Engineer 1 or 2 Transportation

The City of Gresham is seeking talented and motivated candidates for an exciting career opportunity as an Engineer 1 or Engineer 2 in the Transportation Department in the Department of Environmental Services. This is your chance to help shape the future of one of Oregons most dynamic and rapidly growing cities.

In this role you will execute a variety of engineering tasks to include project design planning and construction as well as transportation systems operations. You may also manage small to large sized capital projects.

**Why Join Us**
Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance
Generous paid time off (vacation sick holidays floating holidays)
City-paid PERS contribution (6%) and HRAVeba contribution
Professional development and career growth opportunities
A supportive and collaborative team culture

As Oregons fourth-largest city Gresham is a welcoming community of hard-working people where tradition and heritage meet innovation and opportunity. Gresham is a dynamic and rapidly growing city where families and businesses have a mutual desire and drive to thrive. City of Gresham employees care deeply about the community they serve and go one step beyond to deliver services in collaborative inventive practical and nimble ways. Our work is challenging fast-paced and rewarding.

We believe that to deliver the highest level of service to all Gresham community members it is crucial we employ a diverse workforce foster an inclusive working environment and ensure our policies and systems result in equitable outcomes. The City seeks candidates who will support these values by continuously incorporating equity in their daily work and actively contributing to a workplace culture that respects unique viewpoints life experiences and cultural perspectives.
Come build the future with us.

The successful candidate will perform civil engineering work including design planning construction and management of public works projects while meeting city federal and state (FHWA & ODOT) requirements for transportation system operations. You will be responsible for producing plans specifications and cost estimates for public works projects as well as participating in the daily operation of the transportation system.

Working as part of the Transportation Engineering Division of the Environmental Services Department you will be part of a team that includes engineers project managers technicians and electricians. We are seeking someone collaborative and team-focused with the ability to also work independently as needed. You will apply your professional knowledge reporting and communication skills to interact with a variety of stakeholders within the organization other key organizations and the public.

What you will get to do:

Design plan and manage public works and transportation capital projects
Prepare plans specifications and cost estimates
Oversee construction and consultant contracts
Collaborate with internal teams government agencies developers and the public
Ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulations
Provide technical reports studies and recommendations
For Engineer 2: Lead budgeting planning and higher-level project management

Qualities Were Looking For:
We are seeking an engineer who is:
Collaborative and team-oriented with the ability to work independently
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Effective in both written and verbal communication
Adaptable innovative and committed to continuous learning
Dedicated to public service and passionate about improving community infrastructure
Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Committed to equity inclusion and serving a diverse community

Knowledgeof:

• Engineering principles practices methods techniques materials and equipment related to public works projects and the operation of a transportation system.
• Engineering project management and engineering contract administration.
• Computer applications and uses for engineering activities including proficiency in Auto CAD Civil 3D Design and Drafting Software and Microsoft Office. Experience in ArcGIS is desirable.

• Design engineering projects of varied scope and complexity and produce engineering drawings using Auto CAD Civil 3D software.
• Develop accurate detailed public works project cost estimates and delivery schedules.
• Manage engineering projects effectively.
• Administer construction and engineering contracts effectively assuring compliance with all standards and provisions.
• Prepare clear and precise reports of a technical nature.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees representatives of other governmental agencies contractors developers and the public.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Ability to plan organize coordinate assign and evaluate the work of subordinate technical employees on a project basis.

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering (or related field)

• Up to one (1) year of related experience.

• Engineer Intern or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field)
• 1 year or more of professional engineering experience
• Active registration as a Professional Engineer and an Oregon Professional Engineer within 6 months of employment

• Intermediate proficiency in Auto CAD Civil 3D for drafting grading and design
• Valid Drivers License
• Good driving record (see driving matrix)

• Experience in using Auto CAD Civil 3D modeling and corridors functionality
• Demonstrated experience in leading or overseeing design work on transportation capital projects
• 1 year or more of experience working on Federally funded transportation capital projects

• A major traffic offense or accident that results in death or major injury.
• Driving under the influence (DUI) offense within the last 5 years.
• Have more than 3 moving violations within a 3-year period or more than 2 within a one- year period.
• Have more than 2 accidents within a 3-year period.

Required application materialsinclude:

• complete online application (do not leave work experience fields blank or type see resume)
• responses to supplemental questions