Civil Engineer III- Highway Design

Job Posting End Date:
January 15, 2026 at 11:59pm CSTHiring range: $98,176 to $117,790 ($47.20 to $56.63 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.
Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.
In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 1/15/2026 in order to be considered.
** Position Description
** At the Anoka County Transportation Division, our vision is to enhance and protect life by delivering safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation solutions. We are currently seeking a Civil Engineer III – Highway Design to lead critical design efforts that support highway construction and improvement projects. This role involves developing design criteria, engineering drawings, specifications, and project documentation related to right-of-way acquisition, roadway and traffic design, drainage systems, and environmental impact assessments.

The Civil Engineer III will collaborate closely with local agencies and city officials to ensure projects meet technical standards and community needs.

This is a full-time, exempt position based primarily in the office. Interviews will take place the week of January 26, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.
** Pay & Benefits
*** Salary: $98,176 to $117,790 ($47.20 to $56.63 per hour).
* 2026 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 38: $98,176 to $137,384 ($47.20 to $66.05 per hour).
* 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
* Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at
* Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
* Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
* Advancement/professional development opportunities.
** Work Location
*** This position will work at the Anoka County Highway building located at 1440 Bunker Lake Blvd NW, Andover MN 55304.
* This position is primarily in-office, with the eligibility for one remote workday per week, subject to business needs.
* Expected work hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
** Job Duties and Responsibilities*
* * These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Civil Engineer III
- Highway Design.
** Plan and create drawings and specifications, including right of way acquisition, roadway design, traffic engineering, drainage design, and environmental impact to support highway construction and improvements.
* Manage county transportation projects by overseeing consultant teams, directing project activities, and reviewing deliverables.
* Prepare reports on engineering projects and proposals to maintain schedules, meet deadlines, and minimize impact on the traveling public. Ensure all contracts, proposals, timelines, and documents remain up to date. Maintain all project documentation, including specifications and illustrations.
* Perform research, data collection, analysis, and utilize written documentation to support design calculations, drawings, and rough sketches.
* Provide technical and project design support to field staff during construction.
* Answer construction related questions and perform necessary revisions.
* Assist in preparing technical specifications for project bidding process.
* Distribute documentation to design staff during highway project development.
* Coordinate with utility companies during construction to ensure safety and maintenance of utility systems during construction projects.
* Support field personnel by performing activities, interpreting definitions, and specifications during roadway construction and survey activities.
* Support questions from contractors, utility companies,…