City of Columbus
Engineer I (Vacancy)
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Engineer I (Vacancy)
Salary
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Location
Varies by position
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
25-1046-V5
Department
60 Columbus Water & Power
Division
Division of Water
Opening Date
09/08/2025
Closing Date
10/6/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Benefits
Questions
Definition
The City of Columbus, Columbus Water and Power, Division of Water, is accepting applications for a vacant full-time Engineer I position. This position will be responsible for project management duties associated with capital improvement projects, and reviewing proposed plans and specifications affecting the water distribution system to ensure compliance with the Division of Water practices and standards. This position will act as engineer-in-charge of small construction and/or maintenance projects; reviews plans and designs prepared by staff and consulting engineers for conformance to plans, contract specifications, regulations, and codes, and sound engineering principles. In this role, you will represent the division at meetings with local, state, and federal agencies, regional planning and technical committees, commissioners, citizen groups, engineering groups, and other City departments; prepare preliminary, final plans and specifications for minor projects; review and perform studies or additional research to evaluate engineering solutions. This position will also serve as liaison to and communicate information with affected groups such as City departments, inspectors, contractors, developers, design consultants, utility companies, or other participants pertaining to specific engineering projects; and stay abreast of current engineering principles.
To be considered for this position, candidates must have a valid State of Ohio certificate as a registered Professional Engineer and a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
Salary range: $37.02-$55.52 per hour.
If you are interested, please apply to the Civil Service Commission by applying online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/columbusoh.
You may also apply by email: DPURecruitment@columbus.gov or fax: 614-645-0050.
Pre-employment drug screening and BCI& I background check are required if selected.
Under general supervision, is responsible for performing entry-level professional engineering work; performs related duties as required.
Examples of Work
(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)
Acts as engineer-in-charge of small construction and/or maintenance projects;
Assigns and evaluates work of professional and technical staff;
Checks work accomplished by subordinates for quality and quantity by using pre-established standards and policies;
Prepares preliminary and final plans and specifications for minor projects; reviews and performs studies or additional research to evaluate engineering solutions;
Reviews and investigates requests and complaints received from the public; recommends corrective measures;
Inspects engineering projects for conformance to plans and specifications;
Serves as liaison to and communicates information with affected groups such as City departments, inspectors, contractors, developers, design consultants, utility companies, or other participants pertaining to specific engineering projects;
Assists in the planning and preparation of proposals and specifications for major engineering projects;
Stays abreast of current engineering principles;
Operates a computer and mapping software to draw and review maps and plans;
May do on-site investigations prior to a project;
May represent the division at meetings with local, state, and federal agencies, regional planning and technical committees, commissioners, citizen groups, engineering groups, and other City departments;
May direct or personally engage in field surveys; makes plan-in-hand inspections of ongoing projects.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a valid State of Ohio certificate as a registered Professional Engineer.
Specialization in the discipline for which appointment is being made may be required for some positions and will be incorporated in the job postings, as appropriate.
Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Test/Job Contact Information
Recruitment #: 25-1046-V5
Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)
Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Madelyn Pine
Department of Public Utilities
Division of Water
910 Dublin Rd.
Columbus, Ohio 43215
P: (614) 645- 6621
E: mapine@columbus.gov
The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short-term Disability
Life Insurance
Wellness Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.
01
Do you currently possess a valid State of Ohio certificate as a registered Professional Engineer?
Yes
No
02
Have you included all of your relevant work experience (previous and current)? Resumes will not be accepted as a substitute for completing the application.
Yes
No
03
Have you reviewed the Minimum Qualifications for the job that you are applying to ensure that you meet specified requirements?
Yes
No
04
Have you attached the documents that provide proof of your license, education (post high school), and/or professional or state certification as you have referenced in your applicant profile? Such documents may include a photocopy or scan of your driver's license, bachelor's/master's degree or transcript of completed coursework.
