Project Engineer 1 - Water, Storm, and Sewer at City of Beaverton – Beaverton, Oregon

The City of Beaverton’s Public Works Department is hiring a Project Engineer 1 to work on civil engineering and capital improvement projects, with an emphasis on water, sewer, and stormwater projects. If you’re a licensed engineer with a background managing engineering and construction projects, and expertise in capital improvement projects, join us and make an impact on Beaverton’s infrastructure.

This is a full-time, exempt, Management 2 (M2) position. There is one vacancy.

Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Beaverton’s online portal. You will need to fill out your work history and respond to several supplemental questions. Your education, skills, and experience will be evaluated using the main application form and supplemental questions; a resume and cover letter are not required and do not substitute for a complete application and work history.

• Design and manage sewer and storm water capital improvement projects, collaborating with internal teams and external consultants.
• Perform civil engineering calculations and design work.
• Review city-permitted privately-funded public works projects.
• Ensure project completeness and accuracy before bidding and construction.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external agencies during development, review, permitting, and construction.
• Analyze existing storm and sewer systems for improvements.
• Implement projects from the Sewer Master Plan and Stormwater Drainage Master Plan.
• Coordinate and conduct field investigations and land surveys, and prepare reports.
• Manage and oversee engineering planning, design, and construction projects, which may include all types of infrastructure.
• Review inspection reports and project progress for compliance with engineering standards and specifications.
• Represent the city in various public and organizational settings.
• Promote diversity, inclusion, and integrity in the workplace.
• Additional duties are outlined in the Project Engineer 1 class specification.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field, and
• Five years of related engineering experience; including
• Two years of project management experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience enabling the incumbent to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing and special requirements

• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet the city’s driving standards.
• Registration as a professional engineer (PE) in the State of Oregon.
• Ability to pass reference checks and education verification, and satisfy the requirements of a background check

The City of Beaverton is committed to supporting a culture of inclusion and belonging for all, especially marginalized groups. We pledge to continue the ongoing, difficult and essential work needed to address institutional racism and historical inequities in all forms.

Beaverton is a diverse city, boasting a large population of qualified persons, including women, veterans, Black, Indigenous and people of color, persons with disabilities, generational groups, persons who speak many languages and are of diverse national origins.

Studies have shown that many candidates, especially women, are less likely to apply for a job if they do not believe they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. The city’s talent acquisition goals include hiring the candidate who is best able to meet the performance objectives of the role. We therefore encourage persons with non-traditional skill sets and experiences to apply, even if you believe you do not meet 100% of the qualifications and hiring criteria described.

Salary range: $8,097.95 - $10,852.98 monthly

Starting rate will be determined depending on relevant work experience as outlined in the Equal Pay Act. New hires who meet minimum requirements will start at step one. Higher steps within the posted range may be offered to those who have additional years of directly related experience.

Total compensation package and benefits

In addition to competitive pay, the city offers a wide variety of benefits to regular employees which make up an exceptional total compensation package.

The city pays the full retirement contribution to PERS including the employee portion; provides employees with an opportunity to participate in a deferred compensation retirement plan; makes available a public service loan forgiveness program and tuition reimbursement program; and offers excellent health, dental, vision and life insurance coverage.

Additional benefits include excellent paid time off (PTO) accrual, PTO cash out options, wellness programs and incentives, a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA with 3% employer contributions, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and bilingual pay premiums.

Annual amounts in the table are shown for comparison purposes only and may vary slightly from actual salaries due to rounding calculations in the payroll system.