Engineer

About the Role

At the City of Lone Tree, we are committed to hiring individuals who are passionate about their community, eager to grow in their careers, and motivated to make a meaningful impact. Here, you won’t just take on a job, you’ll join a dedicated team working to shape a vibrant, forward-thinking City. Whether you’re driven by public service, energized by problem-solving, or simply seeking purposeful work alongside…

Responsibilities

• Review development applications, civil plans, drainage and traffic studies, specifications, and engineering permits against City standards and applicable requirements. Prepare clear, consistent written comments, coordinate referral responses and revisions, and track approvals and conditions to support timely development review.
• Evaluate how proposed development affects streets, sidewalks, drainage, utilities, access, and other public infrastructure, emphasizing public safety, accessibility, multimodal connectivity, and long-term maintenance. Identify needed improvements, right-of-way, and easements. Support improvement agreements and updates to engineering standards.
• Perform regular construction inspections for development and assigned capital projects. Compare work with approved plans and specifications; maintain inspection records, document deficiencies, coordinate corrections and design changes with the project team, and prepare punch lists, acceptance recommendations, and warranty follow-up.
• Conduct routine grading, erosion, and sediment control (GESC) inspections. Collaborate with the Senior Stormwater Engineer on drainage reviews, stormwater infrastructure acceptance, and permit compliance, including complex technical determinations.
• Support compliance with the City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit through field inspections, document review, data collection, and coordination with City departments and property owners.
• Provide engineering support for right-of-way, grading, and floodplain permits, including plan review, field verification, and coordination with Operations. Review traffic control, pedestrian accessibility, and construction impacts for assigned work.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and supplemental health plans.
• Access to onsite gym and Lone Tree Recreation Center.
• Work-Life Balance: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall well-being.
• Financial Security: Employer-paid basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and voluntary life insurance options.
• Retirement Planning: Multiple retirement savings options, including 457, 401(k), and Roth IRA plans, as well as participation in Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) and FPPA pension plans.
• Commuter Perks: Enjoy the convenience of an RTD EcoPass for public transportation.