Engineer I - Highway Design

About the role

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Responsibilities

• Improves the engineered infrastructure for Baltimore County working with teams of engineers in Highways Design.
• Assists in the feasibility assessment, design, technical review and project management of capital geometric highways design, potable water, sanitary sewer, stormwater, flooding and green infrastructure engineering projects, including the drafting of plans, determination of right-of-way requirements, writing of special provisions, preparation of construction estimates, review of consultant design plans, and grading plans.
• Assists in the performance of GIS work and computer aided drafting and design of engineering drawings, plans, and projects.
• Assists in the preparation of engineering reports and technical studies.
• Prepares, submits, and/or assists consultants with applications for various permits required for capital improvement projects.
• Participates in meetings with consultants, contractors, suppliers, citizens, and others.
• Prepares correspondence related to projects.
• Meets with field personnel on site.
• Works with citizens and community groups to resolve complaints concerning water, sewer or stormwater, flooding and green-infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering
• Possession of a certificate of registration as an Engineer in Training issued by a State within the United States of America.
• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: College coursework, internships and/or work experience in civil or environmental or mechanical engineering.

Conditions of Employment

• Physical and Environmental Conditions: The work of this classification is essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, standing, and other limited physical activities including travel to various work sites.
• Employment Background Investigation: Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.