Engineer III, IV (Development-Support)

Job Description
This position will work within our Infrastructure Support Division providing support for new potential development projects seeking connection to the County’s water, sanitary sewer, and/or stormwater system.   The role will have a focus on adding stormwater infrastructure and providing data quality control for the Development Support group.
 
Potential job duties for this role may include:
• Evaluation of as-built stormwater plans including BMPs and hydrology studies.
• Reviewing engineering analysis provided with stormwater utility credit applications.
• Evaluation of water, sewer, and stormwater design and construction variance requests; and
• Providing engineering support for developments seeking pre-design utility consultation with the Department

This position is public-facing, and the candidate must be able to communicate clearly and concisely in writing and verbally with a variety of stakeholders.   The ideal candidate will have development experience, including using electronic permitting and plan review systems. They must be able to quickly gain familiarity with the Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources, Water Main and Sanitary Sewer Design and Constructions Standards and Specifications, Gwinnett County’s Pump Station Standards, the Gwinnett County Storm Sewer Pipe Standards, and the Gwinnett County Stormwater Management Manual.
 

Minimum Qualifications:
Engineer III
C45(1) - $82,030 - $135,349

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Two years of progressively responsible engineering experience
• Valid Driver’s License from state of residence
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) License or ability to obtain it within 18 months 

Engineer IV
D61(1) - $89,209 - $147,195

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Four years of progressively responsible engineering experience
• PE License or ability to obtain it within 18 months of accepting the position
• Valid Driver’s License from state of residence

This job is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule after an initial probationary period and individual approval.

For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements, please click here.

Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.Department of Water Resources 
Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources (DWR) is a publicly-owned utility committed to delivering superior services to a vibrantly connected community. The employees of the Department of Water Resources (DWR) represent our inclusive culture which advances our commitment to excellence in service, stewardship, integrity, and innovation. The Department and its staff are widely recognized for superior service in the maintenance and operation of almost 9, 000 miles of water, wastewater, and stormwater lines, as well as the operation of 2 water production facilities, 3 water reclamation facilities and over 200 pump stations. The Department of Water Resources takes pride in stewardship of the environmental resources entrusted to us and pledges to be responsible as we manage water as a limited, but renewable resource.  

For more information about this department, please click here.


About Gwinnett County



Welcome to Gwinnett County — one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs.

The county's population in 2000 was about 588,448 and we’ve only continued to grow since then, with the population expected to reach one million by the year 2022.
 
Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents.

The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners and serve at its pleasure. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of members of his immediate staff and 14 department directors. The 14 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Communications, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County’s values.
 
In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate.

Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives! 

Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services. 

Values

Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.

Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.

Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.

Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities. 

Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

Hiring Process

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:

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Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce.  As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.

For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please call Human Resources at 770-822-7915 or email Jobs@GwinnettCounty.com.

Salary : $82,030 - $147,195