Position Title:

Engineer IV (underfill)

Job Description:

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Salt Lake City is seeking passionate, dedicated, and innovative engineers to join our dynamic team. Whether you are just starting your career as an Engineer I or looking to advance to Engineer IV, we have opportunities that cater to your professional growth. Our positions involve a range of responsibilities from drafting and design to project management and field inspections. If you have a strong foundation in civil engineering, excellent communication skills, and a desire to make a tangible impact on our city's landscape, we want to hear from you!

About the Position:

As an Engineer at Salt Lake City, you will be an integral part of a team that designs and executes critical infrastructure projects. From preparing minor designs and assisting with field inspections as an Engineer I to managing complex engineering projects and leading design committees as an Engineer IV, your role will grow as you demonstrate your expertise and innovation. Responsibilities include drafting and checking drawings, performing standard calculations, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with Salt Lake City standards. With a clear career ladder in place, you will have the opportunity to progress through the ranks and take on more challenging projects and leadership roles.

About the Team:

Join a team where collaboration, support, and professional development are at the forefront. At Salt Lake City, our engineering department is comprised of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence and continuous improvement. You will work alongside experienced engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of mentorship and knowledge sharing. Our team is passionate about creating a positive impact on the community through meticulous planning, innovative design, and efficient project execution. We value diverse perspectives and strive to create an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to the city's growth and success.

If you are ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to our team, apply now and be a part of building a better future for Salt Lake City!

This position may be filled as a level IV, III, II or I depending on credentials. Early application is encouraged as the position will remain open until filled.

Position Salary/Hourly Range:

Engineer I: $ 72,975.60 - $ 81,084

Engineer II: $ 76,640.40 - $ 85,156

Engineer III: $ 84,546 - $ 93,940

Engineer IV: $ 93,221.10 - $103,579

*based on qualifications and experience.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• Paid vacation and personal leave

• Six weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment

• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

Engineer I

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Drafts and checks drawings, reviews and prepares minor designs.

• Assists with field inspections and may perform design work on projects under the guidance of a professional engineer.

• Assists with bidding procedure, including reviewing bid documents, meeting with various personnel and assisting with the assembling of documents.

• Performs standard calculations and related design work. May write minor technical specifications.

• Becomes familiar with procedural steps involved in engineering projects.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering equivalent from a fully accredited college or university.

• Possession of an engineer in training certificate.

• Ability to work and relate well with subordinates, supervisors, co-workers and the general public under varying circumstances.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.

• Ability to utilize computers in engineering applications, present reports in written and oral form, and communicate effectively with co-workers, public and contractors.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Moderate physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium weights up to 50 pounds. Uncomfortable working positions such as stooping, crouching and bending. May have a few disagreeable elements such as appearance of work place, poor ventilation or uneven temperature.

• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

CAREER LADDER:

• After one year of successful performance, during which incumbent demonstrates ability to apply fundamental engineering principles, theories, concepts and practices to basic and routine engineering problems, he/she may be promoted to Engineer II. This is based on the performance coach’s recommendation, availability of funds, and concurrence of the Department of Human Resources.

Engineer II

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Prepares designs for non-complex engineering projects in accordance with general engineering principles and Salt Lake City Standards. May work on larger projects as a team member or under more direct supervision.

• Checks project plans, calculations and project parameters. Investigates and corrects field problems and suggests extra work orders of relatively routine nature. Drafts project drawings and specifications.

• May supervise engineering technicians actively involved in projects and may serve as project engineer on small projects.

• Calculates pricing and payment amounts which should be made to contractors.

• Prepares reports of work done and project status. Assists with completion of appropriate project documents, bidding procedures and meets periodically with departmental staff to outline project status. May meet with contractors as Salt Lake City representative.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering equivalent from a fully accredited college or university and one year paid work experience in civil engineering.

• Possession of an engineer in training certificate.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.

• Ability to utilize computers in engineering applications, prepare and present routine reports in written and oral form. Must be able to effectively communicate and work well with subordinates, supervisors, co-workers, contractors and the general public.

