Engineer III & IV

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About the Position

We are actively seeking engineers of all levels to join the Flood Control District of Maricopa County, where you can make a significant impact in protecting communities from flooding. As an engineer in our district, you'll have the opportunity to engage in a diverse range of tasks, including FLO-2D modeling, hydrology and hydraulics modeling, river mechanics, dam safety, and designing and implementing cutting-edge flood control infrastructure.

Regardless of your Engineering experience level, we welcome your expertise and unique perspective. Whether you are a seasoned professional with years of engineering experience, a mid-level engineer with innovative ideas, or an aspiring talent eager to start your engineering career to make a difference, you'll find a place in our dynamic and inclusive team.

About Us

Flood Control? In a Desert? Absolutely!

Though Maricopa County is in a desert, floods occur during two distinct rainy seasons - the summer monsoon and winter frontal rains. Although the Flood Control District has made significant progress over the years, work remains to be done. Maricopa County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, with over 200 people moving here daily!

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Proud to Offer

• Perform work with a greater purpose

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.29% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

• Paid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leaves

• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

• Employee discounts for goods and services

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We Require

• Bachelor's degree in a work-related engineering discipline such as, but not limited to, Civil, Geology, Hydrology, Water Resources, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering

• Three years of progressively responsible professional civil engineering work experience in hydrologic and hydraulic surface water modeling; OR

• One year of civil engineering work and two years of direct work experience in dam safety, dam technology, geotechnical engineering, or professional geology work

• Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE)

We Also Value

• Association of State Floodplain Managers Floodplain Manager Certification

• Three years of experience using FLO-2D, HEC-RAS 1D and 2D and ArcGIS/ArcPro

Engineer III has in-depth engineering hydrology and water resources knowledge and can perform technical and professional engineering analyses on complex projects

Engineer IV is a senior-level engineer with more than five years of in-depth technical expertise who may have a field of specialization and may also supervise and evaluate the work done by junior-level Engineers.

Job Contributions

• Perform, review, and approve designs, models, plans, and/or permits to ensure they meet District or regulatory standards

• Perform in-house studies/analyses/modeling related to 1D and 2D modeling to support various programs using FLO-2D Pro, SWMM, HEC-RAS 2D, HEC-RAS 1D, and other modeling software

• Use the knowledge of ArcGIS/ArcPro to create figures, manage data, perform spatial analysis, and create scripts to automate tasks

• Prepare project descriptions, budgets, and schedules for prioritization and inclusion of projects in the District's budget projections. Manage consultant contracts

• Coordinate with cities and public agencies; prepare and negotiate Intergovernmental Agreements; make project presentations, project authorization requests, and status reports to staff, boards, and councils

Working Conditions

• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire

• Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree

• The work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties and responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations. Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: Fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware

• ArcGIS/ArcPro, FLO-2D Pro, SWMM, HEC-RAS 2D, HEC-RAS 1D, and other modeling software

Protective Equipment Required

• As needed for fieldwork

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.

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