Engineer II / III

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chesapeake Virginia seeks an Engineer II/III to facilitate effective site development. The Engineer II will review roadway, drainage, grading and E&S control, and coordinate with developers and consultants to ensure timely project progression.

Engineer III will review EPA SWMM drainage analyses, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with the Public Facilities Manual. The role requires strong communication across departments and a focus on final inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or closely related field required.
• Engineer II requires a minimum of two years of related full-time experience.
• Engineer III requires a minimum of five years of related full-time experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve development plans for code compliance and public facilities drainage.
• Research and analyze engineering data to prepare and update plans and correspondence.
• Assist design consultants and developers through the development process.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Roadway drainage review

Interdepartmental coordination

Project development guidance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

EPA SWMM

Job description

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Job Type

Job Type Full Time

Posting Type

Posting Type Public

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Department

Department DEVELOPMENT AND PERMIT

Division

Division DEV & PERM ENGINEER/CONS

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026450

Number of hours worked per week

Number of hours worked per week 40

Work Schedule

8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday through Friday
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.

Work Site Location

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

Position Driving Requirement R - Routine

Pay Grade

Pay Grade GE17

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary

Engineer II: $75, 096 - $111,705
Engineer III : $82,884 - $123,290
Actual starting salary depends on education and relevant experience

Job Description

Our Development & Permits is seeking an Engineer II/ III (depending on qualifications) to facilitate effective site development.

A successful candidate for the Engineer II position will be able to do the following:
Perform review of roadway & complex drainage, grading and E&S control.

• Reviews and approves development plans to ensure code compliance for public facilities, drainage, stormwater management for site development.
• Researches and analyzes engineering data in order to prepare and update plans and correspondence

Assist design consultants and developers through the development process.

• Serves as City representative, coordinating development project implementation in a timely manner (accuracy %).
• Lead interdepartmental meetings with design consultants and developers, finding creative solutions to issues and diverging viewpoints.
• De-conflict comments between departments before review is sent to design consultant.
• Facilitates a comprehensive review of complex development plans, identifying and compiling applicable requirements and ensuring requirements are appropriately reflected on plans.
• Identify obstacles the developer may encounter during construction or near project completion that might delay activation and final inspection. Notify appropriate staff and developer.

Be able to work with multiple people on projects, ability to understand perspectives, and build relationships between the Departments.

• Following up in a timely manner with other Departments, design consultants, developers, and contractors.

Assist citizens with questions and concerns related to site development projects.

In addition to the above, a successful candidate for the Engineer III position will be able to do the following:
Be able to review EPA SWMM (Storm Water Management Model) drainage analysis and operate SWMM software.

• Ability to review Stormwater plans.
• Design consultants use EPA SWMM software almost exclusively for large development projects. A successful candidate will already possess proficient knowledge of the modeling software or be able to attain proficiency within six (6) months of hire.

Provides guidance and train engineering staff on development design concepts and Public Facilities Manual requirements.

• Senior level staff must be able to fill in for division head when needed and be able to explain Public Facilities Manual design concepts to less senior staff and to design consultants.
• Work with staff to ensure engineering reviews are consistent and reasonable solutions are being presented.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Engineer II/ III : Requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
Engineer II: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Engineer III : In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of five years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards.

Engineer II: Engineer-In-Training ( EIT ) or Professional Engineer (PE) license desired. Depending on position, State and/or City certification(s) may be required.
Engineer III : Depending on assignment, a Commercial Driver’s License ( CDL ) may be required. A Professional Engineer license is also required. Depending on position, State and/or City certification(s) may be required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/24/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 10/08/2026

Open Continuous No

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Standing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Sitting

Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Walking

Walking Occa­d­illy- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting

Lifting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Lifting Amount

Lifting Amount Exerting up to 10 lbs

Carrying

Carrying Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Carrying Weight

Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Pushing/Pulling N = Never

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Pushing/Pulling Weight N/A

Reaching

Reaching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Handling

Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Kneeling

Kneeling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Crouching

Bending Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Twisting

Twisting N = Never

Climbing

Vision

Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Foot Controls

Foot Controls Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

General office equipment and software, computer, calculator

Protective Equipment Required

None

Health and Safety

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Mechanical Hazards

Mechanical Hazards N = Never

Chemical Hazards

Chemical Hazards N = Never

Electrical Hazards

Electrical Hazards N = Never

Fire Hazards

Fire Hazards N = Never

Explosives

Explosives N = Never

Communicable Diseases

Communicable Diseases N = Never

Physical Danger or Abuse

Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never

Other

If Other, Description

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Dirt and Dust

Dirt and Dust N = Never

Extreme Temperatures

Extreme Temperatures N = Never

Noise and Vibration

Noise and Vibration N = Never

Fumes and Odors

Fumes and Odors N = Never

Wetness/Humidity

Wetness/Humidity N = Never

Darkness or Poor Lighting

Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never

Primary Work Location

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Emergency Situations

Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Noisy/Distracting Environment Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Other

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

No