City Engineer

City of Olathe; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Olathe seeks an experienced City Engineer to lead engineering services for a fast-growing Kansas City suburb. You will guide a 70-person department responsible for capital projects, construction inspection, stormwater, traffic operations, and critical public infrastructure, delivering safe, efficient services to residents.

Reporting to Infrastructure leadership, you will bring strong civil engineering expertise, collaborative leadership, and a commitment to exceptional public service

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive civil engineering experience.
• At least 3 years of management or supervisory experience.
• Kansas Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 70-employee department.
• Oversee capital improvement projects.
• Oversee construction inspection.
• Manage stormwater, traffic operations, and critical public infrastructure.

Skills

Leadership

Public service

Communication

Civil engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

The City of Olathe, Kansas, is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking City Engineer to lead engineering services for one of the fastest-growing communities in the Kansas City metropolitan area. With a population of approximately 150,000, Olathe offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of a thriving community.

Reporting to Infrastructure leadership, the City Engineer will lead a 70-employee department responsible for capital improvement projects, construction inspection, stormwater management, traffic operations, and critical public infrastructure. The successful candidate will be a visible, collaborative leader who combines strong civil engineering expertise with sound judgment, effective communication, and a commitment to exceptional public service.

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, engineering, or a related field; at least 10 years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience; and three years of management or supervisory experience. A Kansas Professional Engineer license, or the ability to obtain one within six months of hire, is required.