Senior Engineering Technician

Salary: $80,088.00 - $105,391.00 Annually

Location : OR 97123, OR

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2025-144

Department: Public Works

Opening Date: 05/08/2025

Closing Date: 5/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary Range: $80,088- $105,391 annually

Placement on salary range determined by relevant experience presented in application materials.

Full-time, non-exempt position plus full benefits package.

The closing date for this position is 11:59 p.m., Sunday, May 25, 2025.

About this Opportunity:

The City of Hillsboro Public Works Department is seeking a Senior Engineering Technician to join our development inspection team. In this role, you will support the inspection and coordination of public infrastructure projects within the public right of way. This includes oversight of stormwater systems, sanitary sewers, and street assets. Projects may range from residential and commercial developments to rehabilitation of existing infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

Inspect public infrastructure assets in the right of way to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.

Review engineering and construction plans prior to project start.

Facilitate pre-construction meetings with developers, contractors, and internal staff.

Manage and document daily construction inspections.

Coordinate and resolve conflicts with internal departments, contractors, and utility companies.

Use permit management software to track project status and documentation.

Ensure thorough and timely close-out of completed projects, including final inspections and records. Successful Candidates Will Have:

Experience in engineering, construction inspection, or related public works roles.

Strong understanding of storm, sewer, and street infrastructure systems.

Ability to interpret civil plans, specifications, and construction documents.

Excellent organizational, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.

Proficiency with permitting and project management systems (e.g., Accela, Cityworks, or similar). For full job classification details please click here.

Current / Upcoming Projects:

South Hillsboro (Residential)

North Hillsboro (Commercial)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Transportation, or Utilities Management, or a closely related field; and three years of journey-level experience in drafting, field inspection, engineering, surveying work, and/or data or computer analysis, including lead worker responsibilities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

LICENSE(S) / CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid, current Driver's License and safe driving record WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

(Must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations)

This position works in an indoor office environment, but also is outdoors in the field, exposed to weather

Positions in this class typically require balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodation

Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally (up to 1/3 of workday), and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of workday), and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly (2/3 or more of workday) to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, intense noises, travel, and environmental conditions?

Interview Timeline

Job Posting: 5/8/25- 5/25/25

Application Review: Week of 5/25/25

First Round Interview: Week of 6/9/25

Final Candidate Selection: Week of 6/23/25

Note: Timeline is subject to change. Additional interview rounds may be scheduled based on City need.

Commitment To Diversity

Hiring a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve is essential to delivering exceptional City services and programs. The City of Hillsboro is committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees to thrive. We value, respect, and empower employees as unique individuals with authentic voices and diverse ideas.

City of Hillsboro is proud to offer robust benefit packages to employees. Please check out our for benefit guides for our non-represented full-time employees and part-time employees. Benefits may vary for positions identified in Police, Fire, and Library collective bargaining agreements, which can also be found on the Salary and Benefits page.

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Please prepare responses to each of the following items. Provide as much detail as you believe will fully describe your experience and training. Applications without a Resume, Cover Letter, and Supplemental Question answers will be considered incomplete and not moved forward. Do you understand these requirements?

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Please describe your experience in inspection or installation of storm, sewer and streets in the public right of way.

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