Stormwater Engineer: Public Works & Hydrology

Highlands County Board of County Commissioners; Sebring (FL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Highlands County Board of County Commissioners seeks an advanced Civil Engineer specializing in water resources and hydrology. The role handles plans, designs, and specifications for public works drainage projects, and assists with permitting and funding applications.

Ideal candidate will have a Civil Engineering degree, 3+ years in public works, and the ability to obtain a Florida PE license within three years of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of Public Works Engineering experience.
• Ability to obtain Florida PE license within 3 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate drainage and infrastructure needs.
• Design drainage systems per standards.
• Develop stormwater models and county-wide assets inventory.
• Prepare contract specifications for drainage projects.
• Coordinate with designers and draft persons on plans.
• Prepare permit applications with environmental and water-management districts.
• Attend meetings with regulatory agencies for design decisions.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Water resources

Hydrology

AutoCAD

GIS (ESRI ArcMap)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS (ESRI ArcMap)

Job description

Highlands County Board of County Commissioners seeks an advanced Civil Engineer specializing in water resources and hydrology. The role handles plans, designs, and specifications for public works drainage projects, and assists with permitting and funding applications.

Ideal candidate will have a Civil Engineering degree, 3+ years in public works, and the ability to obtain a Florida PE license within three years of hire.