Posting Date10/06/26
Application Deadline10/20/26
Pay Range$90,000 - $133,750 annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job TypeUnclassified
DepartmentTransportation
About the PositionThe Roadway Design Engineer leads roadway projects of varying complexity through all phases of design, exercising initiative and independent judgment within defined technical and procedural limits. The purpose of this position is to design and review roadway projects according to standards established by the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT).
Proud to Offer- Work with a greater purpose
- Tuition reimbursement
- Exceptional work-life balance with a hybrid work schedule option
- Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
- Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
- Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
- Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
- Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
- Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
- Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require- Two years of professional civil engineering work experience
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, or by the technical board of another state, with the ability to obtain Arizona registration within six months of employment
Other RequirementsSuccessful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.
We Also Value- Four years of professional civil engineering work experience
- Experience using MicroStation, InRoads, and OpenRoads Designer
- Experience designing roadway-related projects
Job Contributions- Design, plan, and inspect components of roadway engineering projects
- Prepare conceptual plans, detailed plans, specifications, and estimates for public works construction project components
- Assume the technical responsibility for coordinating/preparing/reviewing phases or components of projects, including engineering reports, calculations, plans, and special provisions in accordance with public works standards and codes
- Make technical engineering analysis of proposed projects; evaluate need for design changes and make appropriate recommendations; review plans for conformity to uniform codes, local ordinances, and state and federal regulations
- Develop drafting plans and technical drawings, and perform computing work as required
- Participate in the development of project design concepts and criteria
- Maintain project files and document design and project management decisions; write various analytical reports, and make technical estimates of a specialized nature in connection with various projects
- Review project deliverables and assess scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements
- Other job duties as assigned
Working Conditions- This position is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period
- Exerting 20 - 25 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly
- The work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties and responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations. Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation
Selection Procedure- Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
- Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
- Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
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