ENGINEER

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Interview will not be conducted until mid January 2026

GRADE 15

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK:

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Engineer is responsible for reviewing construction site plans to ensure they meet legal, regulatory, and safety standards. This includes the technical planning, drawing/drafting of plans, coordinating, monitoring, inspecting, and reviewing the execution and completion of Town directed construction projects. The Engineer works in conjunction with applicable Directors, Stormwater Administrator, and Project Coordinator. This is not a supervisory position.

The Engineer duties include, but are not limited to:

Program/Project Management. Responsible for drawing/drafting and development of plats. Performs review of traffic engineering plans, rezonings, special exceptions and preliminary plats, and reviewing bridge/structure safety inspections to submit to VDOT. Responsible for conducting site visits/inspections or drainage investigations. Responsible for enforcing various codes and ordinances and is responsible for taking the correct actions, deviations, and/or violations and determining next steps within specified project. Responsible for reviewing any final construction plans and site plans for compliance with the Stormwater Management Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, Zoning Ordinance and other policies. Responsible for collaborating with internal teams and external agencies ensuring alignment and coordination of scheduled activities.

Compliance. Interprets and enforces any applicable federal, state and local codes, laws, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures. In collaboration with applicable Town parties, prepares letters of recommendation to correct deficiencies and/or for approval. Provides recommendations on developing improved policies and procedures for Public Works and Public Utilities division's responsibilities. Interacts with staff and outside agencies in the research and preparation of legal documents to complete job functions. Participates in the implementation of various engineering programs.

Program/Project Communication. Follows up on any inquiries, requests, and/or complaints from internal staff, external agencies, or general public. Provides technical assistance to citizens, property owners, land developers, design professionals, financial institutions, attorneys and the general public. Provides professional advice/presentations to various boards, committees, etc. Provides assistance for the Stormwater Management Program, Development Bond Program, Erosion and Sediment Control Program, Street Acceptance Program, Floodplain Program, Wetland Mitigation Bank Program, Environmental Program and Land Disturbing and Permitting Program to ensure compliance with applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, procedures, etc.

Administration & Additional Tasks. Prepares or completes various forms and reports (referral reports & staff reports). Drafts ordinances, ordinance amendments, resolutions, special exception conditions, fact sheets, agendas, meeting packets, maps, presentations, or other. Assists as needed to accomplish a variety of CIP project tasks as they relate to project management.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of modern principles and practices of civil engineering; general knowledge of design, construction, maintenance and cost estimating relating to public works facilities with special emphasis on road projects; general knowledge of land and engineering survey systems, methods and techniques; ability to prepare technical reports pertaining to engineering projects; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in civil engineering or related field and some experience in engineering construction and design.

Minimum of five (5) years' experience in engineering and project planning; preferably in municipal government. Minimum of five (5) years of using Computer Aided Design (CAD) to develop plans.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia. If relocating to VA, a valid VA drivers' license is required to be obtained within one (1) year from date of hire.

Upon hire Professional Engineer (P.E) License is required.

Possession of Certification as a Certified Construction Manager through Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) within two (2) years from date of hire.one year of appointment.

SUCCESS FRAMEWORK. The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this position.

Thorough knowledge of modern principles and practices of civil engineering.

Knowledge in understanding the different funding sources available through federal and state agencies.

General knowledge of designs for both public utilities and works infrastructure, construction, maintenance and cost estimating relating to public works facilities with special emphasis on road projects and water and sewer infrastructure.

General knowledge of land and engineering survey systems and methods and techniques.

Ability to prepare technical reports pertaining to engineering projects.

Ability to effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, members of the general public, employees, Town Officials and others involved in performance of job duties; ability to assemble reports in a concise, clear and effective manner.

Ability to use independent judgement and work with little direct supervision.

Ability to operate a computer, and other office equipment needed to perform job duties, proficiency in various software, including Microsoft Office suite; and excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.

WORK SCHEDULE.

This is a full-time position generally scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Standard hours may include a combination of weekdays, evenings and weekends depending on program/project needs.

EQUIPMENT & TOOLS. The following equipment/tools are commonly associated with the efficiency of the employees' performance of the function of this job.

Minimum of five (5) years of using Computer Aided Design (CAD) to develop plans.

Town provided computer including word processing software, printer, telephone/cellphone, calculator, copy machine, fax machine, and other associated office equipment.

*PHYSICAL ABILITIES. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of the job.

Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk for extended periods of time.

Work requires the ability to complete repetitive wrist, hand, and/or fine motor movement.

Work requires the ability to grasp, pull, push, and reach.

Work requires the ability to climb and balance.

Work requires the ability to talk, hear, listen, and comprehend.

Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate mechanical equipment.

Work requires visual acuity of 20 feet or more, visual acuity of 20 inches or less, three dimensional vision, precise hand/eye coordination, the ability to identify and distinguish colors., the ability to identify and distinguish colors.

Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.

Work requires the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.

WORK ENVIRONMENT. The following are possible atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

May occasionally be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures, humidity, noise, chemicals or gasses, contagious diseases, airborne particles or pathogens, and/or physical trauma.

May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.

May be exposed to biohazards or bloodborne pathogens.

Work may potentially involve risk of exposure to electric shock.

Salary Description

$91,108.00 to $145,882.00