Assistant City Engineer
Company: City Of Portage
Location: Portage
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
The City of Portage is looking for an analytical and
detail-oriented Civil Engineer for our Assistant City Engineer
opportunity. Are you ready to join a team that builds
infrastructure one block at a time? The team executes and engineers
construction management; operation and maintenance of streets,
traffic signals, and utilities; performs engineering of commercial
and private development site and plat plans, administers permits
for ROW work, utility extensions and connections; traffic signal
timing; pavement evaluation and rating; water quality assessments
and so much more. There is no city without Transportation &
Utilities! What You’ll Do: Review site plans, plats, and other
private developments to ensure conformance to approved design plans
and applicable laws, ordinances, and resolutions. Drafts and
reviews documents relating to all phases of public works, including
subdivision and utilities ordinances and regulations. Confer with
citizens, municipal officials, contractors, engineers, and
developers to answer inquiries and advise on plan review,
engineering or environmental issues, laws, and ordinances. Prepare
plans, specifications, and estimates regarding the National
Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Phase II permitting
for the city. Perform stormwater management and soil erosion
reviews for private and public construction projects. Serve as a
liaison to the County Drain Commissioner and various local
stormwater, soil erosion, and watershed planning organizations.
Review project proposals or plans to determine the time frame,
funding limitations, and procedures for accomplishing projects,
designs, and specifications for city and road utility construction
projects. Review developer plans to ensure adherence to engineering
standards and ordinances related to transportation and utility
projects. Assist in the preparation of specifications and requests
for proposals on transportation and utility construction projects.
Work with potential vendors to provide field data, design data, and
other requested information. Inspect public and private sanitary
sewers, water, streets, and storm sewer improvements. What We’re
Looking for: The ability to prepare plans and estimates of
infrastructure projects is required. BS Degree in Civil Engineering
(BSCE) or a related field with a minimum of 3 years of civil
engineering experience, including storm and wastewater, soil
erosion, and project management. The Engineer-In-Training (EIT)
certification is required. PE certification is preferred. Strong
communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at
the same time. A valid driver’s license with a good history. Work
in the office and out in the field. Why Join us? $66,480 - $89,943
annual salary range. Offer will be commensurate with experience.
Excellent benefits package. Potential for advancement. Half-day
Fridays! Monday – Thursday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM and Friday 8 AM- noon.
Here’s How to Join Us: Include a cover letter and resume with the
online application, www.portagemi.gov or in person at Portage City
Hall/Human Resources, 7900 S. Westnedge Ave., Portage. MI 49002.
Got Questions? Contact Human Resources at (269)329-4533 or text
(269)998-1385. Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of the
city to afford equal employment opportunities regardless of race,
religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, height,
weight, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Positive action shall be taken to ensure the fulfillment of this
policy.
Keywords: City Of Portage, South Bend , Assistant City Engineer, Engineering , Portage, Indiana
