Senior Engineer

About the Department

Position Duties

• Performs field investigations, data analysis, and computer modeling to determine the cause of flooding and drainage problems and to inform how to address it. Computes grade requirements and water flow rates to determine design specifications. Performs hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using Geographic Information System (GIS) software. Utilizes and applies advanced principles and practices of civil engineering, planning and environmental science as it relates to water resources specifically stormwater management and flood control projects. Prepares and completes engineering reports and project summaries. Interprets computer model results and effectively communicates results to government and non-government organizations, stakeholders, residents, businesses and other stakeholders. Assists and advises civic associations, homeowner associations, businesses, professional organizations, schools and government agencies on stormwater management, flood control and environmental resilience. Prepares and deliver presentations at conferences, seminars and community meetings. Develops technical content for presentation, briefings and other communications. Develops scope of work for assigned projects. Prepares and/or reviews engineering designs for projects of varying size and complexity. Prepares bid documents for engineering projects; compile and assemble bid information including plans and drawings, specifications, and contract provisions. Manages design and construction projects for municipal drainage system improvements. Monitors and advises the construction, operations, or maintenance activities at project site. Monitors contract administration by reviewing invoices for payment and processing related contract documents. Assists in the planning of engineering and environmental projects relating to storm drainage, stormwater management and flood control for the Engineering Services Section. Effectively and efficiently prepares correspondence, studies, and reports in accordance with current professional principles and practices related to civil engineering, environmental and water resources sciences. Assures that the County adheres to the Federal and State Environmental permit requirements. Develops recommendations for program enhancement and improvement. Oversees the procurement, preparation, and administration of contracts and agreements. Performs other tasks, as assigned, that are within the general occupational category and responsibility level associated with the position work class.
• Performs field investigations, data analysis, and computer modeling to determine the cause of flooding and drainage problems and to inform how to address it.
• Computes grade requirements and water flow rates to determine design specifications.
• Performs hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using Geographic Information System (GIS) software.
• Utilizes and applies advanced principles and practices of civil engineering, planning and environmental science as it relates to water resources specifically stormwater management and flood control projects.
• Prepares and completes engineering reports and project summaries.
• Interprets computer model results and effectively communicates results to government and non-government organizations, stakeholders, residents, businesses and other stakeholders.
• Assists and advises civic associations, homeowner associations, businesses, professional organizations, schools and government agencies on stormwater management, flood control and environmental resilience.
• Prepares and deliver presentations at conferences, seminars and community meetings.
• Develops technical content for presentation, briefings and other communications.
• Develops scope of work for assigned projects.
• Prepares and/or reviews engineering designs for projects of varying size and complexity.
• Prepares bid documents for engineering projects; compile and assemble bid information including plans and drawings, specifications, and contract provisions.
• Manages design and construction projects for municipal drainage system improvements.
• Monitors and advises the construction, operations, or maintenance activities at project site.
• Monitors contract administration by reviewing invoices for payment and processing related contract documents.
• Assists in the planning of engineering and environmental projects relating to storm drainage, stormwater management and flood control for the Engineering Services Section.
• Effectively and efficiently prepares correspondence, studies, and reports in accordance with current professional principles and practices related to civil engineering, environmental and water resources sciences.
• Assures that the County adheres to the Federal and State Environmental permit requirements.
• Develops recommendations for program enhancement and improvement.
• Oversees the procurement, preparation, and administration of contracts and agreements.
• Performs other tasks, as assigned, that are within the general occupational category and responsibility level associated with the position work class.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the engineering field determined by the requirements of the position ( e.g., civil, environmental, architectural, industrial, construction) Three (3) years of progressive professional engineering experience in the appropriate engineering field. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. OR A Professional Engineer (PE) License may be substituted for the degree and at least three (3) years of professional experience in the appropriate engineering field. Preferred Qualifications Experience with GIS Applications. Ability to plan, design, procure and manage engineering and environmental projects. Program and project management skills. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Budgeting experience. Possess computer skills in Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word. EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the engineering field determined by the requirements of the position ( e.g., civil, environmental, architectural, industrial, construction)
• Three (3) years of progressive professional engineering experience in the appropriate engineering field.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• A Professional Engineer (PE) License may be substituted for the degree and at least three (3) years of professional experience in the appropriate engineering field.
• Experience with GIS Applications.
• Ability to plan, design, procure and manage engineering and environmental projects.
• Program and project management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Budgeting experience.
• Possess computer skills in Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word.

Other Qualifications

• Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Tentative Interview Dates: October 13 - 16, 2026 . Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details. Job Location: 1801 McCormick Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must: Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency. Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable. Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable. Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

Benefits

• General Plan Information: The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31. A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse. Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent. The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services). New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date. The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire. After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption). Employee Benefits Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following: Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week) Group Term Life Insurance Long & Short-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Dependent Care Assistance Program Health Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits
• Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week) Group Term Life Insurance Long & Short-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Dependent Care Assistance Program Health Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Group Term Life Insurance Long & Short-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Dependent Care Assistance Program Health Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Long & Short-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Dependent Care Assistance Program Health Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Flexible Spending Accounts Dependent Care Assistance Program Health Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Dependent Care Assistance Program Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b)
• Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
• Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b)
• Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
• 457(b) 403(b)
• 403(b)
• Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Legal Services

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