Engineer I

Compensation Range

$76,315.20 - $103,022.40

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Job Description Summary

Entry-level Engineer I position within the Development Review Division of the Planning Services Department which assists with engineering related items for Planning and Oil & Gas land use cases.

This position requires case management of multiple types of development submittals with an emphasis on engineering review and inspection; review of drainage reports associated with projects and provide comment in relation to the Weld County Code; review traffic studies and the impact of development on transportation systems and recommend improvements; review and provide redlines on engineered plans for on-site and off-site improvements in relation to land use cases; present information both in a professional written format and verbally to landowners, engineers, consultants, Boards and Commissions; And assist with Improvements Agreements that are to be presented to the Board of County Commissioners, access permitting in relation to the land use case and Floodplain permitting.

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Job Description

Primary Duties - 70%

• Review design and construction plan sets and reports, such as drainage and traffic studies, produced by other engineers and recommend acceptance or improvements to documents.
• Perform independent evaluation, selection, and application of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgement and ingenuity in making minor adaptations and modifications.
• Work and communicate (oral and written) at a highly effective level with other staff, Commissioners, Hearing Officers, County and outside agencies, contractors, and the public.
• Read, interpret, and apply engineering criteria in reference to the Weld County Code (WCC), Weld County Engineering and Construction Criteria (WCECC), and all other State and Federal criteria that applies.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Secondary Duties - 20%

• Assist with assignments requiring independent and individual contribution such as Floodplain permitting and Improvements Agreements.

Other Duties Assigned - 10%

• Not all duties mentioned may be applicable to every position, and the examples provided do not encompass all possible duties that may exist within this job classification.
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Required Qualifications

Required Education

• High School Diploma/GED and
• Bachelor's Degree Civil Engineering or other technical field

Experience Qualifications

• 2 years of experience working as an engineer performing similar duties to those listed OR equivalent combination of education and experience

Licenses and Certifications

• Colorado Driver's license (Upon Hire Required)
• E.I. Certification in the State of Colorado Preferred
• Driving is essential in this position.
• Candidate must have a valid Driver's License and Liability Insurance Upon Hire (Required)
• Candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) evaluation and if hired, will be subject to continuous monthly MVR monitoring and random drug screens throughout employment. (Required)
• Pre-employment substance screening is required for this position.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing the screening in accordance with Weld County policy.

This position is exempt from the minimum wage and overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore ineligible for overtime pay.

As an applicant for this position, you should be aware of Senate Bill 19-085, the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The act requires employers to announce the pay range for job openings.

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Use the link below to get a closer look at the generous benefits offered:

https://www.weld.gov/Government/County-Information/Join-Our-Team/Employee-Benefits

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Weld County is an equal employment opportunity employer. We ensure that all employment practices are conducted without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Weld County pledges to uphold a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, promoting fairness and dignity for all employees. We actively take affirmative action to comply with nondiscrimination policies and invite qualified individuals in need of reasonable accommodations to contact our Human Resources Department at humanresources@weld.gov or (970) 400-4234.