Williams County • Williston, ND

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the County Engineer, the Staff Engineer- EIT performs skilled and technical engineering duties related to transportation system planning and maintenance projects. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents in this position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change with or without notice. Incumbents must be able to perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Must be registered as or working towards Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification in North Dakota
• Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver’s License or equivalent
• Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

Responsibilities

• Conducts engineering studies related to County transportation system planning, design, construction, and maintenance
• Develops overall design concepts and prepares details for transportation infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and drainage systems
• Utilizes AutoCAD Civil 3D to develop plan and profile sheets, estimates, and detailed design documents
• Prepares design specifications for transportation-related projects
• Performs engineering calculations to determine quantities, areas, and project costs
• Conducts or oversees construction inspections, materials testing, construction staking, and surveying to ensure compliance with project specifications and contract requirements
• Maintains accurate records and documentation, including field notes, daily logs, and project reports, in accordance with County, State, and Federal requirements
• Manages a comprehensive inventory of County road surfacing types, bridges, and culverts; ensures timely reporting to the North Dakota Department of Transportation and other agencies
• Maintains project files and provides project management for road and bridge improvement projects directly or through coordination with consulting engineers
• Performs traffic analysis by deploying and retrieving radar traffic counters; interprets data to inform roadway planning and maintenance decisions
• Assists with special assessment projects in accordance with the North Dakota Century Code
• Assists in the review of engineering plans and plat submissions through the County Planning and Zoning Board and the Building Department
• Maintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code.

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance plan for single, single plus dependent, or family contracts
• Term life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Fully funded retirement benefits through the North Dakota Public Employee Retirement System

What This Job Offers

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