Engineer I – Sewer & Stormwater

City of Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne, IN

Pay: $75,000-$91,000/yr

Shift: Full time

Engineer I – Sewer & Stormwater Schedule: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; hours may vary

***We're looking for a practical, collaborative engineer who takes initiative and cares about keeping Fort Wayne's sewer and stormwater systems working for the community.***

**What You'll Do**

Help plan, design, and deliver sewer and stormwater projects-from early planning through construction. You'll work with City Utilities teams, consultants, other agencies, and the public to improve infrastructure and prepare for future needs.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Manage or support capital projects through planning, design, permitting, construction, and post-construction monitoring.
• Prepare engineering reports, work plans, project documents, and budget information; track project schedules and costs in PMIS.
• Coordinate with operations and maintenance teams, City and County partners, property owners, private utilities, consultants, and the public.
• Monitor the quality and progress of work performed by program staff, consultants, and contractors; help resolve issues during construction.
• Investigate sewer and stormwater concerns, provide engineering support, and represent the programs at public and professional meetings.

**Supervisory Responsibilities**

Provide direction and support to Sewer & Stormwater Engineering staff. Responsibilities may include hiring, training, assigning work, evaluating performance, and addressing performance concerns in accordance with City policy.

**What You Bring: Education & Experience**

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Construction, or Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited program.
• At least five years of experience in a public agency or utility, consulting engineering, or a related field, focused on sewer and stormwater collection system capital projects.
• Indiana Professional Engineer (PE) license, or a PE license from another state with the ability to obtain Indiana licensure by comity within six months of hire.
• Valid Indiana driver's license if operating a City vehicle.

**Preferred Certifications**

• IWEA Collection System Operator Class IV certification.

**Technical Skills & Knowledge**

• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and hydraulic modeling software.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and hydrology, sewer and stormwater systems, project management, construction, and resiliency practices.
• Familiarity with City Utilities' Consent Decree, Long Term Control Plan, sewer and stormwater compliance requirements, and Recommended Standards for Wastewater Facilities.
• Strong analytical, technical problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Spanish or Burmese language skills are a plus.

**Why Work for the City of Fort Wayne?**

Your work will help protect local waterways and improve infrastructure residents depend on every day. City employees receive a benefits package that includes pension and paid time off.