Senior Engineer-Stormwater

Salary : $116,267.16 - $160,011.24 Annually

Location : Sammamish, WA

Job Type : Full-Time

Remote Employment : Flexible / Hybrid

Job Number : 00257

Department : Public Works

Division : Engineering

Opening Date : 08 / 07 / 2025

FLSA : Exempt

Bargaining Unit : WSCCCE AFSCME Council 2

The City of Sammamish is a safe, family-friendly suburb in the Seattle area. The community boasts amenities found in a much larger community, all while maintaining its small-town charm. Sammamish has quality neighborhoods, vibrant natural resources, high-quality schools, retail offerings, and an abundance of recreational opportunities.

Description

Are you passionate about creating resilient, sustainable communities through smart water management? As our Senior Stormwater Engineer, you'll lead essential infrastructure projects that protect the environment, improve public safety, and support regional growth.

Why join us?

• Impactful Work : Play a pivotal role in protecting water quality and shaping the future of the City's stormwater infrastructure.
• Professional Growth : Access to continuous learning opportunities and career advancement.
• Comprehensive Benefits : Health, dental, and vision insurance, FSA, retirement plans, and generous paid time off (vacation and sick).
• Collaborative Environment : Work with a dedicated and supportive team passionate about public service.
• Work-Life Balance : Hybrid work schedules and a commitment to your well-being; 14 paid holidays plus a floating holiday.

The Senior Engineer-Stormwater performs complex specialized professional activities in-house stormwater engineer. Work involves participating in the development, administration, and implementation of the city's storm and surface water management program, providing project management and technical expertise input for the planning, analysis, design, construction, inspection, operation, monitoring, and maintenance of storm and surface water projects, and public information regarding surface water and drainage policies and issues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering; supplemented by number five (5) years of experience in project management of design, construction, and maintenance of storm and surface water projects, stormwater-related planning projects, and related policy development; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and / or experience. Employees must be residents of Washington State.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

Licensed in Washington State as a Professional Engineer (PE), CESCL Certification, and Confined Space Training

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in civil or environmental engineering and five (5) years of experience with government or consulting firm in stormwater planning, development, implementation, and management

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE OF

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from any background. The City will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set.

The City of Sammamish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with United States Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, this organization provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

In addition to offering competitive salary, City of Sammamish is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees. When you join our team, you'll enjoy these benefits :

Regence HealthFirst® 250 Medical Plan : Free preventive vistis; $250 deductible for individuals / $750 for families; 10% coinsurance for primary and specialist care with in-network providers; $3,000 out-of-pocket limit for individuals / $6,000 for families; affordable prescription drug coverage starting at $5 copay for generic meds and insulin costs are capped at just $35 per month; OR