Engineer II

General Information

ID

943

Main Organization

General Government

Location

DPU/Engr & Drafting - 4301 East Parham Road, Henrico

Minimum Salary

$ 85,432

Max Salary

$ 157,156

Posting Date

06-11-2026

Closing Date

06-29-2026

Job Status

Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Performs professional engineering work in the field and in the office for an assigned department; monitors and inspects assigned projects to ensure the completion of projects in compliance with all contract specifications and applicable local, state, and federal laws; reviews plans, permits and contracts; does related work as required.

Essential Duties

• Considerable knowledge of engineering principles and practices as it relates to public utilities operations
• Good knowledge of legal, administrative, and technical aspects of applicable local, state and federal codes and referenced standards
• Ability to plan, design and prepare related estimates and specifications
• Ability to prepare and review plans
• Sound working knowledge of methods and practices used in engineering, inspection and construction of County infrastructure projects for assigned department; ability to make complex engineering calculations
• Knowledge of environmental impacts, relevant to storm water management, and erosion control principles and practices, as applied to the construction of County infrastructure projects
• Possess the ability to create and review complex construction documents, designs and proposals for costs, design requirements and compatibility (compliance) with County standards, guides and applicable local, state and federal requirements
• Ability to accurately and consistently interpret and apply complex regulations and policies
• Ability to multitask and effectively manage competing priorities
• Ability to research, collect and maintain data, consider and weigh a variety of factors in making decisions or recommendations
• Ability to lead, manage and partner effectively
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing to diverse audiences of stakeholders including but not limited to County Officials, County employees at all levels, engineers, developers, contractors, landowners and citizens
• Good supervisory skills including the ability to effectively manage workloads, projects and to foster and maintain high morale and engagement
• Ability to synthesize multiple types of complex data and produce easily understood reports and other materials
• Basic accounting or other financial skills with sufficient ability to monitor and manage expenditures in accordance with County Finance policies and within an approved budget
• Physical condition that permits activities including but not limited to perform assigned duties and access diverse environmental locations countywide
• Personal accountability including teamwork and establishing and maintaining positive relationships with a diverse community of internal and external stakeholders, customers and colleagues
• Critical thinking skills with the ability to problem solve
• Good knowledge of personal computers and/or automated systems having the ability to enter, maintain, retrieve and analyze data
• Ability to multitask and effectively manage competing priorities and make sound decisions
• May require a flexible work schedule based on assignments
• Ability to work on own initiative without close supervision or guidance

Additional Information

Position reports to DPU Design Division at 4305 E. Parham Road.

Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer designation preferred.

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

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Minimum Requirements

Possession of a four (4) year degree in a relevant recognized field of engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program, and two (2) years of related professional experience in engineering; Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)

Benefits

At Henrico County, we prioritize your well-being with medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, plus flexible spending accounts and voluntary benefits. Enjoy generous leave options, including parental, bereavement, and wellness leave, along with 13 paid holidays annually. Invest in your future with Virginia Retirement System benefits and 457 deferred compensation. Visit our website: to learn more!

EEO Statement

The County seeks to hire the best-qualified applicants available for each position vacancy, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation), age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or military status, status as an organ donor, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification).