Staff Engineer - EIT

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Under the general supervision of the County Engineer, the Staff Engineer- EIT performs skilled and technical engineering duties related to transportation system planning and maintenance projects.

Examples of Duties

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, construction, 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
• Assists in the review of 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.

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Must be registered as or working towards Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification in North Dakota
• Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver’s License or equivalent
• Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

Supplemental Information

• 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 pay ranges from $42.33 to $46.56 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits: Williams County offers a generous benefit package including paid sick and vacation leave, fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance plan for single, single plus dependent, or family contracts, term life insurance, long-term disability insurance, fully funded retirement benefits through the North Dakota Public Employee Retirement System, and more!


To learn more about Williams County, please visit our website: www.williamsnd.com/departments/county-information/
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All offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and reference review.