Design/Project Engineer

About the role

The McPherson County Public Works is hiring a Full-time County Design/Project Engineer. The ideal candidate should be a recent graduate from an accredited college or university, preferably with an EIT certification, or capable of obtaining the FE certification within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of all county engineering projects, including roads, bridges, and drainage structures under the direction of the Project Engineer or Director.
• Become Bridge Inspection Team Leader after employment and receive KDOT inspection and materials testing certifications.
• Train in using Autodest Civil 3D, ASSHTOWare Bridge Loading software, Micro stations, and other design programs.
• Assist in problem-solving county road and bridge maintenance and construction issues.
• Assist in the operation of the county's asphalt plant.

Requirements

• Recent graduate from an accredited college or university.
• Preferably with an EIT certification, or capable of obtaining the FE certification within six months.
• Proficiency in using Autodest Civil 3D, ASSHTOWare Bridge Loading software, Micro stations, and other design programs.
• Ability to solve problems related to county road and bridge maintenance and construction.
• Basic knowledge of asphalt plant operations.

Qualifications

• Passing the PE exam may lead to a structured salary increase.
• Two pay increases within one year of employment are expected.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software.

Benefits

• Full County benefit package.

Pay

Beginning annual salary range: $70K to $100K (DOQ), with two pay increases within one year of employment and a structured salary increase after passing the PE exam.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Benefits

• Full County benefit package.