Civil Engineer

Waukesha County, WI

$80K — $111K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental engineering, or a related field; December 2026 graduates eligible to apply.
  • Proficient in CADD, GIS, and Civil3D.
  • Strong understanding of Wisconsin DOT and AASHTO standards.
  • Familiar with Wisconsin DOT manuals regarding facilities development and traffic engineering.
  • Proficient with Microsoft 365 Applications.
  • Proven project management and data analysis skills.
  • Ability to maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, design, and construct transportation projects.
  • Manage projects and oversee consultants.
  • Conduct environmental assessments for transportation projects.
  • Perform cost estimates, traffic, and drainage studies for highways.
  • Assist in preparing the five-year highway capital plan.
  • Prepare detailed reports and technical specifications.
  • Coordinate utility aspects of transportation projects.

Benefits

  • Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Generous paid time off, including 10 holidays and 3 floating holidays.
  • Exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment.
  • Access to an on-site health and wellness clinic.
  • Balanced work-life culture promoting employee wellness.
Full Job Description

SALARY RANGE

$38.69 - $53.71

WORK ASSIGNMENT DETAILS

Waukesha County's Engineering Team is seeking a talented Civil Engineer to contribute to the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of transportation highway and bridge infrastructure. This role involves engineering problem solving, technical engineering application, teamwork, creativity, learning, communication, customer service and a fearless pursuit of excellence and public service.

KeyResponsibilities:

  • Transportation project development, design and construction.
  • Project management and consultant oversight.
  • Develop and conduct environmental assessments for transportation projects.
  • Conduct cost estimates, traffic, and drainage studies for highway projects.
  • Assist in preparing the five-year highway capital plan.
  • Utilize CADD, Civil3D and GIS for complex engineering computations and designs.
  • Prepare detailed reports, roadway plans, right-of-way plats, and technical specifications.
  • Transportation project utility coordination.
  • Utilize traffic data, processes and tools for highway safety, operations and design decision-making.
  • Prepare and administer highway and bridge construction contracts.
  • Manage elements of the department's computerized highway asset management system.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental engineering, or a related field; (December 2026 graduates eligible to apply.)
  • Proficient in CADD, GIS, and Civil3D.
  • Strong understanding of Wisconsin DOT, AASHTO standards, and pertinent regulations.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of Wisconsin DOT Facilities Development Manual, Wisconsin MUTCD, Wisconsin DOT Construction and Materials Manual, and Wisconsin DOT Traffic Engineering, Operations & Safety Manual
  • Proficient with Microsoft 365 Applications.
  • Proven project management and data analysis skills.
  • Ability to maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Join us to work in an environment that values performance, employee wellness, and a balanced work-life culture, ensuring progressive career growth and satisfaction.

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Prior to hiring, the final candidate is subject to work/education/certification reference(s) and a criminal background and driver's license check.

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In addition to fully completing the application, please provide a resume and cover letter.

CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION

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Minimum Training & Experience Requirements
Bachelor's Degree from a recognized college or university in civil or environmental engineering or closely related field. (December 2026 graduates eligible to apply.)

Waukesha County providesa comprehensive compensation and benefits package including excellent health/dental/vision, life insurance, generous paid time off (vacation, 10 holidays, 3 floating holidays, ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year), an exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. Amongst many other benefits, employees are recognized and valued through a pay for performance system. Successful candidates will be eligible for performance-based merit increases and non-base performance awards.

Employee well-being is promoted through a balanced work-life culture and through an exceptional employee wellness program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote an employee's wellness and health, including an on-site health & wellness clinic.


Location:
Located in the City of Waukesha, our campus offers an on-site fitness center, free parking, and easy access to interstate highway systems. Waukesha County offers a perfect blend of urban and rural living where one can enjoy the benefits of quiet rural lake communities or opt for nearby attractions that the greater Milwaukee area offers including vast beach and park systems, public markets, performing arts, music festivals, and sports including the Milwaukee Admirals, Brewers, Bucks, Wave, Marquette University Golden Eagles and the UW-Milwaukee Panthers Basketball programs.

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