Assistant City Engineer

American Society of Civil Engineers; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(a) retirement plan

Retirement health savings account

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Parental leave

Fitness membership

Job summary

The City of Walker is seeking an experienced Assistant City Engineer to help shape roads, parks, utilities and transportation systems. You will lead infrastructure planning, oversee projects from design to construction, and collaborate with MDOT, regional partners and City leadership to deliver critical public improvements.

Qualifications include a Civil Engineering degree, Michigan P.E. licensure within one year, and strong communication and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• P.E. license in Michigan or ability to obtain within one year.
• Strong knowledge of municipal engineering principles, infrastructure design, construction standards.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work with elected officials, residents, consultants, contractors, and team members.
• Valid Michigan driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage infrastructure planning for roads, bridges, sidewalks, trails, and stormwater systems.
• Oversee public improvement projects from design through construction.
• Collaborate with MDOT, Kent County, regional agencies, consultants, developers, and City leadership.
• Assist the Planning Commission in guiding private development projects that shape Walker's future.
• Recommend engineering solutions and modern infrastructure improvements.
• Support long-range planning and coordinate with Finance and Public Works on investments.
• Prepare engineering reports and present recommendations to City Commission and Planning Commission.
• Assist with grant applications and securing funding for future projects.

Skills

Strong communicator

Collaborative leader

Project management

Public service mindset

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Build the Future of Walker as Our Next Assistant City Engineer!

Design. Lead. Innovate. Make an Impact.

The City of Walker isn't just maintaining infrastructure, we're building the future of one of West Michigan's most vibrant and growing communities. We're looking for an experienced, collaborative, and forward-thinking Assistant City Engineer to help shape the roads, neighborhoods, parks, utilities, and transportation systems that thousands of residents rely on every day. If you're passionate about solving complex engineering challenges, leading meaningful public projects, and making a lasting difference in your community, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

The City of Walker is growing and with that the Engineering Department has a critical role to fill. We are looking for an additional Assistant City Engineer, and you'll be working alongside your counterpart and fellow Assistant City Engineer to oversee exciting public infrastructure projects from concept to completion. From managing traffic safety initiatives and roadway improvements to coordinating major capital projects and collaborating with regional partners, no two days are ever the same.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Manage infrastructure planning for roads, bridges, sidewalks, trails, and stormwater systems.
• Oversee public improvement projects from design through construction.
• Collaborate with MDOT, Kent County, regional agencies, consultants, developers, and City leadership.
• Assist the Planning Commission in guiding private development projects that shape Walker's future.
• Recommend innovative engineering solutions and modern infrastructure improvements.
• Support long-range planning that keeps our community growing responsibly.
• Step into leadership by assisting with department operations and serving in the City Engineer's absence when needed.
• Coordinating with Finance and Public Works on long-term infrastructure investments.
• Preparing engineering reports and presenting recommendations to City Commission, Planning Commission, and other boards.
• Assisting with grant applications and securing funding for future projects.
• Building positive relationships with residents, contractors, developers, and regional agencies.

Requirements

We're Looking for Someone Who Is:

• Passionate about public service
• A strong communicator and collaborative leader
• Skilled at managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Comfortable making technical recommendations and presenting them publicly
• Detail-oriented while keeping the "big picture" in focus
• Calm, professional, and solutions-focused under pressure
• Excited to help shape the future of an exceptional community

Minimum Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you'll possess:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Michigan (or the ability to obtain licensure within one year)
• Strong knowledge of municipal engineering principles, infrastructure design, construction standards, and project management
• Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively with elected officials, residents, consultants, contractors, and fellow team members
• Valid Michigan driver's license with an acceptable driving record

What Makes Walker Special?

The City of Walker is committed to delivering exceptional public services while investing in innovative infrastructure that supports our growing community. We believe great projects begin with great people, and we're proud to foster a collaborative workplace where ideas are valued, professional growth is encouraged, and employees make a real difference every day. When you join Walker, you're not just accepting a job, you'll become part of a team dedicated to building a stronger community for generations to come.

Ready to Build Something That Lasts?

If you're looking for an engineering career where your expertise shapes the future of an entire community, we'd love to hear from you.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

An employee in this position spends a portion of their time in an office setting with a controlled climate where they sit and work on a computer for extended periods of time; communicate by telephone, e-mail or in person, and move around the office or travel to other locations to attend meetings and site visits. Additionally, this position spends a portion of their time in the field conducting field inspections which typically involves moderate physical activity and exertion. An employee in this position visit field sites which may have treacherous terrain or dangers associated with construction sites. An employee must have the strength, stamina and physical coordination required to complete physical inspections in every type of weather condition, including occasionally extreme heat and severe cold weather. Inspections occasionally involve crawling, stooping, climbing or otherwise accessing all areas of the site, and the employee is required to have the vision capabilities needed to complete visual inspections and complete measurements.

This is a full-time exempt position with a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, defined contribution 401(a) retirement plan, retirement health savings account, life insurance, short and long-term disability, parental leave and fitness membership.