Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Job Summary

Join Missoula County in making a meaningful impact, where your work supports our vibrant community, promotes public service, and contributes to a better future for all.

On Site
- Missoula, Montana (Full time)

$40.008 per hour

Public Works

Open until filled
- Priority screening on July 20, 2026. It is in your best interest to apply by this date.

MFPE
- Federation of Missoula County Employees

Full-time, 40 hours per week

• Please include with your completed application a Letter of Interest.
• Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.

Provides technical expertise and performs engineering duties for the Public Works Department related to bridges, roads, culverts, grant applications and administration, levees, storm water discharge and management, subdivision review, construction plan review, permit review and approval, and other general civil engineering work.

Bachelor’s Degree is required.

Degree best suited to this position is civil engineering. Requires three years of experience in civil engineering or in the civil construction trades. Experience with construction plan development, construction oversight, and inspection desired.

Requires a valid Montana Driver’s license.

Prefer licensure as a Professional Engineer or Engineering Intern.

Requires FHWA Bridge Inspector Certification and Level II SWPPP Administrator Certification or ability to obtain these certifications within one year of hire.

Performs field inspections of county-maintained bridges and culverts in conformance with federal inspection standards. Identifies deficiencies; makes recommendations on maintenance, rehabilitation, replacement, or closure. Maintains records and files of inspections, maintenance, and repairs for all county-maintained structures.

Provides bridge related information to other departments, agencies, and the public when requested. Assists with the design of plans for bridge repair and with on-site pre-design work for bridge construction.

Prepares cost estimates for repairs or construction.

Provides oversight and technical direction for maintenance, repair, and construction work. Accepts or rejects field changes during construction.

Inspects completed bridge repair and construction for compliance with plans and specifications. Prepares grant applications to submit for federal, state, and local funding.

Works with agencies to ensure all grant requirements are met. Consistently seeks out new sources of grant funding.

Reviews and approves approach and land use permits. Reviews site plans, grading plans, and storm water reports for new development. Inspects active construction sites and completed projects for final approval and compliance with approved plans and the County Public Works manual.

Works with Engineering Project Manager to design road projects. Serves as preconstruction lead on road projects to ensure Missoula County obtains all appropriate easements, necessary materials are ordered, and ROW is clear of encroachments. This position will be tasked with ensuring projects are ready for the Road Crew to begin ROW work.

Prepares environmentally sensitive permit applications for the Public Works Department for approval from other State and Federal agencies. Attends meetings for Public Works as needed. These meetings often serve as information sessions for the general public for upcoming road and bridge projects.

Assists with subdivision review for engineering concerns. Performs other general civil engineering work as required or directed.

As a Missoula County employee, you will be a part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community.

Missoula County is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or military status.