City Engineer

The City of Fairburn is seeking to fill an experienced and professional City Engineer. Under general supervision this position is responsible for complex engineering work involving planning organizing and coordinating projects of land development storm water management traffic design pavement management street improvements lighting facilities and construction of capital projects; and reviews and approves engineering plans. Experience in local or county government is a plus. Experience and background in Civil Engineering is a preferred. Reports to the Public Works Director.

Hiring Range: $91579.96 - $96158.96 Annually (Depending on qualifications)

Work Days/Hours: Monday Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.;Must be available for emergency call-in on weekends nights and holidays.

Posting Start: 09/04/2025

Posting End: open until filled

JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision this position is responsible for complex engineering work involving planning organizing and coordinating projects of land development storm water management traffic design pavement management street improvements lighting facilities and construction of capital projects; and reviews and approves engineering plans. Reports to the Public Works Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Plans organizes and coordinates engineering design contract preparation and review and site suitability studies.
Participates in the development of the work plans related to engineering functions; Establishes appropriate engineering standards for city infrastructure.
Selects oversees and evaluates adequacy of consultant engineering services; prepares requests for proposal; coordinates contract activities and provides technical advice and interpretation as required.
Works closely with the Public Works Director in the development and implementation of long- and short-term strategies.
Reviews and approves all capital improvement designs and projects in addition to projects within the Citys right of way including oversite and approval of project work from other divisions and departments.
Reviews Site Development Plans Traffic Studies Hydrology Reports and other engineering related documents associated with private development projects
Participates in the development of work plans related to engineering functions.

Coordinates project implementation by interacting with the various parties involved and makes recommendations for engineering and project success.
Investigates and responds to inquiries and concerns for contractors staff the general public and other organizational agencies.
Completes engineering functions such as inspecting project sites estimating project costs and managing the progress of projects.
Prepares approves evaluates and maintains related engineering reports and other information such as specifications project invoices proposals grant applications permits and/or budgets.
Coordinates the Citys SPLOST funded transportation.
Oversees the Citys monitoring and enforcement of applicable erosion sedimentation and pollution control laws.
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Public Administration or closely related field or completion of an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) program; supplemented by five (5) years of related experience in engineering; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this job.

Licenses or Certifications:
Valid State of Georgia drivers license and satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR); CDL license preferred.
Must possess and maintain Georgia Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Must possess Soil & Water Level II/Certification; or be able to obtain within three (3) months of employment

Special Requirements:
Requires an acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history check and an acceptable driving record.
Requires satisfactory results from a pre-employment alcohol and controlled substance testing.
This position is deemed safety-sensitive and is subject to random alcohol and controlled substance testing.
Must be available for emergency call-in on weekends nights and holidays.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of Civil Engineering professional practices and ethical responsibilities.
Thorough knowledge of Local State and Federal laws regulations and policies related to planning developing construction and maintenance of Municipal Public Works.
Knowledge of civil engineering design and federal state and local regulations related to civil engineering including the principles and theory of applied engineering design and construction.
Knowledge of the methods and materials used in the design construction and inspection of varied civil engineering projects.
Knowledge of methods and materials used in the design construction and inspection of varied civil engineering projects.
Knowledge of Floodplain management.
Knowledge of the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) plan development process.
Skill in the interpretation and application of regulations codes and ordinances.
Skill in evaluating the best method of research and then exercising appropriate judgment in establishing priorities and resolving complex matters.
Ability to conduct complex civil engineering research projects evaluate alternatives make sound recommendations and prepare effective technical reports.
Ability to analyze and interpret engineering plans and specifications in accordance with design requirements and applicable standards and regulations.
Ability to analyze engineering problems identify alternative solutions and consequences and make sound recommendations.
Ability to plan and program engineering work on both a long- and short-term basis
Ability to read plans and other engineering documents.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is moderate work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Work requires regular and at times sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing stooping kneeling crouching and crawling and that may involve the lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors sounds depth texture and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in an outdoor environment. Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as dirt dust pollen odors wetness humidity rain fumes temperature and noise extremes machinery vibrations electric currents traffic hazards toxic agents disease or pathogenic substances

The City of Fairburn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss accommodations with the employer.