Permits Civil Engineer

Phoenix, NM - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 90000 - 126500

Posted on: 19 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Posting Date

10/22/25

Application Deadline

11/05/25

Pay Range

$90000 - $126500 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Transportation

About the Position

Engineer a future with Maricopa County by applying for the Permits Civil Engineer!

In this role you will perform entry-level through journey-level professional engineering duties which will include reviewing detailed traffic paving grading drainage storm drains water sewer dry utilities and landscape construction drawings.

You will fill an important role in the development of Maricopa County helping to ensure a safe and organized built environment
Collaborate with and in conjunction with a comprehensive list of transportation-related professionals including development firms home builders contractors utility companies local municipalities and state regulatory agencies
You will provide clear and accurate technical guidance to other departments consultants attorneys other regulatory agencies and the public regarding environmental regulations testing issues zoning ordinances traffic issues floodplain issues etc.
You will be one of the Maricopa County Department of Transportations key plan reviewers ensuring that permitted improvements within County rights-of-way comply with all applicable design standards
You will collaborate with County field inspectors to ensure construction proceeds according to approved plans and permits

About Us

We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) we provide connections that improve peoples lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work live and play Then join our team and help us build connections.

Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Learn more at Work With Us Maricopa County AZ

We Require

Two years of applicable civil engineering experience either reviewing or preparing construction drawings
Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration or by the technical board of another state with the ability to obtain Arizona registration within six months of employment
Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona drivers license by the time of hire

We Also Value

Experience in plan preparation and review of private development projects and for projects occurring within public right-of-way
Experience in drainage design and review

Job Contributions

Provide project reviews and ensure project deliverables meet Department standards
Provide clear and accurate technical guidance to other departments consultants attorneys other regulatory agencies and the public regarding engineering and plan requirements environmental regulations testing issues zoning ordinances traffic issues floodplain issues etc.
Participate in the development of project design concepts and criteria; make recommendations for the selection of appropriate countermeasures
Represent the assigned department at various meetings with other government agencies and the public
Other related duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally 10 pounds frequently or negligible amounts constantly or requires walking or standing to a significant degree
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures wetness/humidity respiratory hazards and noise and vibration

Machines tools equipment software and hardware

Revu Bluebeam Plan Review Software
Microsoft Suite
Proprietary permit management software

Protective equipment required

Standard hard hat safety vest and boots for field visits/meetings

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply Now!

Posting Date10/22/25Application Deadline11/05/25Pay Range$90000 - $126500 annuallySalary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensationJob TypeUnclassifiedDep...