Close Date: Tuesday November:00 AM
Department: General Services Department
Salary: $62091.00 - $77614.00 Commensurate with Experience
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Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce
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Providing all customers with courteous responsive accessible and seamless quality services
Taking initiative to identify analyze and solve problems
Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions
SUMMARY
The City of Charlottes Department of General Services is seeking a technically skilled and motivated Engineer Planning & Design to join the In-House Design Program within the Engineering Services Division. This position plays a key role in shaping the Citys transportation infrastructure by supporting the planning design and delivery of capital projects.
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
Initiate and support transportation infrastructure projects from concept through design.
Perform preliminary engineering and apply professional design principles to develop construction plans and specifications.
Conduct technical studies and propose future projects aligned with City priorities.
Coordinate and plan internal project review meetings.
Review engineering drawings and specifications for accuracy and compliance.
Assist with project inspections and reporting on project status.
Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective verbal and written communication
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Attention to detail and commitment to quality
Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience or coursework in transportation or civil engineering design.
Familiarity with CAD and Civil 3D.
Strong interest in municipal infrastructure and public service.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The Citys Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes but is not limited to: reference checks social security verification education verification criminal conviction record check and if applicable a credit history check sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.
Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidates written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process candidates may be asked to take a skills test and/or participate in other assessments.
The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex national origin marital status age disability sexual orientation political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress appearance or behavior.
Our culture is to serve the community honorably.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.
You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where self-service application kiosks are available. They are located in our office at 700 East 4th Street Suite 200 Charlotte NC 28202. We are open Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (EST) excluding official City holidays.
For questions about your application or the hiring process please email .
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BENEFITS
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
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The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.