Engineer III

Bring your Professional Engineer expertise to a senior-level role where you’ll independently manage complex public works and development projects that protect public health, enhance infrastructure, and strengthen the community.

• Community Impact
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  Shape infrastructure and development projects that directly benefit the public.
• Protect Public Health & Safety
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  Review and guide transportation and stormwater designs that directly impact community safety and environmental protection.
• Project Leadership
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  Take ownership of highly technical civil engineering projects from planning through completion.
• Advanced Technical Work
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  Apply specialized knowledge to solve complex and unique engineering challenges.

$50.58 per hour

Full-Time, Monday–Friday 8am – 5pm, Temporary, 6 months – 1 year, possibility to extend

• Develop, review, and certify complex design plans and specifications for transportation, drainage, sewage, and related public infrastructure projects.
• Review residential and commercial development proposals for compliance with engineering standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct site inspections and evaluate feasibility, drainage, soils, structural conditions, and long‑term performance.
• Perform advanced engineering analyses, technical research, and cost estimates to support project planning.
• Prepare and review contracts, design agreements, grant documentation, and technical reports.
• Lead pre‑bid and pre‑construction meetings and provide technical guidance to stakeholders.
• Oversee construction to ensure compliance with approved plans; review progress and authorize payments.
• Resolve contractor and property owner issues and represent Public Works at public meetings as needed.

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or closely related engineering field.
• Certification: Active Certified Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience, including plan review, transportation, or stormwater design.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex engineering assignments with limited oversight.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles, regulatory standards, and project management practices.

This position performs professional engineering work in both office and field environments. Work is conducted in a temperature‑controlled office setting as well as outdoor project sites. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes diverse candidates. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of background, identity, or status.

This position is offered through the Vancouver Branch of NW Staffing Resources. When applying through , please click “Apply Here”, select the Vancouver branch, then call our office directly at  to speak with a Recruiter.

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