Engineer IV at State of Delaware

University of Delaware; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking an experienced Administrator for the Division of Public Health's Office of Engineering in Washington, DC. This role focuses on overseeing the review and approval of engineering plans related to drinking water infrastructure and other regulatory activities. Candidates should possess a Delaware Professional Engineering License, a minimum of 5 years in civil engineering, and experience in project management. The position includes duties such as drafting plans, conducting inspections, and liaising with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Delaware Professional Engineering License or similar.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Civil Engineering.
• 6 months of experience in project management.

Responsibilities

• Draft and modify engineering designs and plans.
• Review permit applications for regulatory compliance.
• Plan and conduct field studies and inspections.
• Provide technical guidance to staff.

Skills

Drafting engineering designs

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Technical guidance

Data analysis

Education

Delaware Professional Engineering License

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The Office of Engineering is responsible for permitting, compliance and enforcement of regulated Drinking Water State Revolving Fund activities associated with drinking water infrastructure construction in the State. The incumbent in this position will serve as the Administrator for the Division of Public Health's Office of Engineering. This position is responsible for the review and approval of regulatory‑driven construction plans including drinking water infrastructure, plumbing, public pools, radiological facilities, and others as required or requested. Successful consultation with agency peers, industry representatives, and public water system owner‑operators is a core function, including providing guidance and assistance on complex matters and regulations. Duties include acting as a liaison between the department, municipalities, commercial/industrial organizations, and federal regulatory agencies regarding compliance, funding, and research.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Drafts, develops and modifies engineering designs, plans, and specifications.
• Reviews permit applications, blueprints and/or designs prepared by others to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
• Applies the principles and theories of science and mathematics to research and develop solutions to technical problems.
• Plans and conducts field studies, surveys, research and development projects, inspections and/or investigations to collect data and ensure conformance to state/federal laws and regulations.
• Tests or evaluates materials, equipment, systems, and facilities.
• Plans and coordinates engineering projects.
• Reviews, analyzes, and reports on the status of projects and/or regulatory conformance.
• Develops cost estimates for project time and materials.
• Provides technical guidance and training to technical staff.

Job Requirements

Job Requirements for Engineer IV

• Possession of a valid Delaware Professional Engineering License OR possession of a valid Professional Engineering license issued by a proper authority of a state, territory or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia, or a province or territory of Canada.
• At least five years experience in Civil Engineering.
• Six months experience in engineering project management which includes planning, scheduling, staffing, coordinating, controlling, monitoring, evaluating and reporting on the status of engineering projects.

Additional Posting Information

This posting may be closed on or before 1/9/2026 upon filling the vacant position(s).