Engineer Associate I & II

Overview

On Site
USD 63,750.00 - 107,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Recruiting
Video
Health Care
Fluid Mechanics
Mechanics
SAP BASIS
Civil Engineering
Training
Management
HMS
ArcGIS
Research
Digital Asset Management
Repair
Bridging
Modeling
Engineering Design
FEMA
Regulatory Compliance
Hydraulics
Customer Facing
Computer Hardware
Geographic Information System
Workday
PASS
Testing

Job Details

Posting Date
06/11/25

Application Deadline
07/02/25

Pay Range
Engineer Associates hired at a Tier I will be compensated at a range of $63,750.00 - $107,000.00 annually
Engineer Associates hired at a Tier II will be compensated at a range of $74,000.00 - $112,500.00 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type
Unclassified

Department
Flood Control District

About the Position

The Flood Control District of Maricopa County is actively recruiting engineers at all career stages who are passionate about protecting communities from flooding and creating lasting public impact. As part of our Hydrology & Hydraulics Branch, you'll take on meaningful, hands-on work involving the design, construction, and rehabilitation of critical infrastructure, including dams, levees, bridges, culverts, and open channels.

In this role, you will be involved in regional drainage studies, right-of-way permitting, and collaborative projects with other government agencies, contractors, and the public. You will also work with cutting-edge hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools, both reviewing and developing models.

Whether you are an experienced engineer bringing strategic insight, a mid-level professional ready to innovate, or just starting your engineering journey with a desire to make a difference, you will find growth, purpose, and support within our inclusive and dynamic team.

About Us

Flood Control? In a desert? Absolutely!

Though Maricopa County is in a desert, floods occur during two distinct rainy seasons - the summer monsoon and winter frontal rains. Although the Flood Control District has made significant progress over the years, work remains to be done. Maricopa County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, with over 200 people moving here daily!

Want more information on the Flood Control District of Maricopa County? Check out this video!

Proud to Offer
  • Work with a greater purpose
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Exceptional work-life balance
  • Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
  • Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
  • Child care benefits, including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
  • Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
  • Employee discounts for goods and services
  • Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
  • Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require
  • Bachelor's degree in a work-related engineering discipline, such as but not limited to Civil Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Hydrology, or Fluid Mechanics
  • Two years of professional engineering work experience as a hydraulic engineer, hydrologist, drainage design engineer, water resources engineer, or general civil engineer with a strong background in hydrology, hydraulics, and river mechanics (Tier II Positions Only)
  • An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

We Also Value
  • Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, or a related field
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) registration
  • Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) registration
  • Direct experience in reviewing and/or developing hydrologic and hydraulic models using HEC-RAS (1D and 2D), HEC-HMS, HEC-1, FLO-2D, EPA SWMM, Bentley CulvertMaster, and ArcGIS Pro

Job Contributions

The Engineer Associate I is a technical entry-level position that performs fundamental to advanced engineering analyses and research. Applies established restrictions, code compliance, and permit requirements to design projects.

The Engineer Associate II is an experienced mid-level professional in the engineering series who independently performs a wide range of engineering assignments of greater complexity for the full scope of the project and may be assigned lead responsibilities.
  • Review and approve hydrologic and hydraulic submittals for engineering design reports and plans, specifications, computer models, calculations, and results for all Flood Control District engineering and planning projects such as dam rehabilitation, levee construction and repair, bridges, open channels, capital improvement projects, area drainage master studies/plans, floodplain use permits, right-of-way permit, etc.
  • Perform in-house hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, studies, computer modeling, and engineering design to support the Flood Control District's projects
  • Review all Flood Control District and Maricopa County regulations, as well as any regulations and requirements from FEMA, USACE, or other regulatory entities, to ensure projects are in compliance
  • Represent the Flood Control District in meetings with other governmental agencies, consultants/contractors, and the public, responding to internal and external requests (including public records requests) and providing technical recommendations/assistance
  • Field reconnaissance may occasionally be part of this job to obtain the information related to hydrology and hydraulics
  • Other job duties as assigned

Working Conditions
  • This position requires the employee to be in the office/field or customer-facing for all hours worked
  • Exerting up to 10 pounds occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time
  • Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

Machines, tools, equipment, software, and hardware
  • GIS Maps/Tools, MS Suite

Selection Procedure
  • Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
  • Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
  • Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
  • Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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