Civil Engineer

Who We Are The Town of Harrisburg is one of the fastest growing communities in North Carolina and considered one of the top ten affluent zip codes in the surrounding region. While growth has been exponential over the past ten years, the Town has been able to maintain its tight knit community-based mindset and strategically foster a work culture where customer service excellence is our #1 priority. Who We Are The Town of Harrisburg is one of the fastest growing communities in North Carolina and considered one of the top ten affluent zip codes in the surrounding region. While growth has been exponential over the past ten years, the Town has been able to maintain its tight knit community-based mindset and strategically foster a work culture where customer service excellence is our #1 priority. The Engineering Department oversees Capital Improvement Projects related to transportation, water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and pedestrian facilities; reviews and permits private commercial, industrial, and residential development; enforces the stormwater program for the Town; maintains the Town’s records and mapping; and supports other departments with engineering and project management expertise. What We Need An employee in this class performs professional engineering work within the Engineering Division of the Engineering and Public Works Department. Work includes development review, civil engineering design support, capital project support, stormwater program assistance, technical field review, consultant coordination, construction support, and preparation or review of engineering documents under the direction of the Deputy Town Engineer. The position reports to the Deputy Town Engineer. The Civil Engineer provides technical engineering support and may exercise responsible charge for assigned engineering work consistent with licensure and Town direction. The position coordinates closely with the Project Manager, construction inspection staff, Public Works Division staff, Planning, developers, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and other Town departments. Work requires strong technical judgment, project coordination, customer service, and the ability to organize multiple simultaneous assignments. Work is evaluated through conferences, review of records and work products, quality of technical recommendations, regulatory compliance, project delivery support, and effectiveness of relationships with internal and external customers. Desirable Candidate Graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field and considerable related engineering, development review, construction administration, or project management experience, preferably in a municipal or utilities setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Professional Engineer license in North Carolina, or Professional Engineer license in another state with ability to obtain North Carolina licensure within six months of employment, is preferred or required as determined by the Town based on assignment. Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver's License. What We Offer An excellent comprehensive benefits package and a desirable place to work where employees feel appreciated for their contributions. The hiring range is $73,282 - $91,155 annually and starting salary will be dependent on qualifications and prior experience. Eligible for $2,500 sign-on bonus upon hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr Town of Harrisburg, NC