Salary: $88,940.80 - $106,100.80 Annually
Location : Beaufort
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:Division: Infrastructure
Department: Engineering
Opening Date: 11/12/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
DescriptionThe purpose of this position is to assist with the coordination and implementation of transportation projects and program as a principal design engineer.
Examples of DutiesThe essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.- Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
- Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
- Serves as principal design engineer, assuming responsibility for the preparation of finished plans, specifications, property acquisition and construction for public infrastructure improvements in assigned area of responsibility.
- Performs complex professional engineering work for public improvements including streets, drainage systems, and other engineering projects which includes the preparation of estimates, computational and design duties, and the creation of plans and specifications.
- Utilizes Computer Aided Design (CAD) systems to produce engineering drawings utilizing complex drafting and design procedures.
- Utilizes appropriate design standards and related reference information to establish profiles, cross sections, drafts, or other compilation forms to compile data used in preparing engineering specifications.
- Maintains County design, construction standards, and specifications.
- Prepares reports, makes presentations, and maintains accurate records, notes, and other required documentation for assigned projects.
- Meets and confers with contractors, public officials, neighborhood groups, outside agencies, advisory committees, citizens, and civic organizations regarding engineering issues and projects for assigned area of responsibility.
- Performs related work as assigned.
Typical QualificationsMINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:- Requires Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
- Six (6) years of related experience preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Must be familiar with South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) design standards and permitting, Environmental permitting to include SCDES and USACE, and Beaufort County standards for design and stormwater.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:- South Carolina Professional Engineer's License preferred.
- EIT or EI certificate is required.
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
Supplemental Information We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
To learn more details, please the Beaufort County Human Resources website.
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Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering?
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How many years of professional experience do you have in civil engineering or a closely related field?
- Less than 2 years
- 2-3 years
- 4-5 years
- 6 or more years
- No related experience
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Do you have experience working with South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) design standards and permitting requirements?
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Please briefly describe your experience with SCDOT design standards and permitting.
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Are you familiar with environmental permitting requirements, including those administered by the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)?
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Are you familiar with Beaufort County design and stormwater management standards?
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Which of the following professional engineering credentials do you currently hold?
- South Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) License
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certificate
- Engineer Intern (EI) Certificate
- None of the above
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Please provide your professional license or certification number and issuing state.
Required Question
