What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer - Roadway Section position at City of Hillsboro?
Salary Range: $97,440 - $128,224 annually.
Placement on salary range determined by relevant experience provided in application materials.Full-time, exempt position plus full benefits package.
This position is open until filled. First review of applications will take place on March 17, 2025.
About this Opportunity
Hillsboro is a vibrant city known for its strong sense of community and commitment to sustainable growth. Our Public Works Department plays a vital role in maintaining and improving our city’s infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient transportation for all residents. As a Roadway Section Project Engineer, you will work with a skilled team of engineers and engineering technicians responsible for pavement and sidewalk monitoring, repair, and maintenance, street trees maintenance, right-of-way management and inspections. Your work will directly contribute to the quality of life in Hillsboro, making our streets safe, more efficient and accessible for everyone.
Position Overview:
As a Roadway Engineer, you will be at the forefront of preparing and reviewing roadway projects that enhance mobility and safety of our community. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your skills in public sector contracting, budget development, leadership, and community engagement. Cross-department collaboration is key in this role, and you will have the opportunity to work within groups across the City including Permitting, GIS, Economic and Community Development, and Information Services, Capital Programs, and Traffic Engineering.
Duties & Responsibilities
Develop and maintain professional and collaborative relationships with staff, community, partner agencies, and contractors
Develop, manage, and inspect paving and flatwork contracts
Prepare and review engineering plans for roadway and sidewalk maintenance, infrastructure improvements, and permits
Ensure compliance with code requirements; updating the Design and Construction Standards as needed
Assist data collection and assessment using a combination of field work, GIS mapping, and asset management tools
Use the City’s StreetSaver pavement management software to track maintenance needs, model pavement deterioration over time, and develop budget documents
Respond to community concerns regarding sidewalk hazards and street tree maintenance
Develop the next phase of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)Transition Plan to build and update ADA ramps
Lead investigations of technologies to improve asset reporting, innovative pavement maintenance treatments, and low carbon concrete
Learn and use the StreetSaver pavement management software to track maintenance needs and develop budget documents
This position requires work in the office and in the field, including walking, driving, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Field work may required in all weather
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Traits of a Successful Candidate
Excellent customer service skills Professional, collaborative, proactive, forward-thinking Engineer with that can work with a team and independently
Learning/Growth mindset
Experience with pavement management and pavement management software
Experience with pedestrian and bicycle facility planning and design including ADA ramps, sidewalks, bicycle lanes, shared facilities
Experience with development projects and/or design review
Experience working with contractors including bid process, contract administration, construction inspection
Experience with GIS tools
Flexibility with task prioritization and delivery, ability to deliver critical work quickly
Ability to work across divisions and workgroups to develop collaborative solutions
Knowledge of relevant regulations and manuals
Current & Upcoming Projects
Implement annual Pavement Management Program contracts
Develop sustainable concrete demonstration
Update sidewalk inventory and maintenance program
Expand asset management program
Map assets using GIS
Identify ADA ramps for upgrades and contract construction
Provide capital projects support
Support Urban Forestry initiatives through street tree management
Create workplan to maintain facilities parking lots and sidewalks
JOB QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:
(At the time of application and in addition to the knowledge, skills)EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field; and four years of civil engineering design, project management, or surveying experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
LICENSE(S) / CERTIFICATIONS:
Oregon Professional Engineer License
Valid, current Driver’s License and safe driving record
Note: Candidates who do not currently possess an Oregon Professional Engineer license may be considered for the position of Engineering Associate. Successful candidates in this role will have the opportunity for promotion to Project Engineer upon obtaining their PE license.
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Preferred Certifications:
ODOT ADA ramp inspection
ODOT flagger
TriMet Access Training
ODOT HMAC (hot mix asphalt concrete)
Recruitment Timeline
| Application Review Period | Week of 3/17/25 | |
| First Round Interviews | Week of 3/25/25 | |
| Second Round Interviews | Week of 3/31/25 | |
| Final Candidate Selection | Week of 4/07/25 |
Note: Timelines subject to change based on City needs
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
(Must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations)
This position works indoors at the Public Works Building, and outdoors during active construction projects or asset data collection
Positions in this class typically require balancing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, driving and repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodation
Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally (up to 1/3 of workday), and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of workday), and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly (2/3 or more of workday) to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work
About the Team
Public Works delivers and maintains infrastructure for roadways, traffic technology, storm water, sanitary sewer, and City-owned facilities. We are committed to providing friendly, quality, responsive service to the community. Hillsboro is recognized for its community-funded, advanced pavement management program, and is an active member of the Northwest Pavement Management Association - a resource for continued learning and networking.
The Roadway Section workplan is guided by the Public Works Department Five Year Strategic Plan, Pavement Management Program, ADA Transition Program, Oregon’s Climate Friendly Equitable Community requirements, and Tree City USA certification.
Commitment to Equity
Hiring a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve is essential to delivering exceptional City services and programs. The City of Hillsboro is committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees to thrive. We value, respect, and empower employees as unique individuals with authentic voices and diverse ideas.
Salary : $97,440 - $128,224
