County Engineer Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Summary Open until filled with a best consideration date of May 14, 2026. This recruitment may close without notice. This position will be filled at the Engineer I, II, or III level.

The level and salary offered will be dependent upon education and experience. The hiring salary range for Engineer I is $71,472.76 - $115,785.93. The hiring salary range for Engineer II is $76,883.35 - $124,469.84

The hiring salary range for Engineer III is $82,595.71 - $133,805.07. Check out this short video to see why Charles County Government employees stay: Meet Matthew Charles County is seeking skilled and motivated Civil Engineers to join our Department of Planning and Growth Management team. This position plays a key role in development review of water and sewer, stormwater, and transportation projects that directly impact the quality of life for our residents

The ideal candidate is committed to public service, has strong technical skills and expertise, and can effectively manage multiple projects. Engineer will review and evaluate projects for compliance with regulations, conduct site visits, and prepare reports. This position requires effective communication and collaboration with various stakeholders, including the public, developers, and other governmental agencies.

Essential Job Functions Reviews and evaluates projects for conformance with County ordinances, policies and procedures, engineering regulations, development and subdivision requirements, standard specification and detail conformance and other areas as assigned. Manages utility construction permits, including review and permit issuance. Meets with parties involved to discuss and clarify issues and explain requirements; advises and assists parties on how to achieve compliance with applicable rules and regulations.

Uses various specialized analysis including grading, storm drainage, stormwater management, flood plain management, road, water, and sewer analysis as appropriate to projects to discern relevant issues and facts and formulate appropriate recommendations. Assists in formulating and implementing long range, comprehensive engineering projects or policies, and updating applicable ordinances, specification and details. Maintains project files and records and prepares related reports including graphic materials, maps, and other illustrative materials as necessary; submits study reports and recommendations for review and presentation to various boards and committees.

Coordinates reviews, studies and projects with other divisions and departments as necessary; makes referrals and follows through on actions with agencies, as necessary. Responds to inquiries from the public, developers, engineers, landowners, attorneys and others involved in infrastructure regarding procedures, compliance issues and related matters. Performs field visits and site inspections, as necessary.

Serves on committees and work groups as assigned, providing technical support and assistance. Compiles and disseminates information on engineering related matters to the public. Manages contracts, grants, writing proposals for awards, scope of work and implementation.

Reviews special exception and variance requests for compliance to regulations, engineering principles, and engineering standards of care. Administers long range comprehensive engineering projects or policies. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Education and Experience: Engineer I- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. Engineer II- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and three years of related engineering work experience. Engineer III- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and five (5) years of progressively responsible engineering work experience.

Licenses or Certifications: Valid driver's license. Engineer I- Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification preferred. Engineer II- Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification required.

Engineer III- Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification required. Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred. Special Requirements/Qualifications: Work is subject to interruptions and inflexible deadlines.

May be required to work some evenings and weekends to coincide with project schedules and/ or public information meetings. This position is required to receive climate competency training level 2. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the principles, concepts and techniques of civil engineering as applied to grading, storm drainage, flood plain management, stormwater management, roads, water and sewer and related activities.

Knowledge of relevant engineering software programs. Knowledge of manuals, such as AASHTO, MIJTCD. SHA Book of Standards.

SHA Standard Specifications for Construction and Materials etc. Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal guidelines and regulations. Ability to Perform technically sound engineering and related studies and formulate appropriate recommendations.

Ability to determine specific tasks and assignments to be performed, independently handling new, unusual problems and deviations encountered in the work. Ability to conduct onsite inspections. Ability to interpret and apply applicable ordinances, rules, regulations, standard specifications and details to varied engineering and related situations.

Ability to develop and interpret engineering design and construction policies. Ability to maintain records and prepare related reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including assisting public presentations.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others encountered in the work, including internal and external customers. Ability to carry out assignments, follow through on matters, and use independent judgment and training to take appropriate actions to deal with standard recurring situations. Additional Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is sedentary with frequent periods of moderate physical activity and is performed in office and field surroundings.

Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 20 pounds; climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding; bend, kneel, crouch and crawl; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; feel the size, shape and temperature of items; and use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak normally, to use normal or aided vision and hearing, and to detect odors. WORK ENVIRONMENT Principal duties of this job are performed in a general office environment.

Department/Division: Planning and Growth Management/Infrastructure Management Pay Grade: 115-117 FLSA Status: Exempt Telework Eligible: Yes Reports to: Engineering Supervisor - Development Review Supervises: None