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The City Engineer is a new internal position that serves as the City of Antigo’s engineering professional, providing technical leadership and oversight of the City’s infrastructure systems and development activities. Reporting to the City Administrator, this position manages engineering operations related to public works projects, land development, and capital improvements, and is responsible for overseeing safe, efficient, and sustainable infrastructure development. The City Engineer provides technical expertise, project management, and coordinates with staff, consultants, developers, vendors, and regulatory agencies. The City of Antigo seeks a highly skilled and strategic City Engineer to serve as a key member of the leadership team and guide the planning, design, and delivery of the City’s infrastructure and development initiatives. This position oversees engineering functions related to public works projects, land development, and capital improvements, ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable infrastructure systems. The City Engineer leads the design, review, and implementation of public infrastructure projects; ensures compliance with applicable regulations and engineering standards; and applies sound technical judgment to support informed decision-making and organizational goals. This position also supervises engineering staff, coordinates project delivery and development review, and advances process improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong technical expertise, project management skills, and effective communication while collaborating across departments and supporting high-quality municipal operations. First look at applicants will be September 9th. Leading the design, review, and construction of public works projects, including streets, utilities, and infrastructure systems, including working with other engineering firms. Managing project timelines, budgets, and consultant performance. Conducting field investigations, site inspections, and overseeing construction activities. Reviewing subdivision plats, survey maps, and development proposals for compliance with City standards and ordinances. Coordinating with developers, contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies. Providing support for the Public Works Department, including Streets, Parks, and the Water, Wastewater, and Storm Water Utilities. Work closely with and have oversight of the water plant and wastewater treatment plant contracted operations. Providing technical expertise to the City Council, Plan Commission, and Public Works Committee. Supporting development of the capital improvement plan (CIP) and operating budget. Preparing technical reports, specifications, and contract documents. Responding to resident inquiries and resolving infrastructure-related concerns. Required Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field. Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Wisconsin (or ability to obtain). Progressive experience in municipal or civil engineering, including project management. Strong knowledge of public infrastructure systems, construction standards, and regulatory requirements. Preferred Experience in municipal government or public works operations. Background in development review, permitting, and subdivision design. Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS systems, and engineering software. Firm understanding of stormwater and wastewater utilities.
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.