Permits Civil Engineer

Posting Date

10 / 22 / 25

Application Deadline

11 / 05 / 25

Pay Range

$90,000 - $126,500 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 Type

Unclassified

Department

Transportation

About the Position

Engineer a future with Maricopa County by applying for the Permits Civil Engineer!

In this role, you will perform entry-level through journey-level professional engineering duties, which will include reviewing detailed traffic, paving, grading, drainage, storm drains, water, sewer, dry utilities, and landscape construction drawings.

You will fill an important role in the development of Maricopa County, helping to ensure a safe and organized built environment

Collaborate with and in conjunction with a comprehensive list of transportation-related professionals, including development firms, home builders, contractors, utility companies, local municipalities, and state regulatory agencies

You will provide clear and accurate technical guidance to other departments, consultants, attorneys, other regulatory agencies, and the public regarding environmental regulations, testing issues, zoning ordinances, traffic issues, floodplain issues, etc.

You will be one of the Maricopa County Department of Transportation's key plan reviewers, ensuring that permitted improvements within County rights-of-way comply with all applicable design standards

You will collaborate with County field inspectors to ensure construction proceeds according to approved plans and permits

About Us

We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections.

Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

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 our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

Two years of applicable civil engineering experience, either reviewing or preparing construction drawings

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

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

Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire

We Also Value

Experience in plan preparation and review of private development projects, and for projects occurring within public right-of-way

Experience in drainage design and review

Job Contributions

Provide project reviews and ensure project deliverables meet Department standards

Provide clear and accurate technical guidance to other departments, consultants, attorneys, other regulatory agencies, and the public regarding engineering and plan requirements, environmental regulations, testing issues, zoning ordinances, traffic issues, floodplain issues, etc.

Participate in the development of project design concepts and criteria; make recommendations for the selection of appropriate countermeasures

Represent the assigned department at various meetings with other government agencies and the public

Other related duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, or requires walking or standing to a significant degree

Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness / humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration

Machines, tools, equipment, software, and hardware

Revu Bluebeam Plan Review Software

Microsoft Suite

Proprietary permit management software

Protective equipment required

Standard hard hat, safety vest, and boots for field visits / meetings

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

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

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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