Civil Engineer - Water/Wastewater CIP

City of Peoria, Arizona; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 92,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Peoria, Arizona is seeking a Civil Engineer to join the Development and Engineering Department, supporting water and wastewater CIP projects in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment with engineers and project managers.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, a minimum of four years of professional experience, and a Registered Professional Engineer license upon hire or reciprocity. Valid AZ driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, related field, or equivalent.
• Minimum of four years professional engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison with outside agencies; administer contracts.
• Review engineering plans and specifications; evaluate solutions for expansions and new construction.
• Coordinate with developers, contractors, consultants, the public and City leadership.

Skills

Civil engineering

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Application Deadline:

December 20, 2026

Salary Range:

Min $92,369.93 - Mid $114,537.61 - Max $136,705.28

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Department:

Development and Engineering

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, related field, or equivalent.

Experience:

• Minimum of four years professional engineering experience or in a related field. Requires a working knowledge of Civil Engineering principles, specialized practices, equipment and procedures.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Professional Engineer License required upon hire or equivalency through state reciprocity.
• Valid AZ Driver’s License upon hire.

Preferred/Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in a municipal or government setting

Tell me more…….

The City of Peoria’s Development and Engineering Department is seeking a motivated Civil Engineer to join the Engineering Services Division, supporting water and wastewater Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment alongside a talented group of professional engineers and project managers.

Strong customer service, communication, and relationship-building skills are essential to success in this role. The selected candidate will work closely with internal departments, engineering consultants, general contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to support the successful delivery of capital improvement projects.

Under general direction, this position supports the planning, development, design, and implementation of water and wastewater CIP projects from initial concept through construction, completion, and closeout. Responsibilities include serving as a liaison with outside agencies; administering contracts; responding to City management and public inquiries and concerns; reviewing engineering plans and specifications; evaluating and developing solutions for system expansions, new construction, and relocation projects; and coordinating with developers, contractors, consultants, the public, internal departments, and City leadership.

Additional responsibilities include developing guidelines, codes, plans, and specifications; participating in consultant selection processes; coordinating inspections; monitoring project budgets; and performing other related duties as assigned.

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Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees:Click here to view benefits offered.

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community’s needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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