NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Engineering Technician III (Design)
Richland, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$35.15/hr - $49.21/hr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking two well-qualified Engineering Technician III's to join their Design Group in the City of Richland Public Works Department. The role involves taking a lead in producing high-quality Civil 3D designs, preparing construction plans, performing field inspections, and collaborating closely with engineers and project partners.
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Responsibilities
Interacts with the public, contractors, developers, utility representatives, and other individuals and groups, and provides courteous, prompt, and accurate information; provides technical information and explains policies and procedures to the public, other staff or groups in person, on the telephone, or in writing
Inputs engineering calculations and information into calculators and computer systems utilizing coordinate geometry and computer aided drafting programs to produce final drawings and calculations; writes technical reports or letters to support engineering tasks or job functions; records information for future use in an engineering function or job
Performs difficult engineering calculations, drafting, and mapmaking to support a major engineering task or job function; prepares record drawings for approval by engineers; develops and maintains project files and other records
Designs the installation, alterations, and removals of low voltage utility systems using established standards and guidelines; designs road and/or utility projects under the supervision of an Engineer
Conducts on-site inspections or performs the inspection of materials and projects for contract compliance; prepares inspection reports for routine projects
Performs routine utility locates of utility infrastructure
Prepares cost reports for materials, construction, and maintenance for projects; prepares project progress reports and cost estimates; interprets plans and specifications to ensure compliance with project documents as inspector-in-charge of routine engineering projects
Qualification
Required
Valid driver's license
Obtain Flagger Certification within six (6) months of hire and maintain for duration in position
Associate Degree in Engineering Technology, CADD or related field and five (5) years' experience in civil engineering, electrical engineering, engineering technology, construction inspection, or utility projects, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred
Recent civil design experience using Civil3d to produce utility and roadway construction plans consistent with City standards and best engineering practices
Benefits
Premium open access medical with a low premium and low deductible, plus City-paid dental & vision
Life & AD&D Insurance at 2× your annual salary, paid for by the City
Long-Term Disability fully paid by the City
Retirement Health Savings Plan (City + employee contributions)
Generous PTO accrual (13.33 hours per month for the first 6 months, then 20.33 hours per month)
Extended Sick Leave, and 10 paid holidays
PERS retirement pension participation
2 to 1 City Match (up to 4%) to 457 and/or 401(a)
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
Excellent open access (preferred provider) medical plan with substantial City-paid contribution
City-paid dental and vision plans
City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employee's annual salary)
City-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
10 Paid Holidays
4% City-match deferred compensation with 457 and 401(a) plan options
Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
City Paid and Employee Paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Annual Performance Assessment System
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
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