Engineer I

Salary: $35.52 - $38.45 Hourly
Location : Public Works - Watford City
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202400075
Department: Engineering
Opening Date: 09/19/2025
Closing Date: Continuous


Description


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.

Essential Job Functions

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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
• Physical requirements and working conditions:

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

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Medical

Single: 100% paid for employees

Single+Child(ren): $269.28 monthly

Family: $397.80 monthly

Dental

Single: 100% paid for employees

Family: $16.98 monthly

Vision

Single: 100% paid for employees

Family: $4.32 monthly

Vacation Time

0-2 full years earn 4 hours per pay period = 96 hours per year

3-5 full years earn 5 hours per pay period = 120 hours per year

6-9 full years earn 6 hours per pay period = 144 hours per year

Over 10 full years earn 7 hours per pay period = 168 hours per year

Sick Time

4 hours earned per pay period = 96 hours per year

Retirement

Main Plan - County contributes 9.26%, Employee contribute 1%-3% - County will match

Public Safety Plan - Employee contributes 1.5%, County matches 16.54%

*Certified Law Enforcement Officers (Deputies/Corrections)

Flex Accounts

Tax-free dollars set aside each month, up to $3,200.00 annually for medical expenses

$5,000.00 annually may be set aside for day care expenses

Life Insurance

McKenzie County provides $12,000.00 life insurance. Additional coverage available at a discounted rate.

Other

Deferred Income - 457B

Similar to a 401k plan; minimum contribution amount is $25.00, max of $22,500.00 per year. Funds cannot be withdrawn until retirement, termination, or an unforeseeable emergency.

Supplemental Insurance

MetLife plans may be purchased for an additional charge.
01


Do you have experience using CAD systems?

• Yes
• No

02


Are you legally eligible for employment in the United States?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in _____ or a related field?

• Yes
• No

04


Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question