Civil Engineer

Salary : $88,102.22 - $132,153.35 Annually

Location : Avondale, AZ

Job Type : Full Time

Department : Public Works

Opening Date : 11 / 03 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 23 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Arizona

FLSA : Exempt

Job Description

The Civil Engineer provides engineering reviews, evaluations and support on a wide variety of capital improvement projects for the Public Works Department and review of proposed private development infrastructure on projects within the city. This position coordinates with a variety of stakeholders to develop utility system solutions that are technically sound, meet approved engineering requirements and are accessible to operations staff for O&M activities.

Under direct supervision of the Utility Engineering Manager, this position performs a variety of evaluative duties required to ensure proper expansion, realignment, replacement, rehabilitation or optimization of the city's water and wastewater systems. This position acts as the Public Works Department liaison in many coordination and resolution meetings with other departments, outside municipalities, regulatory and permitting agencies and other entities.

The Civil Engineer will require exceptional collaboration and communications skills to effectively review, compile, organize, and result comments from operators, supervisors, directors and other stakeholders. The position will require a high level of self-motivation and time management skills to set and meet frequent and continuous deadlines.

Essential Functions

Reviews and provides engineering comments on capital improvement and development service contract documents to ensure conformance with City codes, policies and general engineering requirements. Collaborates, as needed, with operational divisions for additional project considerations and input on long-term operation and maintenance configurations.

Acts as the engineering division liaison with other Public Works divisions, other city departments, municipalities or outside entities with respect to capital and development projects. Coordinates and provides engineering solutions to conflicts, design errors or omissions or other project issues relating to the city's water and wastewater systems.

Attends development pre-app meetings, case screening meetings, resolution conferences and plan review sessions. Compiles and provides standard and site-specific comments from Public Works staff on pre-application projects, site plan submittals, rezoning requests, and general plan amendments; conveys information to project applicants and provides clarification on standard or site-specific comments.

Assists in preparation of various documents associated with capital projects such as proposals, requests for qualifications, preliminary project estimates, project notices, submittals, scopes, fees, schedules and more.

Identifies and leads coordination efforts for real estate and / or easement acquisition for capital improvement projects. Ensures development projects proposing new easements, tracts or right-of-way with city utilities meets design and access requirements for operation and maintenance activities.

May perform site visits to verify and document existing or proposed conditions and to develop field-modifications for proposed infrastructure improvement projects.

Redlines and proposes improvements to standard city construction details, construction specifications, general engineering requirements, city codes and ordinances and other guidelines where improvements are necessary.

Prepares information and presentations on project activities or project updates that may be presented to department directors, city management or elected officials. Prepares information that may be utilized for justification of utility rate increases, impact fee development or fee adjustments.

Creates and contributes to a positive and supportive workplace culture. Pursues training, cross-training and mentorship opportunities within the division. Approaches implementation of divisional policies and procedures, changes and improvements with a high level of enthusiasm.

Performs other duties as required. May be called upon to assist other divisions within the Department or other Departments within the City.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, transportation, sanitary, etc.), public works management, business management or a related field is required.

Advanced knowledge and / or experience with municipal or private utility system operation, policies and procedures is preferred.

Additional knowledge obtained through a vocational school certificate program, master's degree, professional engineering license or other similar course of study is preferred.

A minimum of two (2) years of civil plan review, utility design, public works engineering, or project management experience is preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered if sufficient to perform the essential duties of the role as listed herein.

Possession of an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification through a state board or technical registration is required or must be obtained within six months of hire and must be kept current throughout employment.

Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) registration through the Arizona Board of Technical Registration is preferred.

A valid Arizona Driver's License is required.

Supplemental Information

Work requires the ability to read technical and manuals, scientific literature, reports, construction plans, technical specifications, schematics, blueprints, budget materials, memos and general correspondence.

Work requires the ability to perform college level math to include unit conversions, percentages, financial formulas and projections as well as various algebraic, geometric, trigonometric and basic calculus calculations.

The ability to produce written documents with clearly organized thoughts utilizing proper grammar; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; and observe, review and provide meaningful feedback on the work of others to ensure conformance to standards is required.

Work requires considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluating judgment.

The ability to prepare conceptual and detailed budget estimates for operational projects and to support budget preparation is required.

This is a non-supervisory position. However, work shall include organizing and leading small work groups to achieve desired outcomes.

Work involves reviewing, analyzing and evaluating many complex and variable utility system design issues; applying basic civil engineering principles, providing clarification on plans and specifications and conveying complex information to stakeholders of various backgrounds.

This position makes frequent contact with others in the organization. These contacts may involve similar work units or other Departments within the City, which may be involved in decision making or provide approval for purchases or projects.

This position makes contact with outside entities, groups and the general public and must represent the City in a professional manner, including attitude and appearance.

Must have a positive attitude and a team-oriented mindset. Must possess a collaborative personality and desire to bring various stakeholders together. Verbal communication skills, the ability to provide small presentations, host meetings and encourage collaboration is required.

Employee must maintain regular in-person attendance.

The City of Avondale offers a comprehensive benefits package with outstanding health and wellness benefits, financial perks, work-life balance, and more. Explore our Employee Benefit Highlights and Benefits Guide for full details! For additional information, visit our

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Select from the options below your highest level of completed education.

• Not completed High School
• High school or GED
• Associates or Vocational Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher

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How many years of experience do you have in civil plan review, utility design, public works engineering, or project management?

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Do you possess an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or the ability to obtain one within 6-months?

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Do you possess a Professional Engineer (PE) certification?

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Do you have a valid Arizona Driver's License or the ability to obtain one at the time of hire?

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