Staff Engineer

Williams County; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 88,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Health, dental and vision insurance

Term life insurance

Long term disability insurance

Public Employees Retirement System

Job summary

Williams County is seeking a Staff Engineer to perform professional engineering duties in transportation planning and maintenance under limited supervision from the County Engineer. The role emphasizes studies, design concepts, and project oversight for roads, bridges, and drainage.

Key duties include AutoCAD Civil 3D design, field surveying coordination, inspections, and reporting. The position requires a PE license in ND and a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Current ND PE licensure or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Valid ND driver's license.
• Background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Conducts engineering studies related to County transportation planning, design, and maintenance.
• Develops design concepts for roads, bridges, and drainage systems.
• Uses AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare plan/profile sheets, estimates, and design documents.
• Prepares design specifications for transportation projects.
• Performs calculations to determine quantities, areas, and project costs.
• Oversees construction inspections, materials testing, staking, and surveying.
• Maintains project records and reports in accordance with requirements.
• Manages inventory of road surfacing types, bridges, and culverts; reports to state agencies.
• Coordinates plans and plat submissions with Planning & Zoning and Building Dept.
• Performs traffic analysis by deploying radar counters and interpreting data.
• Assists with special assessment projects per North Dakota Century Code.

Skills

Traffic analysis

Project management

Construction inspections

Engineering calculations

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (ND)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

The Staff Engineer performs professional engineering duties related to transportation system planning and maintenance under limited supervision from the County Engineer.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents in this position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change with or without notice. Incumbents must be able to perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Conducts engineering studies related to County transportation system planning, design, and maintenance
• Develops overall design concepts and prepares details for transportation infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and drainage systems
• Utilizes AutoCAD Civil 3D to develop plan and profile sheets, estimates, and detailed design documents
• Prepares design specifications for transportation-related projects
• Performs engineering calculations to determine quantities, areas, and project costs
• Conducts or oversees construction inspections, materials testing, construction staking, and surveying to ensure compliance with project specifications and contract requirements
• Maintains accurate records and documentation, including field notes, daily logs, and project reports, in accordance with County, State, and Federal requirements
• Manages a comprehensive inventory of County road surfacing types, bridges, and culverts; ensures timely reporting to the North Dakota Department of Transportation and other agencies
• Maintains project files and provides project management for road and bridge improvement projects directly or through coordination with consulting engineers
• Performs traffic analysis by deploying and retrieving radar traffic counters; interprets data to inform roadway planning and maintenance decisions
• Assists with special assessment projects in accordance with the North Dakota Century Code
• Reviews and coordinates engineering plans and plat submissions through the County Planning and Zoning Board and the Building Department

• Maintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of North Dakota or ability to obtain upon hire
• Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver's License or equivalent
• Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

• Work is performed in an office setting and an outdoor environment with exposure to extreme temperatures and inclement weather
• Some work is performed on construction sites with exposure to uneven ground, loud noises, chemicals, and construction equipment
• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs

Compensation: Starting salary ranges from $64.00 to $70.00/hour based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

• paid sick and vacation 12 paid holidays per year
• fully paid health, dental and vision insurance for single, single plus dependent, or family contracts
• term life insurance
• long term disability insurance
• fully funded retirement benefits through the North Dakota Public Employees Retirement System

To learn more about Williams County, please visit our website: https://www.williamsnd.com/departments/county-information/

To learn more about living and working in Williams County, visit whereinwilliamscounty.com.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and reference review.