Engineer IV

The Engineer IV is a Senior Project Manager position responsible for development and design of programmed projects totaling $10 million or more and leads a group of professional employees performing advanced engineering assignments requiring the application of engineering principles and methods. Seals all plans developed under his/her direction with a professional engineer's stamp.

• Plans and coordinates all engineering operations related to complex engineering projects.
• Acts as a division resource in resolving complex engineering problems relating to design, land development, traffic operations and right of way use and acquisition.
• Assigns, evaluates and leads the work of four (4) or more subordinate employees as required; advises, assists and trains subordinates as necessary; participates in the selection of new employees, and may perform periodic performance evaluations.
• Directs the preparation of comprehensive engineering studies and databases in order to compile, cross‑index and analyze information for engineering planning and decision making.
• Resolves design and funding problems on county projects under construction to ensure that the completed project operates as intended and preserves the public health and safety.
• Prepares and manages the preparation of project plans, specifications, estimates and construction documents to assure that assigned projects are completed on schedule and within an acceptable budget.
• Coordinates operations with resource groups, other county departments and programs, outside agencies, citizen groups and the general public as necessary; provides technical assistance to other county departments as required.
• Reviews and approves plans and contract documents before they are used in the public bidding process for county construction projects, including stamping plans and specifications with Professional Engineering License.
• Works with the Prosecuting Attorney's Office to resolve engineering related legal issues and acts as an expert witness on engineering aspects of design and right‑of‑way use/acquisition and land development for assigned public works projects.
• Prepares reports and recommendations to the County Council, various community groups and outside agencies as necessary; may conduct or participate in public hearings to explain program plans and solicit public input.
• Prepares Federal and State funding applications, prospectus packages, council approval motions, permits and jurisdictional agreements and other documents to support funding of design and construction projects on the County ACP and Six Year TIP.
• Responds to inquiries from the public regarding specific problems or issues in area of assignment.
• Prepares regular project status reports and task assignments status reports.
• Selecting and managing of engineering consultants to provide necessary project services for the department when the expertise or resources are not available.
• Coordinates with other County agencies, governmental agencies; municipalities, citizen groups, developers, and utilities to achieve project goals and presents comments on behalf of the Public Works department.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

A Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering or a related engineering specialty and eight (8) years of professional engineering experience; OR, any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skill and ability to perform the work. Must pass job related tests.

A Professional Engineer's License in civil engineering is required for all positions.

A valid Washington State Driver's License is required.

Job offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

Knowledge of:

• civil engineering standards, principles and practices with special…