Project Engineer
Apply NowCompany: City of Wilmington, NC
Location: Mc Leansville, NC 27301
Description:
Location : 929 N. Front Street, NC
Job Type: Full Time-Regular
Job Number: 24-00333
Department: Engineering
Opening Date: 03/05/2025
Closing Date: 4/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Post-Offer Required Pre-Employment Screenings: Driving History Check
Education Verification
Drug Screen
Full Salary Range: $80,000 to $122,098
Working Hours: Scheduled hours are M-F 8 am to 5 pm. Occasional remote work may be available. Overtime may be necessary to meet project schedules.
The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Description
Project Engineers serve as licensed professionals who exercise engineering judgment in the design, construction, and maintenance of public infrastructure. This involves the interpretation and application of codes & standards, in accordance with established engineering practice. Municipal infrastructure includes roadways, bridges, buildings, park amenities, shoreline stabilization, utilities, pedestrian & bicycle facilities, and stormwater management systems.
The Engineering Department includes members who provide design, project engineering, plan review, survey, traffic management, construction inspection, right-of-way acquisition, and permitting services. Engineering is involved in many of the City's public infrastructure improvements, plus private development and public right-of-way issues. The mission of the department is to promote public safety, sustainability, and a livable community. !
Compensation & BenefitsThe salary for this position is dependent on the selected candidates' qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package includes participation in the Local Government Employees Retirement System and an automatic 4.5% contribution to a deferred compensation plan.
About the Wilmington CommunityWilmington is the eighth largest city in North Carolina, and located in New Hanover County. Wilmington is a coastal town and port city situated in southeastern North Carolina and is considered approximately the midpoint of the eastern seaboard of the United States. The city is bordered by the Cape Fear River to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. While having a diverse population of over 126,000, the City is an active business, service and industrial center for the surrounding five-county area with a population of more than 520,606 people area-wide.
Forbes magazine's 17th annual ranking of Best Places for Business and Careers ranked Wilmington 35th out of the 200 largest metropolitan areas in the US. Wilmington earned the title of "Best American Riverfront" in USA TODAY's "10 Best" contest for the Nation's Best Riverwalk in 2014. Serving as economic drivers, prestigious companies, such as GE, Corning, Thermo-Fisher Scientific, PMG, nCino, Live Oak and Alcami, among others, are drawn to Wilmington due to its educated workforce and favorable tax and regulatory policies. Higher education institutions in the City are represented by the University of North Carolina - Wilmington and Cape Fear Community College. The film industry has also played a large role in the local economy with productions such as Iron Man 3, Dawson's Creek and One Tree Hill.
With a beautiful riverfront, nearby beaches and a two-hour drive to the State Capital of Raleigh, Wilmington's location offers plenty of professional, educational and recreational opportunities!
Typical Tasks
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering field.
Experience
Minimum three years of progressively responsible related engineering experience.
Certification & Other Requirements
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Exerts up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position generally requires work indoors/office setting.
Why Work with Us?
At the City of Wilmington, we offer more than just a job - we provide an opportunity to grow, make an impact, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Here are some of the benefits of working with us:
-Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) site
-Great Work/Life Balance
-Minimal Nights/Weekends
-Minimal Travel Required for the role
-No client sales or billing
-Regular Hours: Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM. Occasional remote work may be available.
-Access to Free City Employee Health Clinic (with City Insurance)
-Free City Gym Access
-Robust Wellness Program and Incentives
-Pension Plan
-Serve the Community
If you're looking for a fulfilling career with excellent benefits and a commitment to work-life balance, we encourage you to apply and join our team!
Our Core Values:
INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY
Our Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.
What we offer:
The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:
Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.
Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.
Health Insurance - The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.
Dental Insurance - Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.
Life Insurance - The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.
Retirement:
- NC Local Government Retirement System -All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period.
- Deferred Compensation - The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.
Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually*):
- Sick Leave - 12 days accrued each year
- Annual Leave - Accrual based on years of service and classification. Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.
- Holidays - 13 paid holidays annually
- Paid Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).
*Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.
Miscellaneous:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Cancer & Critical Illness
- Accident Insurance
- Whole Life Insurance
- Credit Union membership
Note: The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to recieve their first paycheck approximately 3 weeks after their start date.
**This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at for more information.**
01
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
02
Do you have a valid Drivers License?
03
Which best describes your highest level civil engineering or related engineering field education?
04
How many years of progressively responsible related engineering experience do you have?
05
Please identify the company/agency/organization where you gained the experience described in question #4. Note: These employers must be listed in the work history section on your employment application to receive credit. Entering "N/A' or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.
06
Do you have an Engineering Intern License or Professional Engineer license?
07
The hiring salary for the position is posted on the job posting. Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity. Please acknowledge that you understand this process.
Required Question
Job Type: Full Time-Regular
Job Number: 24-00333
Department: Engineering
Opening Date: 03/05/2025
Closing Date: 4/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Post-Offer Required Pre-Employment Screenings: Driving History Check
Education Verification
Drug Screen
Full Salary Range: $80,000 to $122,098
Working Hours: Scheduled hours are M-F 8 am to 5 pm. Occasional remote work may be available. Overtime may be necessary to meet project schedules.
The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Description
Project Engineers serve as licensed professionals who exercise engineering judgment in the design, construction, and maintenance of public infrastructure. This involves the interpretation and application of codes & standards, in accordance with established engineering practice. Municipal infrastructure includes roadways, bridges, buildings, park amenities, shoreline stabilization, utilities, pedestrian & bicycle facilities, and stormwater management systems.
