City Engineer

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Our recruitment brochure provides an in-depth look at our organization, the Engineering Department and the benefits of joining our team. We invite you to click the link above to access the brochure. The position is open until filed with priority review of candidates by Monday, Sept. 29, 2025.

Compensation: $170,000-$195,000 annually, depending on qualifications.

Position Summary: Directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the programs and activities of the Engineering Department, including Capital project planning and management, construction inspection, development review, Traffic Engineering, floodplain management, and infrastructure throughout the City.

Essential Functions

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodation so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Oversees Engineering Department includes managing the Engineering staff in the design, consultant design review, and construction coordination as well as inspection of Capital Improvement Projects; evaluating operations and modifying based on existing and anticipated future needs and trends; setting department goals and metrics; and forecasting and monitoring department budget.
• Manage the Engineering staff in the design, review, and inspection of private construction from the initial phases through final acceptance of the improvements.
• Manages the Traffic Engineers, providing general guidance and makes recommendations on large budget and/or high impact issues. 
• Plans, budgets, directs, and reports on Capital Improvement Projects from inception through construction completion including design and right-of-way issues.
• Negotiates and consults with developers, consultants, and contractors concerning private development and capital improvement requirements.
• Manages the preparation, implementation, and interpretation of the City Engineering design manuals, ordinances, procedures, resolution, and special studies.
• Prepares, reviews, and presents items for City Council Meetings, workshops, and retreats.
• Acts as the City liaison with TX-DOT related to transportation, utility, permitting, and some maintenance issues, the NCTCOG related to transportation and drainage related issues; FHWA as needed, and FEMA related to floodplain management. 
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering. Master’s degree in Engineering preferred.

Experience: Seven (7) years of experience, after registration as a Professional Civil Engineer, in a related municipal environment.

Any combination of related, education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements. 

Licenses and Certifications: Texas Registered Professional Civil Engineer required. Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) through Texas Floodplain Management Association (TFMA) preferred.

Conditions of Employment: Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test. Must have acceptable credit history. Must possess a valid State of Texas Driver’s License Class “C” and good driving record as defined by City policy.

Other Requirements: This position is subject to emergency operations.  The individual holding this position will be required to work as usual or as needed: during emergency operations, in preparation for prolonged emergency operations and/ or during recovery from prolonged emergency operations as directed by his/her direct supervisor, Department Head or designee, or the City Manager or designee. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of: Civil engineering techniques, construction practices, design principles, and construction management; equipment and procedures used on engineering field projects; budget preparation and management procedures; effective letter and report writing practices; computer modeling of flood plain hydrology and hydraulics, water distribution analysis, and design and drafting techniques; American with Disabilities Act; and Federal, State, and local laws pertaining to transportation, traffic, drainage, construction activity, and property acquisition.

Skilled in: Leading and managing professional and technical staff; introducing innovative ideas, methods, or devices; analyzing and resolving complex departmental issues or problems; serving as a liaison for the City with various agencies including, but not limited to, TXDOT, NCTCOG, Denton County, and other Regional and State entities; making formal presentations and communicating effectively with large groups, various committees, and City Council Meetings; using a personal computer including Microsoft Office, Open Office, or similar word processing programs, e-mail, and the internet; accepting responsibility for his/her actions; performing work accurately and thoroughly; following instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks; communicating effectively, clearly, and concisely both orally and in writing; being punctual and attending work regularly; and working effectively with people regardless of their race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran' s status, genetics, or job type.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 10 pounds. 

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. 

The City of Lewisville has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities, which may be required. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Levels of positions within a class series are distinguished by the level of responsibility assumed, the complexity of duties assigned, the independence of action taken, the nature of the public contact made, and the impact and span of tasks performed.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.  The City of Lewisville has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Work Hours

City of Lewisville offices are open Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., and Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.