Engineer / Flood Control District

Pinal-County; Florence (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinal County is seeking a professional civil engineer to support the Engineering Branch of the Public Works Department. This role involves reviewing project plans and specifications, assisting in bid documents, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards under supervision.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and has 2 years of experience in civil projects, with proficiency in CAD and GIS tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 2 years of professional civil engineering experience.
• Knowledge of civil engineering practices, codes and public works standards.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications and reports for project reviews.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional civil engineering assignments and review plans and permits for PWD projects.
• Develop technical drawings and reports using CAD/GIS software and maintain project records.
• Coordinate with clients, agencies and municipalities and respond to public inquiries.
• Ensure work complies with county regulations and design standards.

Skills

Reading engineering plans

Civil project coordination

Regulatory compliance

Technical report writing

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Civil Project Management

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Hydraulic/Stormwater modeling tools (HEC-RAS/HEC-HMS/FLO-2D)

Job description

When it comes to finding a new job, many job seekers focus only on the salary. Here at Pinal County, we believe there is much more to consider. One of the biggest advantages of working for Pinal County is the value of our opportunities and how they can positively affect your life and future. Simply put, we prioritize people.

When we take good care of our employees, they take good care of our citizens. We are dedicated to providing our employees with a healthy work/life balance through paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and don’t forget paid sabbaticals every five years. We invest in your well-being with affordable healthcare plans and monthly wellness events. We secure your future with highly sought-after retirement plans. We invest in you every day. Pinal County offers a rewarding experience and meaningful work. Find your purpose here in Pinal County and help us make a difference in our community.

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance.
• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
  • 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
    • After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
    • After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
  • 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
• Ten Paid Holidays+ One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years
  • Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
  • Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
  • Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
  • Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From
  • Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
  • Quarterly Wellness Challenges
  • Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
  • Vaccination Clinics
  • Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
  • Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
  • Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
  • Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
  • Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Telehealth
• Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education
• Employee AssistanceProgram with Ongoing Training & Development Options
• Civil Service Leave
• Van Pool Options
• Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU.

JOB SUMMARY

Perform professional engineering work in technical review of project plans and specifications for the Engineering Branch of the Public Works Department (PWD) and manage engineering assignments according to time lines, budgets, state and Federal regulations, County policies and codes, environmental and water quality laws, and roadway regulations under basic supervision.

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.

• Perform professional civil engineering assignments using training, experience, work knowledge and abilities, review plans, specifications, and permit applications for assigned PWD engineering projects, and perform work within scope of authority and training in assigned area of responsibility.
• Evaluate plans and permit applications to verify technical accuracy of project specifications, inspect work sites, and analyze technical reports to assure on-site work meets County regulations and PWD design standards and research and evaluate plans and technical documentation to maintain PWD quality standards.
• Develop construction, transportation, traffic control, and flood plain management plans, and other specialized engineering specifications and technical documents.
• Produce technical drawings for civil engineering projects, using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software and prepare reports for PWD records, project files, and databases.
• Review details of infrastructure in areas adjacent to PWD projects and verify all engineering issues are addressed.
• Coordinate project plans with clients, engineers, regional agencies, and municipalities and provide customer response to citizens who need information and guidance on construction projects and floodplain management regulations.
• Maintain and update computer files, tracking systems and databases and write technical documents and reports.
• Verify construction and maintenance work is completed according to specifications, and that project deliverables meet PWD cost and quality requirements, review technical and analytical reports, and make technical estimates of a specialized nature for projects, contracts, and regulatory issues.
• Assist in preparing and compiling bid documents and specifications, documenting scope of work, and soliciting bids and quotes and assist with contracts and purchase agreements for services and material.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations, utilize proper safety precautions in all work performed, and report safety hazards, equipment problems, and emergency situations to supervisor immediately.
• To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Civil Project Management
• Two (2) years of professional engineering, civil construction management or civil project management.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registration as a Professional Engineer by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM).
• Experience with Watershed and Channel Modeling software such as HEC-RAS/HEC-HMS/FLO-2D.

• Knowledge of principles of civil engineering programs, land-use planning, and construction project management.
• Knowledge of Federal and state codes and regulations governing civil engineering and public works projects.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of civil engineering plans and specifications and advanced mathematics and physics.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, tools, equipment, and supplies used in PWD engineering projects.
• Knowledge of technical drafting principles and mapping and construction survey methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of personal computers utilizing standard and specialized software, including GIS and AutoCAD software applications used in planning, mapping, and statistical analysis.
• Skill in reading and understanding engineering plans, specifications, and schematics.
• Skill in applying engineering theory and skills to solve engineering project issues and problems.
• Skill in operating, calibrating, and maintaining specialized engineering tools and equipment.
• Skill in interpreting technical information and producing basic engineering drawings and technical reports.
• Skill in incorporating field notes and survey data into specialized engineering software.
• Skill in applying algebra, geometry, and trigonometry to complex mathematical problems and making accurate computations.
• Skill in interpreting technical instructions and analyzing complex variables.
• Ability to promote and enforce safe work practices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work also requires the ability to balance, climb, crawl, crouch, finger, feel, grasp, handle, reach, perform repetitive motion, kneel, lift, pull, push, speak, hear, stand, stoop, walk, operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment, and demonstrate visual and mental acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs. This announcement may be closed as soon as a sufficient number of qualified applicants have applied.

The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the midpoint require additional approval.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value

professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration,

which may impact your future Pinal County applications.

All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply.

However, visa sponsorship is not available.

Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).

Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law.

Work in this classification requires an individual to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.