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
City of Columbus
Address
77 N. Front Street, Suite 330
Columbus, Ohio, 43215
Phone
(614) 645-8301
Website
https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission
Apply
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Engineer I (Vacancy)
Salary
See Position Description
Location
Varies by position
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
25-1046-V5
Department
60 Columbus Water & Power
Division
Division of Water
Opening Date
09/08/2025
Closing Date
10/6/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Benefits
Questions
Definition
The City of Columbus, Columbus Water and Power, Division of Water, is accepting applications for a vacant full-time Engineer I position. This position will be responsible for project management duties associated with capital improvement projects, and reviewing proposed plans and specifications affecting the water distribution system to ensure compliance with the Division of Water practices and standards. This position will act as engineer-in-charge of small construction and/or maintenance projects; reviews plans and designs prepared by staff and consulting engineers for conformance to plans, contract specifications, regulations, and codes, and sound engineering principles. In this role, you will represent the division at meetings with local, state, and federal agencies, regional planning and technical committees, commissioners, citizen groups, engineering groups, and other City departments; prepare preliminary, final plans and specifications for minor projects; review and perform studies or additional research to evaluate engineering solutions. This position will also serve as liaison to and communicate information with affected groups such as City departments, inspectors, contractors, developers, design consultants, utility companies, or other participants pertaining to specific engineering projects; and stay abreast of current engineering principles.
To be considered for this position, candidates must have a valid State of Ohio certificate as a registered Professional Engineer and a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
Salary range: $37.02-$55.52 per hour.
If you are interested, please apply to the Civil Service Commission by applying online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/columbusoh.
You may also apply by email: DPURecruitment@columbus.gov or fax: 614-645-0050.
Pre-employment drug screening and BCI& I background check are required if selected.
Under general supervision, is responsible for performing entry-level professional engineering work; performs related duties as required.
Examples of Work
(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)
Acts as engineer-in-charge of small construction and/or maintenance projects;
Assigns and evaluates work of professional and technical staff;
Checks work accomplished by subordinates for quality and quantity by using pre-established standards and policies;
Prepares preliminary and final plans and specifications for minor projects; reviews and performs studies or additional research to evaluate engineering solutions;
Reviews and investigates requests and complaints received from the public; recommends corrective measures;
Inspects engineering projects for conformance to plans and specifications;
Serves as liaison to and communicates information with affected groups such as City departments, inspectors, contractors, developers, design consultants, utility companies, or other participants pertaining to specific engineering projects;
Assists in the planning and preparation of proposals and specifications for major engineering projects;
Stays abreast of current engineering principles;
Operates a computer and mapping software to draw and review maps and plans;
May do on-site investigations prior to a project;
May represent the division at meetings with local, state, and federal agencies, regional planning and technical committees, commissioners, citizen groups, engineering groups, and other City departments;
May direct or personally engage in field surveys; makes plan-in-hand inspections of ongoing projects.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a valid State of Ohio certificate as a registered Professional Engineer.
Specialization in the discipline for which appointment is being made may be required for some positions and will be incorporated in the job postings, as appropriate.
Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Test/Job Contact Information
Recruitment #: 25-1046-V5
Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)
Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Madelyn Pine
Department of Public Utilities
Division of Water
910 Dublin Rd.
Columbus, Ohio 43215
P: (614) 645- 6621
E: mapine@columbus.gov
The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short-term Disability
Life Insurance
Wellness Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.
01
Do you currently possess a valid State of Ohio certificate as a registered Professional Engineer?
Yes
No
02
Have you included all of your relevant work experience (previous and current)? Resumes will not be accepted as a substitute for completing the application.
Yes
No
03
Have you reviewed the Minimum Qualifications for the job that you are applying to ensure that you meet specified requirements?
Yes
No
04
Have you attached the documents that provide proof of your license, education (post high school), and/or professional or state certification as you have referenced in your applicant profile? Such documents may include a photocopy or scan of your driver's license, bachelor's/master's degree or transcript of completed coursework.
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
City of Columbus
Address
77 N. Front Street, Suite 330
Columbus, Ohio, 43215
Phone
(614) 645-8301
Website
https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email