Village Engineer

Summary of Job

Reporting to the Public Works Director and working collaboratively with Village leadership, the Village Engineer oversees engineering operations related to public infrastructure, land development, and capital improvements. This role provides technical expertise to the Village Board, commissions, and departments, while coordinating closely with internal staff, consultants, developers, and regulatory agencies. The position also supervises engineering staff and plays a key role in project management, development review, and long-range infrastructure planning.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Engineering and Project Delivery

  • Lead design, review, and construction of public works projects, including streets, utilities, and infrastructure systems.
  • Establish and enforce engineering standards, specifications, and construction requirements.
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and consultant performance for capital improvements.
  • Conduct field investigations, site inspections, and oversee construction activities.

• Development Review and Coordination

  • Review subdivision plats, site plans, and development proposals for compliance with Village standards.
  • Collaborate with developers, contractors, and consultants on project requirements and approvals.
  • Oversee permitting processes related to right-of-way work, erosion control, grading, and utilities.
  • Ensure proper documentation, record drawings, and GIS integration for completed projects.

• Leadership and Collaboration

  • Supervise and mentor engineering staff; delegate and prioritize workload.
  • Collaborate with Public Works divisions (streets, utilities, facilities) on infrastructure planning and operations.
  • Serve as a technical advisor to the Village Board, Planning Commission, and Public Works Committee.
  • Participate in public meetings and communicate project updates to staff team, external stakeholders, and residents.

• Planning, Budgeting, and Administration

  • Aid in the development of the annual capital improvement plan (CIP) and operating budget.
  • Prepare technical reports, ordinances, specifications, and contract documents.
  • Coordinate engineering consultants and support procurement for public works projects.
  • Respond to resident inquiries and resolve infrastructure-related concerns.

Typical Qualifications

• Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Wisconsin (or ability to obtain).
  • Progressive experience in municipal or civil engineering, including project management.
  • Strong knowledge of public infrastructure systems, construction standards, and regulatory requirements.

• PREFERRED

  • Experience in municipal government or public works operations.
  • Background in development review, permitting, and subdivision design.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS systems, and engineering software.

Culture of Learning & Development

• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Supervisory Trainings
• Skill Development Trainings
• Self-paced learning opportunities
• Professional Association membership dues paid by the Village

Employer Paid Leave

• Holidays: 11 paid Holidays per year.
• Sick Days: 12 days/year, effective the first full month of employment (max 150 days).
• Bereavement: 3 days
• Paid Vacation: Employees earn vacation leave beginning the first day of employment and are eligible to use it as they earn it.

Recreation Discounts

• Employees are given discounts for our Park & Recreation Programs as well as discount to our Kids Klub childcare.

Wellness Program

• The Village of Germantown's Vitality wellness incentive program automatically integrates members’ activity data from connections to apps, devices, gyms, studios and more so members can earn Points no matter how they’re exercising. Employees earn wellness rewards for taking care of their everyday health—from completing fun activities and Challenges to regular dental exams and wellness checkups.

Employee Assistance Program

• The EAP is available at no cost to all employees and their household members. The EAP provides confidential guidance on legal, financial and personal issues that could affect your health, relationships and job performance.

Health Insurance

• United Medical Resources (UMR) through United Health Care. Effective on the first day! Employees have a 12% premium share with wellness participation or 25% premium share if they choose to not participate in the wellness program.
  • Gold Plan: Deductible: $1,000 Single; $2,000 Family; Premium $120.64/month Single; $289.55/month Family
  • Silver Plan: High Deductible Health Plan with HSA contribution*; Deductible: $3,000 Single; $6,000 Family; Premium $103.20/month Single; $247.69/month Family; *HSA Village Contribution $1,250/year Single (quarterly); $2,500/year Family (quarterly).

Dental Insurance

• $1,300 annual benefit per eligible person; Premium paid 100% by the Village with $25 deductible.

Life Insurance

• Employer-paid basic premium, value equal to 100% of the employee's annual salary rounded to the highest $1,000 with employee option to purchase up to two additional increments for a total of 5 times the employee's annual salary.

Long Term/Short Term Disability Insurance

• The Village of Germantown offers a Short Term Disability plan through ETF to any regular employee that works at least 24 hours per week. The premium is paid 100% by ETF and the plan pays a monthly benefit of 75% of monthly base salary after the employee has been off work for 30 days.

Accident Insurance and Vision Insurance

• Accident Insurance and Vision Insurance

Retirement

• Wisconsin Retirement System pension program participation with Employer Share 6.95% gross wage. Optional participation in a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.

Flexible Spending Plan

• Diversified administered program (Section 125) with ability for pre-tax payment of qualifying medical, dental, and childcare expenses (up to federal limits)

Pay Periods/Direct Deposit

• Village employees are paid bi-weekly, every other Monday. As an added convenience and safety measure, the Village requires all new employees to sign up for direct deposit of their payroll checks.

Employer

• Village of Germantown
• Address: N112W17001 Mequon Rd, Germantown, Wisconsin, 53022
• Phone: (262) 250-4750
• Website: http://www.germantownwi.gov