Principal Engineer

Prince William County; Virginia; On-site; USD 91,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus up to $3,000

Job summary

Prince William County Public Works, Environmental Management Division, seeks a Principal Engineer to conduct senior-level reviews of land development plans focusing on grading, erosion and sediment control, storm drainage, floodplain studies, and stormwater management.

The successful candidate will apply advanced engineering knowledge, communicate review requirements clearly to applicants and consultants, and manage multiple projects with minimal supervision while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and three (3) years of related experience.
• Preference for a Civil Engineering degree with 3+ years of land development plan design/review experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform senior-level reviews of land development plans with focus on grading, erosion and sediment control, storm drainage, floodplain studies, and stormwater management.
• Apply advanced engineering knowledge to evaluate complex proposals and resolve technical issues.
• Communicate review requirements clearly to applicants, consultants, County staff and other stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication

Independent work

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Introduction

Are you an experienced civil engineer with a strong background in land development plan review and a commitment to providing excellent customer service? Do you bring sound technical judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities while working collaboratively with other professionals? If so, Prince William County Public Works may have an opportunity for you.

The Prince William County Department of Public Works, Environmental Management Division, is seeking an experienced civil engineer to serve as a Principal Engineer. Put your professional experience and sound engineering judgment, effective problem-solving skills, and ability to perform assignments with minimal supervision to work at Prince William County's Department of Public Works!

About This Role

This position operates at a senior professional level and performs senior-level reviews of land development plans, with a focus on grading, erosion and sediment control, storm drainage, floodplain studies, and stormwater management.

The Principal Engineer will apply advanced engineering knowledge and professional judgment to evaluate complex development proposals, identify and resolve technical issues, and clearly communicate review requirements to applicants, consultants, County staff, and other stakeholders.

The successful candidate will have comprehensive knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices, particularly as they relate to land development, grading, storm drainage, stormwater management, floodplain studies, and erosion and sediment control.

This position requires the ability to independently manage multiple projects and competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and responsiveness throughout the plan review process. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as the Principal Engineer regularly works with engineers, developers, consultants, County staff, and other stakeholders to address technical issues and facilitate resolution of plan review comments.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering and three (3) years of related (experience designing and/or reviewing land development plans) experience.

Preferences

Preference may be given to candidates who possess a degree in civil engineering or a related field and have at least three (3) years of experience designing and/or reviewing land development plans.

A Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is preferred.

Additional preferred experience includes three (3) or more years of experience in the following areas:

• Designing and/or reviewing erosion and sediment control plans.
• Designing and/or reviewing land development projects involving overall grading and storm drainage systems.
• Designing and/or reviewing stormwater management facilities and Best Management Practices (BMPs).
• Conducting and/or reviewing hydraulic and hydrologic studies, including the use of applicable engineering software.
• Handling stormwater maintenance agreements and easements.
• Conducting and/or reviewing floodplain studies.
• Designing and/or reviewing Lot Grading Plans.
• Designing and/or reviewing As-Build Plans.

Special Requirements

The selected candidate must either possess a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or be able to obtain one within the first year of employment.

The selected candidate must also possess or be able to obtain within the first year of employment applicable Virginia certifications in Stormwater Management (SWM) and Erosion and Sediment Control (E&S) for plan review.

Work Schedule

The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, either 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Telework is not currently available for this position.

Starting Salary Range

$91.162.50 - $121,836.00 annually

Hiring Bonus

This position qualifies for a one-time cash signing bonus up to $3,000! This bonus will be paid in two installments and is subject to all applicable tax withholding and reporting requirements. The first installment of up to $1,500 is payable upon the County’s pay date following the 90th day of employment, and the final installment of up to $1,500 will be payable on the pay date following the completion of your one-year probation.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees