Principal Engineer

Maricopa Association of Governments; United States; Hybrid; USD 99,866 - 149,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Arizona State Retirement System

11.5 paid holidays per year

Job summary

Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) is seeking a Principal Engineer to support its Freeway Life Cycle Program within the Transportation Division. You will manage scopes, schedules, and budgets while evaluating design, costs, risks, and performance for major urban studies.

You will coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, present findings at public meetings, and guide consultant teams in a large metro context. The role emphasizes leadership, communication, and policy engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• At least five years of related work experience in engineering, freeway and roadway design and/or planning.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Managing scopes, schedules and budgets of transportation planning studies.
• Assessing and evaluating transportation infrastructure design, functionality, cost, schedule, and risk.
• Developing alternative approaches to respond to transportation and traffic needs.
• Coordinating with key stakeholders for project design and implementation efforts.
• Public meeting presentations and facilitation of working group sessions.
• Presenting study outcomes to MAG member agencies and MAG policy committees.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong writing skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Public speaking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Company: Maricopa Association of Governments

Closes: The position is open until filled.

Status: Full time

Pay Rate: Salary Title Range: $99,866.76 - $149,800.13

Why Join MAG: MAG is a great place to work. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a hybrid work environment that supports flexibility, with a minimum of three days per week in the office, along with a collaborative culture where employee contributions make a real impact.

About MAG: The Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) is a group of local governments working together on issues that touch the lives of every resident. We are a regional planning agency that develops solutions in areas such as transportation, environmental and air quality, and human services. MAG serves a thriving region of 5 million people. Our members include 28 cities and towns, three Native nations, and Maricopa and Pinal counties. Our planning area encompasses more than 10,000 square miles. MAG is the council of governments and the designated metropolitan planning organization for transportation planning for the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. Visit www.azmag.gov to learn more.

Your Team

The Freeway Engineering Team provides oversight and management for the implementation of the Freeway Life Cycle Program under Propositions 400 and 479. The team plays a key role in the delivery of the program by performing studies, identifying needs, assessing evaluations of transportation infrastructure, and coordinating the delivery of the program with the Arizona Department of Transportation.

The Position

MAG is seeking a skilled transportation engineer to support its efforts in the Transportation Division. As the Principal Engineer, you will focus on activities related to the management and implementation of the Freeway Life Cycle Program.

Duties

• Managing scopes, schedules and budgets of transportation planning studies
• Assessing and evaluating transportation infrastructure design, functionality, cost, schedule, and project risk analysis
• Developing alternative approaches to respond to transportation and traffic needs
• Coordinating with key stakeholders for project design and implementation efforts
• Public meeting presentations and facilitation of working group sessions
• Presenting study outcomes to MAG member agencies and MAG policy committees

The Candidate

As a successful Principal Engineer, you bring experience leading planning level analysis, reviewing engineering and design-specific solutions, and have experience with managing consultants or consultant teams, preferably in a large urban area. You are comfortable presenting complex technical information to diverse stakeholders, including members of the public and policymakers, and experience coordinating with internal and external agency partners. Strong writing skills are a plus.

Strong in Skills

• Excellent communication and writing skills, time management, note taking, and highly organized
• Presenting and conveying technical knowledge to a diverse set of stakeholders, the public and policy makers
• Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders or staff
• Prioritizing workload and responding quickly and accurately
• Anticipating needs and being proactive
• Being self-motivated with a desire to learn and contribute while being detail oriented

You Have the Ability To

• Lead planning level analysis and review engineering and design specific solutions
• Manage consultants or consultant teams of large urban area studies
• Adapt to performing a wide range of duties, frequently shifting tasks of varying nature or complexity
• Work independently
• Analyze and think critically, draw conclusions, and problem solving
• Develop productive relationships and work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders or staff
• Manage multiple assignments with competing timelines effectively

Technology Skills

You are proficient in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as Microsoft Teams, Zoom and webinar tools

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering or related field

• At least five years of related work experience in engineering, freeway and roadway design and/or planning
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license

The Maricopa Association of Governments is an Equal Opportunity Employer. During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the Human Resources Division at [e-mail] or by calling [phone].

302 N. First Ave., Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85003

About Us

The Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) MAG was founded in the spirit of cooperation. MAG members believe that by uniting, they can solve common problems, take an active role in long range regional issues, and address concerns that affect communities in the greater Phoenix region. Our Member Agencies include 28 cities and towns, 3 Native nations, Maricopa and Pinal County, and the Arizona Department of Transportation. Our planning area encompasses about 10,600 square miles and represents approximately 5 million people - nearly 70 percent of the state population. Our primary areas of focus include transportation planning, including implementation of Proposition 479, environmental and air quality planning, and human services planning.

Benefits

• Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 11.5 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Arizona State Retirement System (funded through 12% employee contributions - matched by MAG)
• Hybrid Work Schedules