Engineer III

engineer iii

loudoun county government has been named one of forbes' 2025 best large employers! We're proud to be recognized nationally for our commitment to employee satisfaction and excellence in public service. At loudoun county, we bring together talented professionals from all backgrounds to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, growing community — that's the loudoun difference.

welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with loudoun county government! All sections of the application must be completed in its entirety. The resume is considered supplemental information only. Applications that are incomplete or indicate 'see resume' will not be taken into consideration.

located in the western part of the washington, d.c. Metropolitan area, loudoun county is a dynamic community that has experienced significant growth over the past decades with changing development environments, ranging from transit-oriented development at our new metrorail stations, to redevelopment of existing neighborhoods, to maintaining and fostering our vibrant rural economy in the western part of the county. These factors create a lively atmosphere and agile work environment.

Loudoun county government, named by forbes magazine as one of the 2025 best largest employers, is comprised of county staff who dedicate their talents, education and experience to make a difference. In the department of building and development, we place a high value on work-life balance, professional development and service to our community.

the department of building and development (department) is seeking applications for the position of engineer iii. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

• performing comprehensive review of complicated land development applications to verify compliance with applicable regulations for which the department enforces.
• serving as point of contact and overall project manager for the processing of individual land development applications.
• coordinating directly with internal and external agencies, applicants and owners to resolve design related deficiencies which would prevent the approval of an application.
• facilitating transparent government operations by updating project records and databases completely and accurately.
• providing excellent customer service by responding to citizen inquiries regarding procedures, regulations, application status, and other relevant data available to the department.

the ideal candidate will:

• be a highly effective communicator capable of conveying complex technical information in a clear and tactful fashion.
• possess a strong civil engineering background which demonstrates resourcefulness, flexibility and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• be highly proficient in relevant computer systems and be comfortable communicating through virtual media.

this position is eligible for a $6,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the county's hiring and retention bonus program. Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

bachelor's degree in engineering from a four-year college or university accredited by the accreditation board for engineering and technologies with coursework related to the assigned area; three (3) years of related professional engineering and construction management work experience with direct design as well as administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

successful candidates will undergo background checks as required. Must be able to inspect existing sites and active construction projects and may be exposed to inclement weather while in the field.

loudoun county government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call human resources directly at  or email human resources.