Engineer 2 - Wastewater Design (OPEN & PROMOTIONAL)

Spokane County; United States; On-site; USD 76,059 - 105,941; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Life insurance

Job summary

Spokane County is seeking an Engineer 2 to perform office and field engineering tasks within the Public Works Department. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and one year of related experience, with responsibilities including road design, project oversight, and compliance with regulations.

This full-time role offers a salary range of $76,059.02 - $105,941.90 annually, providing opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of related experience in engineering.
• Possession of a valid Washington Driver's License.
• Ability to direct and check the work of lower-level engineers.

Responsibilities

• Perform road design, traffic analyses, and structural design.
• Direct and check work of technicians and lower-level engineers.
• Prepare applications for federal and state grants for various projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer certification in Washington

Tools

Hydraulic modeling software

Engineering modeling software

Job description

Note: Current Employees must use the Workday Dashboard career section to apply for this position. Employee Type: Regular Department: Sewer Operations Salary: $76,059.02 - $105,941.90 Annually / $6,338.25 - $8,828.49 Monthly / $36.57 - $50.93 Hourly Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Overtime Eligible: No Job Posting Date Range: 05/14/2026 - Until Filled

Job Summary

WHO MAY APPLY: This recruitment is open to all applicants meeting the minimum requirements. Priority consideration will be given to Spokane County employees in a position covered by the Public Works Guild bargaining unit applying 5.14.2026-5.21.2026 This position is responsible for professional office and field engineering work in a section of the County’s Public Works Department. Second professional level. Incumbents are expected to perform a variety of engineering and supervisory tasks on technically complex projects and assignments. Work requires the application of engineering principles and practices. Work is performed with considerable independence under the guidance of a higher-level engineer and is reviewed for the accuracy of the final product.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Engineering and Roads

• Performs road design, traffic analyses and design, stormwater facility design, and structural design.
• Directs and checks the work of technicians, consultants and lower level engineers preparing contract plans, specifications, estimates for contract documents.
• Reviews plans and studies to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations; manages technical aspects of projects, including computer modeling, data collection and monitoring.
• Resolves problems on failing systems, determines cause of failure and determines best approach to remedy problem.
• Responds to public questions in person, in writing and by phone; plans and conducts workshops on engineering issues.
• Prepares applications for federal and state grants for various projects.
• Prepares reports, testimony, and presentations on engineering issues for community groups and public hearing.
• Performs construction administration by supervising lower level engineer(s), supervises field inspectors, resolves construction contract conflicts, and administers construction contracts.
• Reviews reports, plans and specifications submitted by developers for road design and stormwater conveyance, treatment or disposal facilities; reviews stormwater facility operations with maintenance personnel.
• Reviews, applies and maintains compliance with relevant permits.
• Represents the County Engineer at meetings with developers and consulting engineers.
• Evaluates complex and/or alternative road and storm drainage system design concepts for conformance to good engineering practice and County Standards.
• Drafts related legal documents, such as easements, special agreements, etc., as necessary to protect the public’s interest related to development projects.
• Directs the activities of the Maintenance Section.
• Responsible for developing a three-year maintenance plan.
• Coordinates rock-crushing projects to support the program.
• Develops the maintenance budget and monitors expenditures to insure compliance.
• Develops effective maintenance strategies for roads and bridges.
• Directs the activities of third and second line maintenance supervisors involved in the maintenance of county roads, bridges, drainage facilities rights of way and other facilities.
• Coordinates work schedules prepared by supervisors, monitors progress, and inspects field work.
• Coordinates with the Design Engineer, Construction Engineer and others to insure the maintainability of new roads and bridges.
• Performs routine, under bridge inspections (UBIT) and damage inspections of Spokane County's bridge inventory, coordinating underwater and special inspections with WSDOT.
• Manages the Bridge Inspection files and Washington State Bridge Inventory System (WSBIS) database.
• Performs load ratings, overweight permit vehicle evaluations and recommends weight restrictions and repairs.
• Assists with design and drafting related to bridge maintenance projects, prepares estimates, scopes, layouts and grant applications for future bridge repair, replacement and rehabilitation projects.
• Completes hydraulic modeling as needed for bridge replacement or repairs.
• Plans and conducts workshops on engineering issues.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Stormwater Utility

