Engineer II

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CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Engineer II

SALARY:

$88,590.62 - $114,584.57

DEPARTMENT:

Public Works

Opening Date:

07/21/2026

Closing Date:

08/04/2026 12:00 a.m.

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period

CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is 8:00am – 4:30pm.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assists with multiple engineering initiatives including planning, studies, engineering evaluations, design and construction of projects, plan review, data analysis, asset management and capital improvement projects. Performs frequent application of engineering principles to support decision making as well as developing new approaches to solving problems. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reviews engineering plans and specifications, studies, reports, engineering evaluations, submittals, and shop drawings for sanitary and storm systems including county drains, pumping stations, Retention Treatment Basins and other related facilities. 

Confers with engineering consultants, municipal officials and representatives of local agencies, state and federal government officials regarding sanitary sewers, storm drains, sewage treatment works, and other related projects.

Oversees construction projects and project schedules. Monitors construction progress and reviews project invoices, pay estimates, and change orders.

Develops and manages capital improvement projects for various facilities.

Assists the public, consultants, municipalities, contractors, and utility companies with information related to the Public Works Department.

Generate updates, internal memos, technical letters and other correspondence related to ongoing projects.

Prepares developer agreements and drain contracts for improvement of county drains associated with commercial and residential developments.

Conducts meetings with property owners, engineers, contractors, and agencies to inquire information and identify and resolve problems associated with county drains and infrastructure projects.

Conducts data analyses, interprets results, and prepares reports.

Attends and participates in regular staff, coordination, and progress meetings.

Operates an automobile to perform essential job functions.

Performs related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Construction Management or related field

• Three (3) years of experience in review and design of Engineering projects

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Construction Management or related field

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel

Preferred Licenses or Certifications

• Possession of a current Professional Engineer license from the State of Michigan

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of civil engineering and hydraulics

• Methods of survey, nomenclature, and symbols used in design and construction

• Contract technical specifications

• Applicable software applications

• Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping

• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment

Skill in:

• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships

• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature

• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios

• Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments

Ability to:

• Review construction drawings

• Read and interpret blueprints

• Plan, cost, organize and evaluate engineering work 

• Meet schedules and deadlines of the work

• Effectively speak, write and understand the English language

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, Administrators, Department Heads, staff, union officials and the public

• Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions

• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files

• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries

• Work independently

• Conduct oneself with tact and courtesy

• Work in an environment which embraces the County’s Dignity Campaign

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally   F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Work Environment

Office or similar indoor environment: F/C

Outdoor environment: O

Street environment (near moving traffic): O

Construction site: O

Confined space: N/S

Exposures

Individuals who are hostile or irate: N/S

Individuals with known violent backgrounds: N/S

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): N/S

Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): N/S

Communicable diseases: N/S

Moving mechanical parts: O

Fumes or airborne particles: N/S

Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: N/S

Loud noises (85+ decibels): N/S

Blood Borne Pathogens: N/S

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally   F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Demand:

Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: O

Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): O

Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: N/S

Crawling (moving about on hands and knees). Inspecting in confined spaces: N/S

Digging:  N/S

Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: O

Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: O

Kneeling to work at low levels: N/S

Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/C

Lift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another: Up to 25 pounds: N/S

Push/Pull objects away from or towards the body: N/S

Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): N/S

Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/C

Standing in an upright position without movement: O

Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: O

Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/S

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS

Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.  Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.  Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations. 

The TPOAM - Specialized Employees bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.