Linn County's Secondary Road Department is hiring an Assistant County Engineer! If you're looking for a career where your work makes a real difference in the design, safety, and reliability of our roads and bridge, this could be the role for you. Bring your skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities to a role where every day is different - and every task keeps Linn County moving forward.

Why work at Linn County?

• Competitive wages with annual pay increases & annual cost of living increase (depending on budget) 
• Medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability, and supplemental life insurance
• Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension Plan (IPERS)
• Wellness program offering credit on insurance premiums to eligible employees
• Free on-site fitness centers
• 100% County paid basic life insurance
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Training & professional development opportunities

About the Position:
Performs civil engineering work and manages the Survey Team to support the planning, design, and inspection of Linn County infrastructure projects. Leads technical operations including surveying, drafting, and construction review, while serving as a key liaison to foremen, contractors, and the public. Applies sound engineering judgment and leadership to ensure project quality, regulatory compliance, and effective coordination from project inception to closeout.

Examples of Duties: 

• Manages engineering technicians and directs engineering services including surveying, design, inspection, and contract administration
• Makes project design decisions and performs plan reviews, making necessary changes to plans and verifying design specifications 
• Conducts field reviews of projects to ensure compliance with IDOT specifications, project plans, and construction standards
• Coordinates with district foreman and maintenance staff to address right-of-way needs, culvert sizing, and project logistics
• Communicates regularly with the public on contract project status, road closures, and resolves construction related concerns

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related engineering field required.
• Over four (4) years of civil engineering experience required.
• Professional Engineer license with continuing education requirement must be up to date.

Shift: Monday – Friday | 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Salary Range:
$97,260/$101,150* - $116,986/$121,665*
*Effective 7/1/26