Engineer IV

Introduction

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Summary Statement

The Office of Engineering is responsible for permitting compliance and enforcement of regulated Drinking Water State Revolving Fund activities associated with drinking water infrastructure construction in the State. The incumbent in this position will serve as the Administrator for the Division of Public Healths Office of Engineering.

This position is responsible for the review and approval of regulatory-driven construction plans, including drinking water infrastructure, plumbing, public pools, radiological facilities, and others as required or requested. Successful consultation with agency peers, industry representatives, and public water system owner-operators is a core function, including providing guidance and assistance on complex matters and regulations.

Duties include acting as a liaison between the department, municipalities, commercial/industrial organizations, and federal regulatory agencies regarding compliance, funding, and research.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.

Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Drafts, develops, and modifies engineering designs, plans, and specifications.
• Reviews permit applications, blueprints, and/or designs prepared by others to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
• Applies the principles and theories of science and mathematics to research and develop solutions to technical problems.
• Plans and conducts field studies, surveys, research, and development projects, inspections, and/or investigations to collect data and ensure conformance to state/federal laws and regulations.
• Tests or evaluates materials, equipment, systems, and facilities.
• Plans and coordinates engineering projects.
• Reviews, analyzes, and reports on the status of projects and/or regulatory conformance.
• Develops cost estimates for project time and materials.
• Provides technical guidance and training to technical staff.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Engineer IV

Applicants must have education, training, and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

• Possession of a valid Delaware Professional Engineering License OR
• Possession of a valid Professional Engineering license issued by a proper authority of a state, territory, or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia, or a province or territory of Canada.
• At least five years experience in Civil Engineering.
• Six months experience in engineering project management, which includes planning, scheduling, staffing, coordinating, controlling, monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on the status of engineering projects.

Additional Posting Information

This posting may be closed on or before 09/27/2026 upon filling the vacant positions.

Conditions of Hire

• Possession of or will gain possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) License within 6 months of starting date.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information, refer to our Job Seeker Resources.
• DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.
• All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package, please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits.

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training, and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title, and job duties. For education and training, list the name of educational provider, training course titles, and a summary of course content.

Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application, including your employment, education, and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling 800-232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. You may also call 302-739-5458 or email DHR_ADAConcerns@delaware.gov for additional applicant services support.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware, including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.