Associate Civil Engineer

Salary : $77,363.00 - $104,424.00 Annually
Location : Detroit, Michigan, MI
Job Type: Certified-Regular Civil Service
Job Number: 20261122020DStarr
Department: Dept of Public Works
Opening Date: 09/11/2026
Bargaining Unit: 3300-Association of Detroit Engineers (DWSD)


Description
Position Title: Associate Civil Engineer

specialized services and other material used by the department/division.

Work Location: The City of Detroit,,


Work Hours: 8 AM to 5 PM
Examples of Duties
Analyze project scope, review and evaluate field conditions and data. Develop and design engineering solutions. Manage preparation of engineering construction plans. Ensure construction is in conformance with plans, specifications, budget, codes and applicable standards. Manage and interpret construction projects and plans. Create project documents, prepare and maintain records and reports. Oversee, supervise, and inspect work of contractors or other workforce, as needed. Manage and supervise inspectors and other staff assigned to projects. Instruct, counsel, mentor, and advise project team and subordinates on assignments and difficult tasks to see that work is performed satisfactorily to meet expected standards. Represent the department/division with individual or groups of citizens, public agencies or with private groups. Prepare and evaluate requests for proposal for consultant services, specialized services and other material used by the department/division.

Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: US Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Mechanics, plus three (3) years of experience as a
Special Skills: Must have three (3) years of experience in each of the following skills: , and specification analysis.

Supplemental Information
Resume To:

Attn: Denise Starr

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EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
• Dental
• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or


- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.


ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit . Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit