Published date: October 19, 2026
Job Title: City Engineer
Organization: City of Port Angeles
Address: 321 E 5th St. Port Angeles, Washington
Job Website Link: https://www.cityofpa.us/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=99&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=City-Engineer-193
Short Description: Under the administrative and management direction of the Deputy City Manager or their designee, successfully assists in the planning, organizing, coordinating, leading and directing of assigned engineering activities and serves as the City Engineer. Effectively coordinates the integration of functions for assigned engineering services. Leads high profile initiatives and programs within the engineering team as assigned by the Deputy City Manager. In addition, effectively plans, directs, and coordinates the strategic and long-term planning of various engineering programs, and may act as Director in their absence.
Job Category: Engineer
Salary and Benefits Information: $141,367.18 – $168,976.92 annually, plus excellent benefits.
Full Description:
Under the administrative and management direction of the Deputy City Manager or their designee, successfully assists in the planning, organizing, coordinating, leading and directing of assigned engineering activities and serves as the City Engineer. Effectively coordinates the integration of functions for assigned engineering services. Leads high profile initiatives and programs within the engineering team as assigned by the Deputy City Manager. In addition, effectively plans, directs, and coordinates the strategic and long-term planning of various engineering programs, and may act as Director in their absence.
Successfully provides overall management, direction, technical oversight, and budget monitoring of assigned engineering staff and the City’s capital improvement and transportation improvement programs. Has direct supervision over assigned engineering staff and provides overall accountability for the planning, design, permitting, funding, procurement, construction, inspection, and delivery of capital/transportation projects, ensuring projects are completed consistent with established scope, schedule, budget, quality standards, and applicable requirements.
Successfully trains, mentors, supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned technical and professional staff.
Effectively develops and supervises the preparation and monitoring of the engineering teams’ annual budget, including capital and transportation improvement projects.
In coordination with the purchasing team, efficiently leads and oversees the development, procurement, award, and administration of assigned public works construction and professional services contracts, including consultant selection and management, contract specifications, and overall contract performance.
Accurately provides technical direction and oversight for the development, interpretation, implementation, and maintenance of City engineering standards, specifications, policies, and procedures.
Successfully serves as trusted senior advisor to the Deputy City Manager, City Manager, Utility Advisory Committee, City Council, and other agencies concerning all aspects of municipal engineering.
Successfully supervises the design, construction, and inspection of assigned engineering projects.
In coordination with the finance team, provides oversight and strategic direction for grant and external funding activities associated with capital and transportation improvement projects, including compliance with funding requirements and successful delivery of funded projects.
In coordination with the legal and operations teams, assists with acquisition of easements and property rights, including coordination of utility conflicts, easements, and other requirements necessary for successful project delivery.
Ensures engineering programs and projects comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations, permits, funding requirements, and engineering standards, and coordinates with regulatory agencies as necessary.
Proactively and efficiently makes recommendations and assists in the development of local ordinances concerning issues of the department.
Successfully prepares and presents reports, verbally and in writing, to the Deputy City Manager, City Manager, City Council, Utility Advisory Committee, and other agencies concerning issues relative to the engineering team.
Qualifications:
Education: BA or BS degree in engineering or related field. Professional Engineer registration is required.
Experience: Experience as a high-level manager, including engineering and resource management responsibilities, preferably in an agency with multiple utilities or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with construction and/or professional services contracts is desirable.
Possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license within 30 days of appointment, and a driving record acceptable to the City’s risk manager.
Knowledge of principles, practices, and methods used in all aspects of municipal engineering and utilities.
Knowledge of supervisory and management techniques and methods.
Knowledge of principles and practices of capital/transportation improvement program planning, project delivery, construction management, consultant management, contract administration, and quality assurance.
Ability to provide technical leadership and oversight for complex municipal engineering projects and programs and to evaluate engineering alternatives, risks, costs, schedules, and priorities.
Ability to effectively communicate complex engineering, capital project, and infrastructure issues to elected officials, City leadership, regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and the public, including communicating technical information in a clear and understandable manner.
Ability to make sound and defensible technical determinations and interpretations of engineering standards, construction requirements, contracts, applicable codes and regulations, and City ordinances.
Ability to plan, prioritize, coordinate, and oversee multiple complex engineering projects and programs while ensuring established schedules, budgets, regulatory requirements, and organizational priorities are met.
Knowledge of engineering methods and techniques, as applied to the design, construction, and maintenance of municipal utilities and road projects.
Knowledge of Washington State laws relating to public works, design, construction, and contract administration techniques
Knowledge of local, State, and Federal requirements relative to municipal utilities.
General knowledge of computers and software applications such as spreadsheets and word processing.
Ability to successfully and effectively supervise personnel.
Ability to successfully prepare and present technical reports, verbally and in writing, to the Deputy City Manager, City Manager, Utility Advisory Committee, and other governmental agencies.
Ability to effectively communicate, read, write, and understand the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance.
Ability to successfully establish and maintain an effective working relationship with fellow employees, customers, and the public.
Serve as Acting Director in their absence.