Engineer, Civil Engineering

Engineer I/Project Management Technician

Located in the western part of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Loudoun County is a dynamic community that has experienced significant growth over the past decades with changing development environments, ranging from transit-oriented development at our new Metrorail stations, to redevelopment of existing neighborhoods, to maintaining and fostering our vibrant rural economy in the western part of the county. These factors create a lively atmosphere and agile work environment.

Loudoun County Government, named by Forbes Magazine as one of the 2025 Best Largest Employers, is comprised of County staff who dedicate their talents, education and experience to make a difference. In the Department of Building and Development, we place a high value on work‑life balance, professional development and service to our community. Join our team of professionals who are committed to Community, Teamwork and Innovation in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

The Department of Building and Development’s mission is to provide premier customer service in a timely and competent manner, and to work with the community and other local government units to create a vibrant and healthy physical, social and economic environment. Services shall be provided in an equitable, respectful, and professional manner.

The Department of Building and Development is committed to developing premier staff in a supportive learning environment by investing in education, training and work experience that results in a comprehensive knowledge of the department’s organizational purpose and importance of each employee’s role in the success of the department. We strive for excellence, integrity, and equity in the treatment of our staff.

• Perform entry level engineering review for less complicated land development applications.
• Perform full project management duties for a limited number of plan revision applications.
• Perform administrative and final review tasks associated with project closeout, and manage the processing of associated easement plat applications.
• Perform engineering review of building/zoning permits to verify conformance with civil engineering plans, and coordinate directly with applicants and internal staff to correct discrepancies.
• Serve as a liaison between the Engineering and Infrastructure Compliance Teams, providing engineering‑level support as needed during the performance bond release process.
• Facilitate transparent government operations by updating project records and databases completely and accurately.
• Provide good customer service by responding to citizen inquiries regarding procedures, regulations, application status, and other relevant data available to the Department.

The ideal candidate is a highly effective communicator capable of conveying complex technical information in a clear and tactful fashion. The ideal candidate possesses a civil engineering or construction background demonstrating resourcefulness, flexibility and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Highly proficient in relevant computer systems and comfortable communicating through virtual media.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from a four‑year college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technologies, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Position is eligible for a $6,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the County’s Hiring and Retention Bonus Program.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal, credit, and DMV background checks.

Must be able to inspect existing sites and active construction projects and may be exposed to inclement weather while in the field.