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Engineer I
Loudoun County
Building and Development
Location
Leesburg, Virginia, 20175
Salary
$60,292.43 - $102,497.14
per year
Type
Full-Time
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March 3, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This entry-level engineering role in Loudoun County's Building and Development Department involves reviewing land development plans, managing project revisions, checking building permits for compliance, and assisting with project closeouts while providing customer service to applicants and citizens.
It's a good fit for recent engineering graduates or early-career professionals with a civil engineering or construction background who enjoy teamwork, clear communication, and working in a fast-paced government environment focused on community growth.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
- Civil engineering or construction background demonstrating resourcefulness and flexibility
- Strong communication skills to explain complex technical information clearly and tactfully
- Proficiency in relevant computer systems and virtual communication tools
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Experience or aptitude for entry-level engineering review of land development applications and permits
Full Job Description
Loudoun County Government, named by Forbes Magazine as one of the 2025 Best Largest Employers, is comprised of County staff who dedicate their talents, education and experience to make a difference. In the Department of Building and Development, we place a high value on work-life balance, professional development and service to our community. Join our team of professionals who are committed to Community, Teamwork and Innovation in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Mission
The Department of Building and Development’s mission is to provide premier customer service in a timely and competent manner, and to work with the community and other local government units to create a vibrant and healthy physical, social and economic environment. Services shall be provided in an equitable, respectful, and professional manner.
Vision
The Department of Building and Development is committed to developing premier staff in a supportive learning environment by investing in education, training and work experience that results in a comprehensive knowledge of the department’s organizational purpose and importance of each employee’s role in the success of the department. We strive for excellence, integrity, and equity in the treatment of our staff.
Requirements
• Performing entry level engineering review for less complicated land development applications. Performs full project management duties for a limited number of plan revision applications.
• Performing administrative and final review tasks associated with project closeout. Manages the processing of associated easement plat applications.
• Performing engineering review of building/zoning permits to verify conformance with civil engineering plans. Coordinates directly with applicants and internal staff to correct discrepancies.
• Serving as a liaison between the Engineering and Infrastructure Compliance Teams, providing engineering-level support as needed during the performance bond release process.
• Facilitating transparent government operations by updating project records and databases completely and accurately.
• Providing good customer service by responding to citizen inquiries regarding procedures, regulations, application status, and other relevant data available to the Department.
The ideal candidate will be a highly effective communicator capable of conveying complex technical information in a clear and tactful fashion. The ideal candidate will possess a civil engineering or construction background which demonstrates resourcefulness, flexibility and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. The ideal candidate will be highly proficient in relevant computer systems and be comfortable communicating through virtual media.
This position is eligible for a $6,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the County’s Hiring and Retention Bonus Program.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Qualifications
Additional Information
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