CIVIL Engineer I or II

About the Town of Mooresville

As one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing communities, the Town of Mooresville combines innovation, teamwork, and community pride to deliver exceptional public service. Mooresville is a thriving, connected community dedicated to providing outstanding services that foster inclusivity and vibrancy for all. Guided by our PAC‑IQ values (People, Agility, Communication, Innovation, and Quality), we empower employees to collaborate, think ahead, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Work alongside a team committed to innovation and collaboration, creating positive change for the community!

We value our employees and invest in their success with a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits are among the most competitive in the region and include:

• 5% Town contribution to your 401(k), no employee match required
• Choice of three medical plans, including an HSA plan with Town contributions
• Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary
• Fully paid short‑and long‑term disability coverage (up to $8,000 per month)
• Wellness Incentive Program, with a discount of $240 annually on medical premium for participation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 mental health and work‑life support
• Volunteer Time‑Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization
• Vacation Leave:
  Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!
• Holidays:
  Employees accrue 13‑14 paid holidays per year
• Floating Holiday and Wellness Day:
  New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year
• Bereavement Leave:
  Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employee’s immediate family
• On‑site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!
• Additional perks include down payment assistance, pet insurance, gym reimbursement, and more!

The Civil Engineer I or II performs professional engineering work supporting the planning, design, permitting, construction, and maintenance of a variety of municipal infrastructure projects. This role contributes to the delivery of public improvement projects that enhance the Town’s transportation, utility, stormwater, and public works systems while supporting responsible community growth and development.

Working as part of the Engineering Services Division, the Civil Engineer I or II assists with or leads the design and construction management of projects involving streets, sidewalks, pedestrian safety improvements, storm drainage systems, stormwater management facilities, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and other public infrastructure. The position also supports development review activities by evaluating private land development plans for compliance with Town standards and applicable regulations.

The Civil Engineer I or II collaborates with contractors, consultants, developers, regulatory agencies, Town departments, and the public to coordinate projects from conception through completion. Responsibilities include project scheduling, engineering design, construction administration, permitting coordination, development review, infrastructure planning, technical reporting, and public engagement.

Depending on experience level, the Civil Engineer I may work under closer supervision while developing professional engineering knowledge and municipal project experience. The Civil Engineer II exercises greater independent judgment in managing projects, coordinating consultants, reviewing development proposals, and providing technical expertise related to municipal infrastructure and engineering services.

• Assist with or manage municipal engineering projects from planning and design through construction and project closeout.
• Prepare, monitor, and coordinate project schedules to ensure milestones and deadlines are achieved.
• Review engineering plans and development proposals for compliance with Town standards, state regulations, and engineering best practices.
• Evaluate street, utility, stormwater, erosion control, site development, and infrastructure plans submitted by developers, consultants, and contractors.
• Participate in the preparation of…