Engineer II - Water and Sewer Asset Management Project Engineer

Engineer II - Water and Sewer Asset Management Project Engineer

Salary

$63,517.00 - $72,142.00 Annually

Location

Towson, MD

Job Type

MERIT

Job Number

02.406 5-26 ENG

Department

PUBLIC WORKS: ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION

Opening Date

05/15/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
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Pay Schedule I, Grade 31, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

Vacancies exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Engineering & Construction, Sewer Design.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision, serves as a project engineer for various professional engineering sewer project and as the primary contact for the water and sewer linear (pipelines) asset management program. Manages sewer capital improvement projects of smaller scope and budget.

• Coordinates and executes tasks associated with the water and sewer linear (pipelines) asset management program.
• Manages the work of consultants, contractors and others.
• Assists in the development and implementation of asset management standards and program policies.
• Reviews and comments on consultant proposals.
• Maintains records and prepares reports of program activities.
• Implements Bureau asset management strategies.
• Recommends the likelihood and consequence of failure criteria.
• Coordinates work between consultants, the Department and other County agencies.
• Assist with coordinating program requirements and access needs to County IT staff.
• Maintains existing asset management models and oversees development and deployment of new models.
• Performs various work in the design of engineering projects, including drafting and reviewing plans, determining right-of-way requirements, writing special provisions, and preparing construction estimates and technical studies.
• Manages the design, review, and approval of small scope and budget sewer pipeline capital improvement projects.
• Coordinates the work of in-house staff and consultants with regard to sewer capital improvement projects.
• Coordinates project schedules and deadlines.
• Operates computers and peripheral equipment to perform GIS work and computer-aided drafting and design of engineering drawings, plans and projects.
• Performs periodic field inspections and/or site visits of construction projects or to verify existing conditions.
• Investigates and responds to engineering-related complaints from the public.

Examples of Other Duties

• Leads and assists less experienced and subordinate personnel.
• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in engineering.

PLUS

Two years field or office engineering experience.

Additional qualifying education beyond a bachelors degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

OR

Possession of a certificate of registration as an Engineer in Training issued by a State within the United States of America, plus two years field or office engineering experience.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid drivers license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland drivers license may be required for some positions at the time of appointment.

Proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of license(s), certification(s) and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicants major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Engineer II - Sewer Design

Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

You MUST attach your transcript(s) or licenses(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, standing, and other limited physical activities including travel to various work sites.

Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employees annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Personal Leave

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

01

The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

02

Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience/History" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

03

The position you are applying for requires proof of education beyond high school. You must submit this proof as instructed on the job posting. If you do not submit the transcript(s) or license(s) as required, your application will not be considered further.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

04

Select the choice that best describes your combination of education and experience.

• Masters degree in engineering.
• Bachelors degree in engineering, plus two or more years of field or office engineering experience.
• Possession of a certificate of registration as an Engineer in Training issued by a State within the United States of America, plus two years field or office engineering experience.
• I do not have any of the above described combinations of education and experience.

05

Do you have field or office engineering experience in one or more of the following areas? Select all that apply. Be sure that the engineering experience indicated above is described thoroughly and accurately in the work experience portion of your application. If you cite experience on this questionnaire that is not included on your application, your application will be deemed incomplete and you will not receive further consideration for this position.

• Gravity Sanitary Sewer Design.
• Grinder Pump and Low-Pressure Sewer Design.
• Pipeline Rehabilitation
• Pipeline Installation
• Underground Utility Asset Management
• I do not have any of the field or office engineering experience as listed above.

06

Do you have work experience with software used in geographic information systems (GIS), computer modeling and engineering studies?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have work experience assessing the condition of existing water or sewer pipelines?

• Yes
• No

08

Provide specific examples(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and dates(s) you performed these duties. If you do not possess this experience, enter "N/A" in the space provided.

09

The work of the classification is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, standing, and other limited physical activities including travel to various work sites. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

• Yes
• No

10

Are you willing to work in a position that requires travel between work sites using your personal transportation? A mileage allowance, set by Baltimore County Policy, shall be paid to County employees who use their privately-owned vehicles for official County travel necessary to carry out the required or authorized duties of their positions. Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment:?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Baltimore County

Address 308 Allegheny Avenue

Towson, Maryland, 21204

Phone 410-887-3135

Website http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov