Engineer Associate

Posting Date
10/21/26
Application Deadline
10/28/26
Pay Range
$70,000 - $111,250 annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's 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
The Engineer Associate utilizes their technical knowledge and abilities to complete tasks that are often of high difficulty, requiring application of standard and non-standard techniques and procedures, and requiring independent judgment. This position works under the supervision of a licensed engineer and will focus on civil engineering plan review for permit projects. As a member of the Plan Review Team, this position is actively involved in supporting the community by interacting with property owners, developers, contractors, and engineering consultants so they can perform construction activities within the County right-of-way.
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 people's 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 the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Four years of professional pre-registration civil engineering experience; or
Four years of experience leading and performing senior-level technical engineering work; or
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) may substitute for the experience
An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis
We Also Value
Registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration
Job Contributions
Review plans and related documents for compliance with applicable standards for work occurring within Maricopa County right-of-way
Coordinate with coworkers and others to ensure fairness and consistency in technical plan and document reviews
Provide technical guidance to applicants regarding permit requirements; interpret and explain county rules and regulations, respond to requests for information; investigate and follow up on technical inquiries
Review projects in the field during design and construction; review field revisions for projects under construction
Coordinate requirements between various divisions, departments, and other agencies and municipalities
Other job duties as assigned
Working Conditions
This position requires the employee to be in the office/field or customer-facing for all hours worked
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. Occasional driving off-site may be required
Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration
Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware
Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, REVU Bluebeam plan review software, and proprietary permitting management software.
Protective Equipment Required
Hard hat and safety vest.
Selection Procedure
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 and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.
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