Engineer I/II/III Stormwater

FHLB Des Moines; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Job summary

City of Virginia Beach seeks a Project Engineer to support the Stormwater Engineering Center within the Department of Public Works. The role may be Engineer I, II or III depending on qualifications and experience, handling stormwater infrastructure, planning, design and project delivery.

The ideal candidate will manage the Stormwater Master Plan Update, oversee modeling and technical studies, review complex plans and oversee contracts for Flood Protection Program projects.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related field for Engineer I.
• Engineer II requires E.I.T. and 2 years of professional experience.
• Engineer III requires PE license and 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects aligned with the City’s Stormwater Master Plan Update.
• Perform and oversee stormwater modeling, analyses and studies.
• Review drainage plans, engineering studies and documents.
• Manage engineering contracts and Flood Protection Program projects.

Skills

Project management

Engineering analysis

Stormwater modeling

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

E.I.T. certification (Engineer In Training)

PE license (Virginia or eligible)

Job description

Job Posting End Date: Department: PUBLIC WORKS Compensation Grade: A17 Compensation Range & Starting Salary: Pay Range: Engineer I: (A12 - $63,190.40 - $98,467.20) Engineer II: (A14 - $71,739.20 - $111,176.00) Engineer III: (A17 - $83,033.60 - $128,710.40) Starting Salary - Depending on Qualifications Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime): Yes Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

About Us: Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

Project Engineer for the Stormwater Engineer Center Come join the Stormwater Engineering Center for an exciting opportunity to be part of the team delivering the City of Virginia Beach's Flood Protection Program. This position may be classified as an Engineer I, Engineer II, or Engineer III, depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant. The selected candidate will work in the Stormwater Technical Services Section of the Stormwater Engineering Center within the Department of Public Works. This position performs a variety of complex professional engineering duties related to stormwater infrastructure, planning, design, and project delivery.

Representative duties include, but are not limited to: Manage projects associated with the City's Stormwater Master Plan Update. Perform and/or oversee stormwater modeling, analyses, and technical studies. Review complex drainage plans, engineering studies, and related technical documents. Manage engineering and professional services contracts. Manage the design and construction of Flood Protection Program projects.

In addition to the minimum requirements, the ideal candidate for this positions will have experience listed in the preference below. Candidates with the preferred experience should ensure the information is provided in the application The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and leave.

Ideal Candidate must possess:

Engineer I - Bachelor's degree in engineering or closely related field, or Associates degree with six years of progressive experience of engineering level work.

Engineer II - Bachelor's degree in engineering or closely related field with possession of an E.I.T. (Engineer In Training) Certificate and two (2) years of progressive professional experience.

Engineer III - Bachelor's degree in engineering or closely related field with possession of a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license from the Virginia Board of Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects (APELSCIDLA) and five (5) years of progressive professional experience.

Additional Requirements:

• DMV Transcript: Yes
• CDL: No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: No
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: No

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Qualifications Engineer I:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related field, or an Associate’s Degree with six (6) years of progressive experience of engineering level work.

Minimum Qualifications Engineer II:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related field with possession of an E.I.T. (Engineer In Training) Certificate and two (2) years of progressive professional experience.

Minimum Qualifications Engineer III:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related field with possession of a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license from the Virginia Board of Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects (APELSCIDLA) and five (5) years of progressive professional experience.

Special Requirements:

All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.

The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position. https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.007204.pdf

Official Job Descriptions:

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VRS Contribution:

All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace:

The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:

The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law. The City of Virginia Beach boasts a diverse workforce of around 7,500 employees dedicated to delivering outstanding government services. Our team is guided by core values of quality customer service, teamwork, leadership and learning, integrity, commitment, and inclusion and diversity.