• Performs complex stormwater facilities study and design work.
• Directs and checks the work of technicians and lower level engineers preparing construction plans, specifications, estimates, and contract documents.
• Reviews plans and studies to ensure conformance with local, state, and federal regulations and stormwater management plans; manage technical aspects of projects, including computer modeling, data collection, and monitoring.
• Directs consultants and contractors in preparing plans and conducting studies or inspections; performs facilities design work by preparing plans, specification, and estimates.
• Reviews reports, plans and specifications submitted by contractors or consultants for stormwater conveyance, treatment, and disposal facilities.
• Reviews stormwater facility operations with maintenance personnel.
• Resolves problems with failing stormwater systems, determines causes of failure and best approach to remedy problems.
• Responds to public questions in person, in writing, and by telephone; plan and conduct workshops on stormwater management issues.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Sewer Planning and Design

• Performs a variety of complex design and analysis work in the wastewater field.
• Directs and checks the work of technicians and lower level engineers preparing construction plans, specifications, estimates, and contract documents.
• Reviews plans and studies to ensure compliance with local, state and federal wastewater regulations and standards.
• Manages technical aspects of projects, including hydraulic modeling, data collection, pipeline routing selections, specification writing, and coordination with other projects and agencies.
• Manages consultant contracts related to wastewater studies, design projects, and construction management.
• Prepares complete plans, specifications, and detailed cost estimates to facilitate the competitive bidding process.
• Investigates problems on existing wastewater systems, determines causes of problems, and determines reasonable solutions for implementation.
• Responds to public questions in person, in writing, and by telephone.
• Plans and conducts public informational meetings and workshops for wastewater projects.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited college. One (1) year of related experience in engineering; or any satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience relevant to the position. Possession of a valid Washington Driver's License at time of employment.

Engineer 2: Meet requirements for Engineer 1, and possesses a certification as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington. Engineering certification from states with reciprocity with Washington will be accepted, provided that the incumbent applies for and receives a Washington Professional Engineering Certification within six (6) months of being classified as an Engineer 2.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of basic engineering principles and practices sufficient to perform the work.

Knowledge of complex engineering theories, principles and practices.

Knowledge of Local, State and Federal Regulations.

Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.

Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, subordinates, supervisors, contractors and the public.

Ability to determine the kind of data required for a project, and to direct the activities of others in gathering the data.

Ability to accurately analyze data and prepare technical reports.

Ability to accurately analyze data and prepare a design.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to maintain a good working relationship with property owners, general public, contracts, agencies and fellow workers.

Ability to investigate field conditions and diagnose problems.

Ability to organize work tasks to complete projects within established timetables.

Ability to work with various computer programs: engineering models, word processing, database, spreadsheet, and various Geographic Information Systems applications.

Ability to effectively manage projects through to completion and according to established deadlines.

Ability to research legal documents, codes and regulations.

Ability to perform complex engineering work on studies, designs, construction management, and field operations.

Ability to supervise the work on engineering projects, and to perform design and review work if required by the position.

Ability to work effectively with only general supervision.

Behavioral Standards

All County employees are responsible for contributing to a safe and positive work environment, actively demonstrating the County values in their daily work and interactions:

Respect: Appreciating and valuing customers, other County employees and County leadership by showing courtesy, friendliness and fairness. Communicating in a productive and professional manner.

Accountability: Honoring and delivering on commitments by taking responsibility for personal actions and results; being a responsible steward of public resources and the trust County residents have placed in each of us.

Integrity: Modelling transparent and ethical behavior and demonstrating it with honest and trustworthy behaviors and actions; leading by example and performing work to the highest standards.

Innovation: Striving for excellence by actively pursuing opportunities for new and improved methods, procedures or technologies; fostering an environment of engagement and empowerment and embracing continuous improvement.

Working Conditions

The work environment is primarily inside, where the noise and temperature levels are moderate. Work is also performed outdoors; and requires occasional travel within the County, exposing the associate to weather extremes, various forms of precipitation and the hazards associated with travel on public roads. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. As every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may reasonably be considered incidental in the performing of their duties as though they were included in this job description.

Total Compensation

$97,356 - $135,606 Annually. Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.