Engineer I

City of Midland; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Midland's Engineering Services Department seeks an Engineer I to support planning, design, and implementation of capital improvement projects citywide. Under the direction of the City Engineer, you will contribute to road, water, wastewater, and parks infrastructure throughout Midland.

Requirements include a Civil Engineering degree, a Texas PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months, at least five years of municipal civil engineering experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PE license in Texas or ability to obtain within six months.
• Minimum of five years of civil engineering experience with design/management of capital improvement projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil3D, and other relevant engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Design and/or manage the design of projects within the Engineering Services Department, ensuring adherence to standards, project schedules, and budgets.
• Supervise the preparation of construction drawings, cost estimates, specifications, bid documents, and construction schedules.
• Coordinate with consultants, regulatory agencies, and contractors through planning, design, and construction phases to ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and permitting requirements.
• Stay abreast of emerging industry trends, best practices, and technological advancements to continuously improve engineering process and methodologies.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Engineering principles

Written & verbal communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Project design & management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE license (Texas) or ability to obtain within 6 months

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Engineering software

Job description

Join our dynamic team at the Engineering Services Department as an Engineer I and make a meaningful impact on our City's infrastructure! Under the general direction of the City Engineer, or their designated representative, you will play a crucial role in the planning, design, and implementation of various capital improvement projects throughout the City of Midland. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, including road and drainage infrastructure, water and wastewater systems, parks and recreational facilities, and more.

• Design and/or manage the design of projects within the Engineering Services Department, ensuring adherence to standards, project schedules, and budgets.
• Supervise the preparation of construction drawings, cost estimates, specifications, bid documents, and construction schedules.
• Coordinate with consultants, regulatory agencies, and contractors through planning, design, and construction phases to ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and permitting requirements.
• Stay abreast of emerging industry trends, best practices, and technological advancements to continuously improve engineering process and methodologies.

Requires the ability to drive, site, stand, kneel, twist, climb, and lift moderate weight (up to 50 pounds). Will be exposed to seasonal temperatures while inspecting project sites. Protective clothing or equipment on job sites is required.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, with a Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months.
• Minimum of five (5) years of civil engineering experience, with experience in design/managing capital improvement projects; municipal experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil3D, and other relevant engineering software.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and standards, including but not limited to transportation, water resources, utilities, and infrastructure design.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.