Engineer

About the role

The Department of Transportation Engineer leads key engineering programs, oversees a team of engineers and technicians, and supports capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee key engineering programs, including bridge inspections, stormwater pipe lining, and toll bridge major maintenance.
• Lead and develop engineering and technical staff, providing guidance on technical and policy matters.
• Review CIP plans, evaluate easement vacation requests, and approve overweight/over-limit permits.
• Prepare bid documents and manage outsourced contracted work for DOT-OPS projects.
• Provide engineering expertise across DOT-OPS divisions and coordinate with consultants, contractors, and agencies.
• Manage grants and ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Serve as essential staff during county emergencies and support rapid response activities.
• Contribute to long-term planning and implement industry best practices to enhance department performance.

Requirements

• Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 2 years of engineering or closely related experience, and Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills with a focus on team development.
• Expertise in infrastructure inspection, maintenance, and program management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong project management capabilities, including budgeting and contract oversight.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners.
• Analytical problem-solver with the ability to manage complex engineering programs.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills with a focus on team development.
• Expertise in infrastructure inspection, maintenance, and program management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong project management capabilities, including budgeting and contract oversight.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners.
• Analytical problem-solver with the ability to manage complex engineering programs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Lead high-visibility programs where your ideas and expertise truly matter.
• Build your career in a stable, mission-driven public organization.
• Make a direct impact on the infrastructure millions rely on every day.
• Take on meaningful challenges that keep our community moving forward.

Why Join Us?

• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

About The Department

The Lee County Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, builds, and maintains the county’s roadway network. The department provides services such as roadway construction, traffic operations, drainage improvements, sidewalk installation, landscaping, and more. DOT is committed to safety, quality, and reliable service that supports a safe and efficient transportation system for all who travel through Lee County.

About Lee County

Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply. Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area. Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria. Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both. Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees. For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf. To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf

Required Questions

• Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
• Are you a licensed Professional Engineer (PE)?
• How many years of engineering experience do you have? (Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)