Senior Project Engineer or Project Engineer

The City of Bend is accepting applications for one (1) regular, full-time Senior Project Engineer or Project Engineer in the Private Development Engineering Division of the Community Development Department. This is an FLSA exempt (overtime ineligible), non-represented position. The City may use this job posting to create an eligibility list for future hiring purposes. Please review the entire job posting, including the application requirements at the end.

Project Engineers and Senior Project Engineers guide projects constructing public infrastructure through the City permitting process from pre-application meeting through plan review and construction. Our team ensures that new City infrastructure is safe and installed according to our local standards to keep maintenance costs low. Engineers in Private Development Engineering will manage all scales of construction from sidewalk panel replacements to new roads and site plans associated with large apartment buildings, industrial and commercial sites, and major subdivisions. Bend is a state leader in housing production during a time of housing shortage, wildfire risk, drought, and rapid growth. Our work has a direct impact on our community and plays a crucial role in shaping Bend’s future.

Classification Frameworks: Senior Project Engineer, Project Engineer,The following duties are a sample of major duties performed in these roles and not intended to be an exhaustive list. 

Project Engineer and Senior Project Engineer:

• Review engineering plans and reports for compliance with Bend Standards and Specifications, Bend Municipal Code, and the Central Oregon Stormwater Manual
• Work with private sector engineers, contractors, city maintenance staff, and city Inspectors to solve construction issues
• Review transportation reports for new developments
• Update City of Bend water and sewer models to account for the impact of new developments
• Collaborate with the City Planning Division to write land use conditions that account for a development's impacts to the water, sewer, and transportation systems

Senior Project Engineer:

• Assign new projects and manage the team’s work queue
• Develop and document new processes
• Manage and mentor junior staff
• Onboard new staff

We're looking for someone who is detail oriented and thorough. The ideal candidate will exhibit a strategic approach to addressing complex situations and work well in a collaborative environment. They will bring a customer service mindset to their work ensuring customers feel heard. Ideal candidates will be motivated to find more efficient processes that improve the permitting experience and cross-departmental coordination. Highly qualified candidates will have experience preparing and/or reviewing engineering plans for civil construction. They will also have a Professional Engineering License in Civil Engineering. Ideal candidates for the Senior Project Engineer role will bring strong people management skills and the ability to lead and mentor staff. 

Candidates who meet the listed minimum qualifications, including an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for an interview. Please ensure your application includes information about your education, relevant paid and unpaid work experience, and applicable licenses and certifications. Avoid referencing your resume in the job duties section of the application.

Minimum Qualifications:
Senior Project Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four-year college or university in Civil Engineering; AND 
• 6 to 8 years’ experience in a similar position and/or performing similar tasks; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the 
  essential duties of the job.

Project Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four-year college or university in Civil Engineering; AND
• 4 to 5 years’ experience in a similar position and/or performing similar tasks; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the 
  essential duties of the job.

Required Licenses & Certifications:
Senior Project Engineer and Project Engineer:

• Certification as a Professional Engineer in the State of Oregon required or acquire within six months of appointment.

Desired (but not required) Attributes:

• Experience working on civil construction sites
• Experience writing stormwater reports and performing stormwater calculations
• Experience with water or sewer modeling

Application Deadline: Applications received by August 31, 2026, 12:00 PM (noon) Pacific Time will be included in an initial review and consideration for interview; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Application Requirements: To be considered for an interview, applicants must complete an online application including the following attachments (failure to include required attachments may result in disqualification): 

• Cover Letter 
• Resume 
• Valid Credentials, Certifications and Licensing

Veterans’ Preference: Applicants seeking Veterans’ Preference as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran must attach appropriate documentation to their application. For more information click here.

Equity Statement: The City of Bend remains committed to building a workforce that advances diversity and inclusion within our community and all we do. We recognize that not everyone starts from the same place, and that gender, race, ability, sexual orientation, and other identities face different barriers. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where employees can thrive without these barriers. A more extended version of the City of Bend’s Organizational Equity Statement is available upon request

Benefits: The City of Bend offers an excellent competitive benefits package for Employees and Dependents for health and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and a robust paid leave program. Details are available on the benefits tab of the job posting.

Starting Compensation: Starting compensation is determined based on a pay equity analysis considering the candidate’s education, applicable work experience, and internal equity. Please include all relevant information on your application.

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