Engineer , II, or III

The function of Gwinnett County Department of Planning and Development is to promote and enhance the quality of life of residents, visitors, property owners and businesses of Gwinnett County. The Department accomplishes its mission through programs and services that encourage high quality development as well as maintenance and revitalization of existing neighborhoods. The Department consists of the Administration Division, Building Division, Code Enforcement Division, Development Division, Housing and Community Development Division, Economic Development Division, Customer Experience Division, and Planning Division.



Job Description
The Engineer position is responsible for multiple aspects of the review process within the Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Plan Review Section of the Development Division, Department of Planning and Development.

Essential Duties

• Review of development plans for compliance with applicable regulations and adherence to mandated guidelines pertaining specifically to water, sewer, and stormwater.
• Provides technical assistance to other County staff, outside contractors, and the general public regarding engineering issues.
• Communicates plan review matters with design professionals and internal staff.
• Reviews various reports, zoning conditions, recorded plats, GIS maps, and easements related to development projects.
• Researches, investigates, and evaluates complaints and inquiries received by the public or management regarding water, sewer, and stormwater issues.
• May serve as a lead to lower-level staff to include assigning and monitoring work and providing direction.
• Engineer III will serve as a lead worker and may supervise staff and serve as back-up to the manager.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Valid Driver's License from state of residency

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• One year of related experience
• Valid Driver's License from state of residency

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Two years of progressively responsible engineering experience
• Valid Driver's License from state of residency

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More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

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