Assistant Township Engineer

Jerseydigs; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Township Engineering Department is seeking a licensed professional to supervise field and office civil engineering tasks for design, maintenance, inspection, and construction of public structures. You will collaborate with contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public to ensure project success.

Under the Township Engineer, you will draft plans, review site plans, manage permits, conduct traffic studies, and prepare bid tabulations. A NJ P.E.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• NJ P.E. license and valid driver’s license required.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of public works projects from concept to closeout.
• Prepare drawings and drafting documentation.
• Review site plans and surveys for compliance.
• Process permitting and manage traffic studies.
• Coordinate public bid tabulations and contractor interactions.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Handling confidential information

Proactive and customer-focused mindset

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

GIS proficiency

Multi-tasking

Project/time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

GIS software

Job description

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Township Engineer, responsible for both field and office engineering tasks related to the design, maintenance, inspection, and construction of structures and systems. Provides professional engineering consulting services to all Township departments and the Governing Body, and performs related duties as required.

Key Responsibilities

This role involves the full lifecycle of engineering and public works projects—from initial concept and design through construction, inspection, and final closeout. Key responsibilities include:

• Infrastructure repair and replacement
• Drafting and drawing
• Ensuring quality and regulatory compliance
• Reviewing site plans and surveys
• Processing permits
• Conducting traffic studies
• Managing public bid tabulations

You will work closely with contractors, utility companies, regulatory agencies, and the public. Attendance at Township Committee and public meetings may be required. The position demands strong knowledge of engineering principles, construction materials and methods, and relevant codes and regulations.

Skills & Qualifications

• Detail-oriented, organized, and flexible
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Proactive and customer-focused mindset
• Supervisory experience and ability to serve as Acting Township Engineer
• Skilled in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD; GIS proficiency is a plus
• Strong multi-tasking and project/time management abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• NJ P.E. license and valid driver’s license required
• 3–5 years of relevant experience preferred

Compensation

Full-time. Salary Range: $115,000 – $142,800.