Engineer, Civil Engineering

Overview

The Engineer I provides professional field and office civil engineering work. This position reports to the Assistant County Engineer and is located in Watford City, ND. Level and salary commensurate with experience.

• Under the supervision of the Assistant County Engineer, acts as an inspector on construction projects.
• Inspects items such as hot bituminous pavement, concrete pavement, earthwork, culvert installation, etc.
• Monitors and keeps accurate, daily records of contractor operations to assure project is built according to plans and specifications.
• Supervise materials sampling/testing and construction surveying on the project.
• Checks the dimensions and tolerances of constructed roadway features to ensure conformance to plans and specifications.

• Measures, computes and documents pay items to ensure proper payment for work done under the contract.
• Provides technical assistance and consults with other Departments regarding engineering functions, site development, drainage, and transportation.
• Reviews prepared plans and contract documents for projects to ensure County standards are being met.
• Assists with permit inspections to ensure compliance with approved permit and relevant standards, as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited post-secondary institution.
• Engineer Intern registration or the ability to obtain within 6 months
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to report to Watford City, ND daily at required schedule time
• Extensive knowledge of computers, computer programs, scanning equipment and various other office machines
• Ability to use CAD systems
• Knowledge of construction management
• Extensive organizational skills and communication skills
• Must be a self-starter and goal oriented

• Able to handle exposure to noise and extreme weather conditions
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, kneel, stoop, sit, walk extensively