Staff Engineer

Staff Engineer

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

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, 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.

Typical Qualifications:

• 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

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 salary ranges from $130,000 to $140,000 based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits: Williams County offers a generous benefit package, including 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.

Salary : $130,000 - $140,000