Engineering Aide I/II

Macomb-County-Government; Michigan; On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Premium-free coverage

Job summary

Macomb County Government seeks an Engineering Aide I/II to support surveying crews, draft design plans, and inspect projects for compliance with federal, state and local standards. The role involves CAD work, field data collection, and material quantity calculations.

Responsibilities include preparing construction plans, performing topographic plotting, and verifying safety practices on site while coordinating with contractors and officials. Evening/weekend hours may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with engineering duties and CAD drafting preferred.
• Familiarity with MicroStation/Open Roads Designer is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plot topographic features and assist with design drawings.
• Process topographic field reports for construction plans.
• Perform calculations for highway plans and cross-sections.
• Draw road, bridge, culvert plans per MOOT standards.
• Inspect materials and monitor construction for compliance.

Skills

MicroStation Connect

MOOT standards

Word

Excel

CAD drafting

Education

High school diploma

GED

Tools

Open Roads Designer

Survey equipment

Job description

As part of our total benefit package, Macomb County proudly offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, with no monthly premium to employees for single, two (2) person or family coverage. Health care, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment.CLASSIFICATION TITLE:Engineering Aide I/IISALARY:$50,007.10 - $71,147.99DEPARTMENT:RoadsOpening Date:09/11/2026Closing Date:09/19/2026 12:00 a.m.F.L.S.A. STATUS: Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement or Human Resources and Labor Relations PolicyEMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary periodLOCATION: Permits and Local RoadsCURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Fulltime (40 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is currently 8:00 a.m. Evening and weekend hours as needed.GENERAL SUMMARY:ENGINEERING AIDE IUnder direction, performs engineering tasks such as working on a survey crew, drafting, CAD, inspecting construction and permit projects for compliance to federal, state and local standards and specifications. Gathers traffic information such as: crash data and traffic counts. Assists with special studies or traffic problems.ENGINEERING AIDE IIUnder direction, performs routine computer-aided design (CAD) for highway, bridge or culvert construction plans. Computes earth work and material quantities. Inspects utility and road construction projects. Ensures quantity and quality of materials and work performed meets specifications. Records materials used and project progress. Inspects county bridge and drain structures and records condition and need for maintenance. Operates survey equipment and records survey field notes.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Plots topographic features and assists with completing design drawings.Interprets and processes topographic field reports for the preparation of construction plans.Performs mathematical calculations in highway plan preparation.Calculates and plots grades for road and sewer profiles and geometric layouts.Draws construction plans and layouts for road, bridge, culvert and other construction projects in accordance with current project needs.Ensures quantity and quality of materials and work performed meets specifications, plans and proposals.Conducts reviews on consultant or contractor drawings for details and quantities and calculations of design work and quantities.Performs field testing on aggregates, concrete and bituminous materials and density testing on soil.Inspects provisions for drainage, boring, jacking pipe, auguring and jacking in casing on water and sewer construction.Inspects construction in development of roads in subdivision and construction in or use of road right-of-way under special permits such as laying utilities of building driveways.Composes design details based on current MDOT design guides, manuals, and standards.Inspects jacking pipe, boring, auguring and casing on water and sewer construction.Operates survey equipment to show physical features of terrain and various topographical features.Verifies proper signing, barricading and safety practices are followed by contractors.Ensures that area of work is properly restored when construction is finished.Performs related duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:ENGINEERING AIDE I (PayGrade E, $50,007.100 - $64,680.013)Required Education and ExperiencePossession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test (GED)Preferred Education and ExperienceExperience in performing various engineering duties, but not limited to, construction plan interpretation, inspection report accuracy, inventory control, of tested stock and supplies, maintaining record-keeping system, computation of engineering data.Required Licenses or CertificationsPossession of a valid Michigan driver's license and an operable insured automobile for authorized travelPreferred Licenses or CertificationsPossess and maintain a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)ENGINEERING AIDE II (PayGrade F, $55,007.805 - $71,147.991)Required Education and ExperiencePossession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test (GED)Inspection:A minimum of two (2) years field engineering inspectionSurvey:A minimum of two (2) years experience with survey/instrument controlPreferred Education and ExperienceExperience in performing various engineering duties, but not limited to, construction plan interpretation, inspection report accuracy, inventory control, of tested stock and supplies, maintaining record-keeping system, computation of engineering data.Required Licenses or CertificationsPossession of a valid Michigan driver's license and an operable insured automobile for authorized travelPreferred Licenses or CertificationsPossess and maintain a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES:Knowledge of:MicroStation ConnectM.D.O.T. procedures such as ProjectWise filing systems and computer formatting of Field BookNon-project related abilities such as troubleshooting, customization and installation of MicroStation related softwareWord, Excel, Internet, E-mail and other related softwareSkilled in:Setting up projects and plan sheets per MOOT standardsUsing MicroStation/Open Roads Designer efficiently as a drafting aid for engineersAbility to:Update MicroStation/Open Roads Designer using MOOT standards and methodsWork in an environment which embraces the county's Dignity CampaignEffectively speak, write and understand the English languageSpeak and understand a language other than English is preferredEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, Administrators, Department Heads, staff, Union officials and the publicUnderstand and carry out oral and/or written instructionsAccurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic filesMaintain the confidentiality of informationWork independentlyAbility to conduct oneself with tact and courtesyWORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.N/S =Never/Seldom O =Occasionally F/C = Frequently/ContinuouslyWork EnvironmentOffice or similar indoor environment: OOutdoor environment: F/CStreet environment (near moving traffic): F/CConstruction site: F/CConfined space: N/SExposuresIndividuals who are hostile or irate: OIndividuals with known violent backgrounds: N/SExtreme cold (below 32 degrees): OExtreme heat (above 100 degrees): OCommunicable diseases: N/SMoving mechanical parts: N/SFumes or airborne particles: OToxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: N/SLoud noises (85+ decibels): OBlood Borne Pathogens: N/SPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.N/S =Never/Seldom O =Occasionally F/C = Frequently/ContinuouslyDemand :Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: OBending (forward or backward bending at the waist): OClimbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: OCrawling (moving about on hands and knees). Inspecting in confined spaces: N/SDigging: ODriving on sealed and unsealed roads: F/CGrasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: F/CKneeling to work at low levels: OManual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/CLift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another (covered by the items below):Up to 25 pounds: F/CUp to 50 pounds: OMore than 50 pounds: N/SPush/Pull objects away from or towards the body: OReaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): F/CSitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/CStanding in an upright position without movement: F/CWalking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: ORunning considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/SGENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERSComplies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.The AdTech bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.