The Engineering Department includes members who provide design, project engineering, plan review, survey, traffic management, construction inspection, right-of-way acquisition, and permitting services. Engineering is involved in many of the City's public infrastructure improvements, plus private development and public right-of-way issues. The mission of the department is to promote public safety, sustainability, and a livable community. !
Compensation & BenefitsThe salary for this position is dependent on the selected candidates' qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package includes participation in the Local Government Employees Retirement System and an automatic 4.5% contribution to a deferred compensation plan.
About the Wilmington CommunityWilmington is the eighth largest city in North Carolina, and located in New Hanover County. Wilmington is a coastal town and port city situated in southeastern North Carolina and is considered approximately the midpoint of the eastern seaboard of the United States. The city is bordered by the Cape Fear River to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. While having a diverse population of over 126,000, the City is an active business, service and industrial center for the surrounding five-county area with a population of more than 520,606 people area-wide.
Forbes magazine's 17th annual ranking of Best Places for Business and Careers ranked Wilmington 35th out of the 200 largest metropolitan areas in the US. Wilmington earned the title of "Best American Riverfront" in USA TODAY's "10 Best" contest for the Nation's Best Riverwalk in 2014. Serving as economic drivers, prestigious companies, such as GE, Corning, Thermo-Fisher Scientific, PMG, nCino, Live Oak and Alcami, among others, are drawn to Wilmington due to its educated workforce and favorable tax and regulatory policies. Higher education institutions in the City are represented by the University of North Carolina - Wilmington and Cape Fear Community College. The film industry has also played a large role in the local economy with productions such as Iron Man 3, Dawson's Creek and One Tree Hill.
With a beautiful riverfront, nearby beaches and a two-hour drive to the State Capital of Raleigh, Wilmington's location offers plenty of professional, educational and recreational opportunities!
Typical Tasks
- Oversee the planning, design, and construction of municipal infrastructure. The responsibility for public health and safety requires professional licensure through the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Land Surveyors pursuant to Chapter 89C of the N.C. General Statutes.
- Provide professional expertise and technical analysis in support of various projects, boards, committees, municipal programs, public relations initiatives, grant applications, and media inquiries.
- Perform site visits, field inspections, and meet with developers, consulting engineers, contractors, citizens, stakeholder groups, and government officials.
- Prepare legislative submittals for City Council consideration and provide testimony during public meetings.
- Author technical standards, specifications, cost estimates, and construction details.
- Monitor changes in regulations, construction methods, and industry standards through continuing education, as required for professional licensure and project assignments.
- Prepare, approve, and certify plans and specifications for municipal infrastructure projects. Oversee the work of land surveyors, engineering consultants, property acquisition specialists, and engineering technicians.
- Manage the scope, schedule, budget, and permitting for municipal infrastructure projects. Administer consultant and capital project construction contracts. Lead project meetings. Negotiate scope, fee, contract amendments, and change orders.
- Develop feasibility studies and value engineering alternatives. Weigh competing criteria in a multifaceted context (e.g., public relations, lifecycle costs, materials, workforce, operation & maintenance, regulations, etc.)
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering field.
Experience
Minimum three years of progressively responsible related engineering experience.
Certification & Other Requirements
- Professional Engineer
- Valid Class C Driver's License
- Knowledge of civil engineering principles and related computations, regulations, computer software, reference manuals, and technical writing skills.
- Ability to interpret and apply relevant federal, state, and local laws, codes, standards, and regulations.
- Support municipal emergency management operations.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Exerts up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position generally requires work indoors/office setting.
Why Work with Us?
At the City of Wilmington, we offer more than just a job - we provide an opportunity to grow, make an impact, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Here are some of the benefits of working with us:
-Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) site
-Great Work/Life Balance
-Minimal Nights/Weekends
-Minimal Travel Required for the role
-No client sales or billing
-Regular Hours: Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM. Occasional remote work may be available.
-Access to Free City Employee Health Clinic (with City Insurance)
-Free City Gym Access
-Robust Wellness Program and Incentives
-Pension Plan
-Serve the Community
If you're looking for a fulfilling career with excellent benefits and a commitment to work-life balance, we encourage you to apply and join our team!
Our Core Values:
INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY
Our Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.
What we offer:
The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
- Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System
- Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
- Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
- 6-weeks paid parental leave
- Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
- Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
- Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
- Tuition assistance benefits
Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.
Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.
Health Insurance - The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.
Dental Insurance - Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.
Life Insurance - The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.
Retirement:
- NC Local Government Retirement System -All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period.
- Deferred Compensation - The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.
Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually*):
- Sick Leave - 12 days accrued each year
- Annual Leave - Accrual based on years of service and classification. Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.
- Holidays - 13 paid holidays annually
- Paid Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).
*Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.
Miscellaneous:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Cancer & Critical Illness
- Accident Insurance
- Whole Life Insurance
- Credit Union membership
Note: The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to recieve their first paycheck approximately 3 weeks after their start date.
**This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at for more information.**
01
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
- Yes
02
Do you have a valid Drivers License?
- Yes
- No
03
Which best describes your highest level civil engineering or related engineering field education?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
- None - N/A
04
How many years of progressively responsible related engineering experience do you have?
- I have no experience
- less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 10 years
- 10 years or more
05
Please identify the company/agency/organization where you gained the experience described in question #4. Note: These employers must be listed in the work history section on your employment application to receive credit. Entering "N/A' or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.
06
Do you have an Engineering Intern License or Professional Engineer license?
- Yes
- No
07
The hiring salary for the position is posted on the job posting. Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity. Please acknowledge that you understand this process.
- Yes
- No
Required Question