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Engineer II (Vacancy) (Extended)

City of Columbus

Columbus, OHFull-time$41.45–62.16/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$41.45–62.16/hr
Location
Columbus, OH
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

State Of Ohio Professional Engineer CertificateValid Motor Vehicle Operator's LicenseValid Driver's License

Job overview

City of Columbus is hiring an Engineer II (Vacancy) (Extended). Under direction, the Engineer II will plan, design, and construct new or renovated water supply and treatment facilities, including reservoirs, dams, treatment plants, wells, and pump stations. The role also serves as the Division’s Dam Safety Coordinator, overseeing inspections, regulatory compliance, and contractor performance while preparing technical reports and managing project documentation.

Key focus areas include Coordinate dam facility inspections, reports, and submittals with internal stakeholders and regulatory agencies., Manage professional consultants throughout design and construction phases of CIP projects., and Oversee construction contractors to ensure contract conformance..

Successful candidates bring State Of Ohio Professional Engineer Certificate, Valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License, and 1 Year Professional Engineering Experience. Important skills include Coordinating Work, Oversight Of Construction Contractors, and Tracking Regulatory Requirements. Preferred (not required): Project Management, Technical Report Preparation, Mapping Software, and Engineering Principles.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Project ManagementTechnical Report PreparationMapping SoftwareEngineering PrinciplesCoordinating WorkOversight of Construction ContractorsTracking Regulatory RequirementsInterpreting Plans and SpecificationsEvaluating Design, Schedule, and ScopeTechnical AdviceSupervising StaffEvaluating StaffReviewing Plans and DesignsLiaisonCommunicationCurrent Engineering PrinciplesMaintaining Engineering FilesComputer OperationReviewing Reports, Studies, Recommendations, and SurveysPreparing Preliminary Plans/ProposalsPreparing SpecificationsPreparing Cost Estimates

Qualifications

State of Ohio Professional Engineer CertificateValid Motor Vehicle Operator's License1 Year Professional Engineering Experience5 Years Practical Engineering ExperienceValid Driver's LicenseCivil Engineering ExperienceDams Engineering ExperienceGeotechnical Engineering ExperienceHydrologic Engineering ExperienceHydraulic Engineering ExperienceElectrical Engineering ExperienceBuilding Mechanical Engineering Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Tuition Assistance

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Engineer II (Vacancy) (Extended)

Salary

$41.45 - $62.16 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-1047-V4

Department

60 Columbus Water & Power

Division

Division of Water

Opening Date

07/23/2026

Closing Date

8/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Definition

Columbus Water & Power- Division of Water’s (DOW) Water Supply Engineering (WSE) Section is accepting resumes for a vacant Engineer II position. Under direction, t he Water Supply Engineering Section plans, designs, and constructs new and renovated water supply/water treatment projects related to reservoirs, dams, water treatment plants, groundwater wells, pump stations, and other similar facilities. The position will also serve as the Division of Water’s Dam Safety Coordinator responsible for execution and maintenance of the Division’s Dam Safety Program. To qualify you must have a valid State of Ohio certificate as a registered Professional Engineer and a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Typical duties include:

  • Coordinating work (including but not limited to, dam facility inspections, reports, and submittals) with internal stakeholders and regulatory agencies.

  • Project management of professional consultants across the, and construction phase of CIP projects.

  • Oversight of construction contractors for contract conformance.

  • Coordinating, tracking, and addressing various dam safety regulatory requirements.

  • P erforming related duties as required.

Candidates should have experience in one of the following or similar fields of engineering work:

  • Civil

  • Dams

  • Geotechnical

  • Hydrologic

  • Hydraulic

  • Electrical

  • Building mechanical

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Acts as engineer-in-charge of moderately large construction and/or maintenance projects;

Reviews and interprets plans and specifications for equipment, materials, and general construction; evaluates design, schedule, and scope; provides technical advice and recommends changes as required;

Checks work accomplished by subordinates for quality and quantity by using pre-established standards and policies;

Supervises and evaluates professional and technical staff;

Reviews plans and designs prepared by staff and consulting engineers for conformance to plans, contract specifications, federal, state, and City regulations and codes, and sound engineering principles;

Serves as liaison to and communicates information with affected groups such as City departments, inspectors, contractors, developers, design consultants, utility companies, or other participants as it pertains to specific engineering projects;

Represents the division at meetings with local, state, and federal agencies, regional planning and technical committees, commissioners, citizen groups, engineering groups, and other City departments;

Stays abreast of current engineering principles;

Prepares comprehensive technical reports; maintains proper engineering files, including plans and other project management data or documents;

Operates a computer and mapping software to draw and review maps and plans;

Reviews reports, studies, recommendations, and surveys performed by subordinates and/or consulting firms;

Prepares preliminary plans/proposals and specifications and cost estimates for engineering projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a valid State of Ohio certificate as a registered Professional Engineer and one (1) year of professional engineering experience. Substitution(s): Possession of a valid State of Ohio certificate as a registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) and five (5) years of practical engineering experience.

Specialization in the discipline for which appointment is being made may be required for some positions and will be incorporated in the job postings, as appropriate.

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

SPECIAL NOTE:

Professional experience is defined as responsible and significant engineering work performed after registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.). Practical experience is defined as responsible and significant engineering work performed after graduation from an accredited, degreed engineering curriculum.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 26-1047-V4

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Alisha Ardolino

Columbus Water & Power

Division of Water

37 W. Broad St.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645- 3751

E: [email protected]

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Short-term Disability

  • Life Insurance

  • Wellness Program

  • Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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City of Columbus

Address

77 N. Front Street, Suite 330 Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone

(614) 645-8301

Website

https://www.columbus.gov/Government/Jobs

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