Engineering Associate - Civil

Engineering Associate - Civil City of Portland, OR - 3.6 Portland, OR Job Details Full-time $85,987.20 - $115,315.20 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Paid training Paid parental leave Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Computer operation Budget monitoring Public infrastructure construction projects Employee relationship building Driver's License Math Design engineering Construction regulations Technical writing Transportation engineering Construction project budgeting Project scheduling Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description The Position Job Appointment:

Full-Time Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8 am-5:00 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.

Work Location:

1120 SW 5TH

AVE, PORTLAND OR 97204

Benefits:

Please check our benefits tab for an overview of the benefits for this position.

Union Representation:

PROTEC17

To view current labor agreements, please visit https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements.

Application Material:

Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to attach a resume and a cover letter. Engineering Associates support PBOT's technical engineering efforts by performing design and review tasks on capital projects. This includes leading smaller-scale projects and contributing to larger projects. Assignments range from routine to intermediate in complexity, requiring application of engineering theory, independent judgment, and sound decision-making within established guidelines and a supervisory framework.

About PBOT:

The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is a community partner in shaping a livable city. We plan, build, manage and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses access and mobility. PBOT envisions transportation facilities that are designed and managed to improve walking, biking and driving, and Portland stands as a national leader in innovative transportation solutions. About Civil Engineering Drafting (CED)

Section:

The CED section delivers engineering design for multimodal capital projects—such as arterial and neighborhood street reconstruction, traffic safety enhancements, and pedestrian/bicycle facilities. Success in this section requires strong communication, technical curiosity, and the ability to prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. What you'll get to do: Performs design work under the supervision of professional engineers who serve as resource experts and routinely review work in progress or upon completion for accuracy and quality. Develops project concepts using information gathered through research and investigation; performs necessary computations; does cost/benefit analysis; makes recommendations on design criteria; produces preliminary and final designs after approval; makes modifications in design if needed. Assists in plan review processes by applying technical knowledge to verify engineering components meet code requirements. Performs project management duties as assigned, including preparing cost estimates, serving as liaison between City and contractor, checking progress of work, keeping project records, recording changes as they occur and making reports. Operates computers to input or obtain data, research master files, analyze data, make calculations, prepare reports and maintain data files; runs prepared programs, modifies existing programs as needed for specific application and assists in writing new programs; helps develop and run computer modeling and management information system programs. Assists in contract bidding process including writing specifications, estimating probable costs, preparing bid documents, reviewing contractor qualifications, participating in meetings with contractors and monitoring work progress after contract is awarded.

An Ideal Candidate will have:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or similar field; Passed the FE exam At least one year of civil engineering work experience; Ability to deliver a high level of customer service, and to carry out their responsibilities with initiative, independence, and creativity while exercising sound problem-solving skills; and Have an interest in transportation engineering and multi-modal transportation safety.

Who you are:

Excellent Communicator:

Strong communication skills, including written, in-person, virtual, and group settings to both technical and non-technical individuals.

Relationship Builder:

Values building trust, partnerships, and relationships to support a team-oriented culture and accomplish objectives with others effectively.

Innovative:

Has an aptitude for continuous improvement and can excel in working in changing work environments. Has demonstrated the ability to remain flexible, agile, and calm

Technically Strong:

Has strong technical skills and subject matter expertise in multimodal transportation engineering as well as relevant civil design software

Professional:

Is effective in a professional, diverse, multi-cultural environment. Treats customers, co-workers and employees with respect and are accountable.

Results Driven:

Can take charge, bring focus, and finish tasks in a timely, accurate and professional manner in a high paced and dynamic work environment.

Sound judgment:

Can weigh tradeoffs and make independent decisions about complex issues and can balance competing needs in a fast-paced environment.

Dedicated:

Has a passion for public service and holds a high level of pride in making sure that projects, tasks, and emergencies are effectively and efficiently completed. Questions?: Terrol Johnson Senior Recruiter To Qualify Applicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and résumé how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications: Ability to build and maintain professional, collaborative working relationships with contractors and co-workers, supported by clear communication and consistent follow-through. Ability to build new technical skills and apply them effectively to engineering design work, supported by a strong desire to learn and improve, including learning and using relevant engineering and office software tools. Knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and theory related to transportation and public works construction, including basic physics, mathematics, and general engineering concepts. Ability to interpret and apply information from plans, specifications, maps, design manuals, and complex laws, regulations, and codes. Ability to communicate effectively in both technical and non-technical language, orally and in writing, and to work constructively through differing viewpoints. Knowledge of project management and its influence on budgeting, scheduling, cost control, and safety practices, along with the ability to balance design quality with cost-effective solutions.

Applicant must also possess:

A valid state driver's license Ability to secure a State Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification within nine months of hire. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between June 22 , 2026, and July 6 , 2026

Required Application Materials:

Cover letter. Details are key! The city uses a merit-based system, so your cover letter should be thorough and specifically address each qualification listed in the "To Qualify" section of the job announcement. Your cover letter can exceed one page to ensure you can provide detailed information for every qualification. Follow the instructions, as a subject matter expert will be evaluating your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements. Resume Answer to Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)

Optional Application Materials:

Veteran's Preference documents (e.g., DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter) must be submitted by the closing date.

U pdate:

As of March 3, 2025, if you have already submitted veteran documents and qualified for preference, you do not need to resubmit them for future recruitments. To update or remove veteran preference for this recruitment or from your profile, contact the recruiter listed in the job announcement.

Application Tips:

Your cover letter can exceed one page but no more than three, to ensure you can provide detailed information for every qualification. A subject matter expert will evaluate your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements. Your résumé should support the details described in your cover letter.

How We Determine Pay:

The City of Portland is covered by the Oregon Equal Pay Act . Your salary is determined based on the experience listed in your resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position for which you are applying. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid, regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all your relevant experience. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. Do not attach any additional documents. Please note that all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. You can use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please make sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting. We encourage the use of AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process.

BOLI:

Equal Pay for

Workers:

State of Oregon Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics. Step 2:

Minimum Qualification Evaluation:

Week of July 6 , 2026 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, is weighted 100%. Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation results. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3:

Establishment of Eligible List:

Week of July 13 , 2026 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. Please note that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5:

Offer of Employment:

TBD Step 6:

Start Date:

TBD A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. •Timeline is approximate and subject to change• Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations Did you know? The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month . If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement. An Equal Opportunity Employer