Transportation Civil Engineer

Do you thrive on meaningful projects that shape your own community? Are you looking for more autonomy, stability, and purpose in your civil engineering career?

Cass County North Dakota is hiring a Transportation Civil Engineer – a local, full‑time opportunity to take the lead on vital infrastructure projects right where you live. If you're ready for a career that offers growth, impact, and unmatched support, this is the job for you!

At Cass County, you'll find a family‑oriented culture where your work matters and your well‑being is prioritized.

We offer top‑tier benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Optional spouse insurance
• Pension
• Vacation and sick time
• Optional overtime bonus pay
• Great job security

All while earning a competitive salary of $67,922 – $73,889/year and making a lasting difference in your own backyard.

As our Transportation Civil Engineer, you'll lead the planning, design, and construction of roads, bridges, and drainage systems across Cass County. You'll manage contractors, oversee budgets, and ensure quality control on active construction sites. Your work will span from in‑house design and cost estimating to infrastructure inspections, public engagement, and emergency flood response – including coordinating FEMA documentation and community outreach.

With a blend of field, office, and community work, every day brings new challenges and the satisfaction of visible results.

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field
• Experience in road, bridge, and drainage design and construction
• Knowledge of surveying techniques and construction materials testing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, databases, spreadsheets, and technical software
• Strong project management skills and the ability to work effectively with contractors, public officials, and the general public

This is a local, full‑time civil engineering role based in West Fargo, ND, with:

• No travel outside the county
• A mix of office and field work
• Regular site visits (includes walking, climbing, and lifting equipment)
• Outdoor work in varied weather during construction or emergency events

For over 150 years, Cass County has been serving the needs and protecting the interests of our residents. As the most populous county in North Dakota, we're proud to maintain an environment where people can live happy, healthy lives. With a sheriff's office that includes a jail, court security, and court services, as well as life‑saving special projects like search and rescue and snowmobile patrol, our residents can trust us to keep them safe.

We offer excellent growth opportunities and the ability to make a positive difference. If you want to build a rewarding career giving back to your community, join us!

Join our local government where your work directly improves the community – and where you're treated like family. Apply now and take the next step in a rewarding, secure, and impactful civil engineering career! The initial application is quick, easy, and mobile‑friendly.