Civil Engineer

Maricopa County

. Design, plan, and inspect components of roadway engineering projects .

Posted 5/1/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $90,000 - $126,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, plan, and inspect components of roadway engineering projects
Prepare conceptual plans, detailed plans, specifications, and estimates for public works construction project components
Assume the technical responsibility for coordinating/preparing/reviewing phases or components of projects, including engineering reports, calculations, plans, and special provisions in accordance with public works standards and codes
Make technical engineering analysis of proposed projects; evaluate need for design changes and make appropriate recommendations; review plans for conformity to uniform codes, local ordinances, and state and federal regulations
Develop drafting plans and technical drawings, and perform computing work as required
Participate in the development of project design concepts and criteria
Maintain project files and document design and project management decisions; write various analytical reports, and make technical estimates of a specialized nature in connection with various projects
Review project deliverables and assess scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements
Other job duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two years of professional civil engineering work experience
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, or by the technical board of another state, with the ability to obtain Arizona registration within six months of employment
Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance with a hybrid work schedule option
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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Hard Skills & Tools

roadway engineeringtechnical analysisdrafting planstechnical drawingsengineering reportscalculationsproject design conceptsproject managementcost estimationpublic works standards

Soft Skills

coordinationcommunicationanalytical thinkingproblem-solvingattention to detaildecision-makingorganizational skillscollaborationtime managementadaptability

Certifications

Professional Engineer (PE)Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering