Salary : $69,430.40 - $123,364.80 Annually
Location : Springfield, MO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 072426
Department: Environmental Services
Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
The City of Springfield's Department of Environmental Services is seeking applicants for multiple Engineering positions (Professional Engineer with option to underfill as an Engineer III, Engineer II, and Engineer I). The positions will be in our Wastewater Collection System Division or Water Quality Management and Protection Division and may focus on some or all the following areas:

• Manage infrastructure planning and capital improvement projects with design consultants;
• Perform capital/program planning and rehabilitation improvement analysis;
• Review system performance and data to prioritize future wastewater projects;
• Create and review bidding specifications and work with contractors during construction;
• Design wastewater infrastructure improvements;
• Work with a team of construction, inspection, analysis, and design professionals in collection system assessment, performance, and asset management;
• Review of sanitary sewer engineering plans for community development projects;
• Update or utilize the sanitary sewer hydraulic model.

The ideal candidates will seek innovative solutions and have a technical background in water resources, environmental, sanitary sewer, stormwater, or wastewater engineering. Experience in project management, wastewater infrastructure, and/or GIS and data analysis is preferred. Supervision of staff may be necessary for the positions.

Benefits

Employment benefits for this position include competitive health insurance, pension plan 100% paid by the City with vesting after 5 years, nearly 4 weeks of paid leave in the first year, additional accrued sick leave, and education assistance options. For more information click here!

About Springfield, MO

Growing 9% from 2010 to 2020, the Springfield metro area is thriving and offers a cost of living 14% lower than the national average. Located in the heart of the Ozarks, recreation opportunities abound with great proximity to area lakes, streams, and hiking experiences, making Springfield a Top 40 city for quality of life. Check out Living in Springfield for more reasons to consider Springfield, MO.

Leadership Philosophy
The City of Springfield's leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework®, which emphasizes:

Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency

These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community.

This is an Open Until Filled position, applications received prior to August 7th, 2026 will be guaranteed review.
Qualifications and Requirements
Experience, Education, and Training

Professional Engineer

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in an Engineering discipline;

AND

• Four years of experience in engineering work.
• Engineering experience must be commensurate with assigned specialty area required for current vacancy.

Engineer III (Underfill option):

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in an Engineering discipline;

AND

• Three years progressively responsible engineering experience;
• Must possess an Engineering Intern (EI) certificate from a State Board of registration for Professional Engineers within probationary period;
• Master's Degree in Engineering may be substituted for the EI certification.

Licensing/Certification

• Must possess a Professional Engineer's license;
• Must possess MO license as issued by the Missouri State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers within six months of employment.

Engineer II (Underfill option):

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related area;

AND

• Two years of progressively responsible experience;
• A Master's Degree in Engineering may be substituted for one year of the required work experience;
• Work experience must be commensurate with assigned specialty area for required vacancy.

Licensing/Certification

• Must possess a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License;
• Engineering Intern (EI) certification is required.

Engineer I (Underfill option):

• Must possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in an Engineering discipline providing appropriate engineering education related to the specialty area with current vacancy.

Licensing/Certification

• Must possess a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License;
• Must possess Engineering Intern (EI) certification or acquire within probationary period.

Functions

Professional Engineer:
For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the
Salary Range:
$69,430.40 - $123,364.80 Annually
Engineer III:

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the
Salary Range:
$64,667.20 - $114,878.40 Annually
Engineer II:

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see thejob description
Salary Range:
$57,782.40 - $102,668.80 Annually
Engineer I:

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see thejob description
Salary Range:
$53,144.00 - $94,452.80 Annually

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.
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01

The following questions are specific to the position you are applying for and must be completed accurately. The information you provide below must be reflected in the experience, education, or volunteer work provided in your application above. A response of 'see resume' will not be accepted.

• I understand.

02

Do you possess, at a minimum, a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in an Engineering Discipline?

• Yes
• No

03

Please state the name of your college / university and your SPECIFIC AREA of study.
04

How many years of Engineering experience do you possess?

• I do not have any related experience
• Less than 3 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 or more years

05

Do you possess a Professional Engineer's license?

• Yes
• No

06

Please describe any and all licenses or certifications you possess as related to this job.
07

Were you referred by a current City employee to apply for this position?

• Yes
• No

08

If yes, please state the full name of the City employee who referred you to this position.
Required Question