Professional Engineer - Public Works - Transportation Engineering

City of Springfield, MO

$68K — $117K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline from an accredited institution
  • Four years of relevant engineering experience
  • Engineering experience must align with the specific vacancy area
  • Must possess a Professional Engineer's license upon hire
  • For underfill options, progressively responsible engineering experience required varies from two to three years

Responsibilities

  • Design and oversee construction of public infrastructure improvements
  • Manage right-of-way acquisitions and surveying for public property
  • Ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulations
  • Collaborate with city planners and stakeholders on transportation projects
  • Assist in the preparation of project budgets and timelines

Benefits

  • Comprehensive employee benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Contributions to retirement plans
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Supportive work environment encouraging career advancement
Full Job Description
Salary : $68,203.20 - $117,083.20 Annually
Location : Springfield, MO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 052926
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
Due to recent promotions, the City of Springfield's Department of Public Works is seeking qualified applicants for a Professional Engineer (with option to underfill as Engineer III, Engineer II, and Engineer I) in the Transportation Engineering Division.

The Transportation Engineering Division of Public Works manages the design and construction of public improvements in the City of Springfield including streets, intersections, streetscapes, and bridges. The division is also responsible for right-of-way acquisitions for public uses and surveying public property. For more information about our Transportation Engineering Division, visit our website.
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NOTICE OF EXAM: The eligible list established as a result of this posting will be used for this job classification for a minimum of six months or until the list is exhausted. The list will be used to fill multiple vacancies, across various City departments. INDIVIDUALS MUST APPLY NOW IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE OPENINGS IN THIS JOB CLASSIFICATION. PERSONS INTERESTED IN FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES MUST TEST NOW AND IF ELIGIBLE MAY HAVE THEIR NAME WITHHELD FROM CERTIFICATION UNTIL SUCH TIME AS THEY ARE INTERESTED.
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.
Engineer II (Underfill Option):
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in an Engineering discipline;

AND
  • Two years progressively responsible engineering experience;
  • Master's Degree in Engineering may be substituted for one year of the required work experience.
Engineer I (Underfill Option):
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in an Engineering discipline;


Licensing/Certification

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

Functions
For more information on Professional Engineer essential functions and other requirements, please see the
  • Salary range for Professional Engineer: $68,203.20 - $117,083.20/annually
For more information on the Engineer III essential functions and other requirements, please see the
  • Salary range for Engineer III: $63,523.20 - $109,012.80/annually
For more information on the Engineer II essential functions and other requirements, please see the
  • Salary range for Engineer II: $56,742.40 - $97,427.20/annually
For more information on the Engineer I essential functions and other requirements, please see the
  • Salary range for Engineer I: $52,208.00 - $89,648.00/annually

Other Requirements
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 have experience as a Professional Engineer/Project Manager in a traffic safety focused role?
  • Yes
  • No

06

Do you possess a Professional Engineer's license?
  • Yes
  • No

07

Please describe any and all licenses or certifications you possess as related to this job.
08

Were you referred by a current City employee to apply for this position?
  • Yes
  • No

09

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

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