Job Details

CITY OF HILLSBORO
Salary Range: $97,440 - $128,224 annually
Full-time, exempt position plus full benefits package. Placement on salary range determined by relevant experience provided in application materials.

APPLICATION DETAILS:

First review of applications: March 17, 2025

Hillsboro is a vibrant city known for its strong sense of community and commitment to sustainable growth. The Public Works Department plays a vital role in maintaining and improving the city's infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient transportation for all residents.

As a Roadway Section Project Engineer, you will work with a skilled team of engineers and engineering technicians responsible for:

Pavement and sidewalk monitoring, repair, and maintenance

Street trees maintenance

Right-of-way management and inspections

Your work will directly contribute to making Hillsboro's streets safer, more efficient, and accessible for everyone.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Roadway Engineer, you will be at the forefront of preparing and reviewing roadway projects that enhance mobility and safety in the community. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your skills in public sector contracting, budget development, leadership, and community engagement.

You will collaborate across City departments, including:

GIS

Economic and Community Development

Information Services

Capital Programs

Traffic Engineering

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and maintain professional and collaborative relationships with staff, community, partner agencies, and contractors

Develop, manage, and inspect paving and flatwork contracts

Prepare and review engineering plans for roadway and sidewalk maintenance, infrastructure improvements, and permits

Ensure compliance with code requirements and update the Design and Construction Standards as needed

Assist data collection and assessment using field work, GIS mapping, and asset management tools

Use the City's StreetSaver pavement management software to track maintenance needs, model pavement deterioration, and develop budget documents

Respond to community concerns regarding sidewalk hazards and street tree maintenance

Develop the next phase of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan to update ADA ramps

Investigate technologies to improve asset reporting, innovative pavement maintenance treatments, and low-carbon concrete

This position requires office and fieldwork, including walking, driving, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Fieldwork may be required in all weather conditions.

Professional, collaborative, proactive, and forward-thinking

Learning/growth mindset

Experience with pavement management and software

Experience with pedestrian and bicycle facility planning and design (ADA ramps, sidewalks, bicycle lanes)

Experience working with contractors, including bid processes, contract administration, and construction inspection

Experience with GIS tools

Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver critical work quickly

CURRENT & UPCOMING PROJECTS

Implement annual Pavement Management Program contracts

Update sidewalk inventory and maintenance program

Expand asset management program

Map assets using GIS

Identify ADA ramps for upgrades and contract construction

Provide capital projects support

Support Urban Forestry initiatives through street tree management

Create a work plan to maintain facilities parking lots and sidewalks

JOB QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field

Four years of civil engineering design, project management, or surveying experience

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform essential job functions

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

Oregon Professional Engineer License

Valid Driver's License and a safe driving record

Note: Candidates without an Oregon PE license may be considered for the Engineering Associate position, with promotion opportunities upon obtaining their PE license.

Preferred Certifications:

ODOT ADA ramp inspection

TriMet Access Training

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE

Application Review: Week of 3/17/25

First Round Interviews: Week of 3/25/25

Second Round Interviews: Week of 3/31/25

Final Candidate Selection: Week of 4/07/25

Timelines subject to change based on City needs.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Hillsboro Public Works delivers and maintains infrastructure for roadways, traffic technology, stormwater, sanitary sewer, and City-owned facilities.

Hillsboro is recognized for its community-funded, advanced pavement management program and is an active member of the Northwest Pavement Management Association, a resource for continued learning and networking.

The Roadway Section workplan is guided by:

Public Works Department Five-Year Strategic Plan

Pavement Management Program

ADA Transition Program

Oregon's Climate Friendly Equitable Community requirements

Tree City USA certification

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY

Hiring a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve is essential to delivering exceptional City services and programs. The City of Hillsboro is committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees to thrive.

We value, respect, and empower employees as unique individuals with authentic voices and diverse ideas.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work indoors at the Public Works Building and outdoors during active construction projects or asset data collection

Positions in this class typically require balancing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, driving, and repetitive motions

Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects