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Clark County · 3 days ago

Engineer I/II/III - Development Engineering, Community Development

Vancouver, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$42.78/hr - $68.30/hr

2+ years exp

Clark County is seeking Engineers for their Development Engineering team. The role involves performing civil engineering tasks, reviewing development applications, and ensuring compliance with county codes and standards. The position offers a career progression from Engineer I to Engineer III, with responsibilities increasing in complexity and independence.

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Responsibilities

Review a wide range of private development applications for compliance with county codes, policies and development standards, as set forth in adopted ordinances, and state and federal regulation

Review plans, specifications, and reports to ensure compliance with county design and construction standards related to stormwater, transportation, and critical areas

Review and interpret trip generation information, traffic models and other supporting data

Communicate code requirements orally and in writing to applicants, property owners, and interested citizens

Work with County team to negotiate design modifications to development applications within defined parameters and in collaboration with supervisor and peers

Work actively with applicants, the public, and other county staff to problem solve and arrive at creative solutions that are technically sound, and respond to specific issues of the site and proposed project

Investigate complaints; recommend corrective action, as necessary, to resolve complaints

Make recommendations on code interpretations and procedural matters

Coordinate development proposals with the County Capital Improvement Projects

Represent Development Engineering at public hearings on proposed developments and on various committees

Assists the public by answering questions and making referrals relative to a variety of Development Engineering issues

Develops, or provides direction and coordination of the development of construction design plans and specifications for complex engineering projects involving road, bridge and drainage control structures; sewage collection and treatment facilities; water quality, traffic signal, and transportation systems. Certifies with Professional Engineer's seal and signature that engineering designs conform with accepted professional engineering standards and practices and the requirements of law

Inspects proposed highway routes, bridge and other structure placements and recommends final route or placement to achieve efficient, economical design as to grade, curves, cross‑section, soils excavation problems, transportation, maintenance, drainage features, etc. Develops detailed final cost estimates and financing proposals for project implementation

Conducts in‑depth studies and analyses on the effectiveness of current Public Works policies/comprehensive plans, suitability of existing structural facilities, feasibility of proposed designs and design concepts, etc. Interprets results and makes recommendations regarding comprehensive plans, designs, and Public Works improvement projects

Utilizes the computer as an aid in analyzing and developing solutions to engineering problems

Prepares construction reports for matching funds and cooperative contracts with Federal, state and city governments. Reviews design plans and specifications for conformance to job requirements. Prepares, develops and checks complex specialized contract provisions and design agreements. Conducts pre‑bid and pre‑construction conferences detailing principle construction features and agreements

Coordinates with other sections and departments on issues related to grant and contract administration

Coordinates with Planning and Permit staff in the review of development plans for sewer and storm drainage; residential and commercial street development; and profiles of short‑plats and sub‑divisions to ensure compliance with County standards and policies. With input from the divisions of Transportation, Design and Maintenance, makes recommendations regarding changes necessary for achieving compliance. Represents Public Works at public hearings on proposed developments

Performs inspections of construction projects. Ensures that all phases of several road projects proceed on schedule and that specifications are met by contractors, utilities and other organizations involved in projects. Reviews progress reports and authorizes payments

Directs investigations and develops resolutions of claims and complaints from contractors or property owners. Maintains office records of design, construction and other engineering activities, as required by County, State, and Federal regulations

Coordinates with the Survey Section Supervisor/County Surveyor to ensure accurate, complete and quality field survey data is collected and that information is acquired in a cost‑effective, efficient manner. Directs the preparation of, and prepares, more complex property descriptions

Requests and monitors material quality control review, sampling and analysis; preparation of soil profiles (testing and sampling) in connection with highway location and construction design; evaluation of new materials, construction materials, new test equipment and related activities. Ensures record files relative to sampling and testing are complete and accurate

Prepares, and provides direction in the preparation of, resolutions and documents for developments and Local Improvement Districts. Represents Public Works at public hearings; conducts and certifies elections and petitions for the formation of a Local Improvement District as necessary. Develops right-of-way data, information pamphlets, and procedural manuals. Works with the Prosecuting Attorney in preparation of bond sales for Local Improvement District financing. Recommends alternative financing methods as may be possible

Develops and maintains effective relations with the public. Represents Public Works on various committees; at neighborhood organization and community meetings; public hearings; before governmental bodies and in legal processes

Prepares complex technical engineering and administrative reports and develops critical correspondence and comprehensive reports in support of engineering projects and decisions

Participates in the development, implementation and review of ongoing programs and existing methods ‑ assessing job effectiveness and cost efficiencies

Participates in the formulation and updating of goals and objectives consistent with the mission of the Department

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Civil EngineeringE.I.T. CertificationProject ManagementTechnical ResearchCode InterpretationTraffic AnalysisEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Required

B.S. degree in Civil or related engineering

High School diploma or G.E.D. and two (2) years relative engineering work experience and possession of an E.I.T. certification

B.S. degree in Civil or related Engineering and two (2) years experience in an Engineering I classification or equivalent

High School diploma or G.E.D. and four (4) years relative engineering work experience to include a minimum of two (2) years experience in an Engineering I classification or equivalent and possession of an E.I.T. certification

B.S. degree in Civil or related engineering two (2) years of experience in an Engineer II or equivalent position registration as a professional civil or structural engineer

Possess or be able to obtain a valid driver's license by date of appointment