• Ability to perform field analysis and make correct engineering decisions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Moderate physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium weights up to 50 pounds. Uncomfortable working positions such as stooping, crouching and bending. May have a few disagreeable elements such as appearance of work place, poor ventilation or uneven temperature.

• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

CAREER LADDER:

• After one year of successful performance in this classification-- during which incumbent demonstrates ability to apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations, adjust and correlate data, recognize discrepancies in results, and follow operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes--he/she may be promoted to Engineer III. This is based on the performance coach’s recommendation, availability of funds, and concurrence of the Department of Human Resources.

Engineer III

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Prepares designs for routine and repetitive engineering projects in accordance with general engineering principles and Salt Lake City Standards. Has input on selection of consultants and may work on larger projects as a team member or under more direct supervision.

• Drafts plans, performs engineering studies, completes designs, and reviews subordinates’ work. Has the authority to recommend moderately sized extra work orders. Prepares right of way acquisition documents, reviews survey data, specifies types of materials tests, approves and rejects contractors work. Calculates project pricing and payment amounts to be made to contractors.

• May supervise technicians and serve as project engineer.

• Prepares reports of work done and project status. Prepares project documents, monitors and complies with bidding procedures and meets periodically with departmental staff to outline project status.

• May serve as Salt Lake City representative on joint projects, meet with general public or project consultants to evaluate and resolve project problems.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a bachelor of science degree and three years paid work experience in Civil Engineering or related engineering equivalent.

• Possession of an engineer in training certificate.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.

• Ability to utilize computers in engineering applications, prepare and present moderately complex reports in written and oral form, effectively interface with subordinates, supervisors, co-workers, contractors and the general public.

• Ability to perform engineering studies and field analysis, make correct engineering decisions, supervise subordinate engineers and contractors, and administer related contracts.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Moderate physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium weights up to 50 pounds. Uncomfortable working positions such as stooping, crouching and bending. May have a few disagreeable elements such as appearance of work place, poor ventilation or uneven temperature.

• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

CAREER LADDER:

• A person employed and demonstrating successful performance in this classification, may be promoted to the position of Engineer IV, upon registration as a professional engineer in the state of Utah. Such individual will be fully competent in all conventional aspects of the profession, with ability to devise new approaches to problems encountered. Promotion will be based on the performance coach’s recommendation, availability of funds, and concurrence of the Department of Human Resources.

Engineer IV

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Prepares and approves designs for engineering projects in accordance with general engineering principles and Salt Lake City Standards. Serves on general planning, design and project review committees.

• Assists in selecting consultants and specifying parameters for projects and scope of work for consultants. Recommends approval of all work done by consultants and troubleshoots various segments of assigned projects.

• Prepares complex plans and assures complete designs follow standards as set by Salt Lake City, various codes or standard engineering principles. May draft engineering drawings.

• May supervise engineers or technicians with responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of their work. Approves or rejects contractors’ work, specifications, pay requests or cost estimates.

• Reviews and calculates complex project pricing and amount of payments which should be made to contractors. Signs off appropriate documents prior to payment, and suggests contract change orders.

• Reviews or prepares reports of work done and project status. Prepares project documents, monitors and complies with bidding procedures and meets periodically with departmental staff to outline project status.

• May serve as Salt Lake City representative on joint projects and meet with general public or consultants to evaluate and resolve project problems.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering equivalent from a fully accredited college or university and four years paid work experience in civil engineering or related field.

• Possession of a professional engineer certificate from the State of Utah. Out of state applicants who possess a PE License must become a PE within the State of Utah within six months of employment.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.

• Ability to lead, develop and support other team members, use computers, prepare and present complex reports in written and oral form, and effectively interface with contractors and the general public.

  Additional Information:

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

Engineer I: $ 72,975.60 - $ 81,084

Engineer II: $ 76,640.40 - $ 85,156

Engineer III: $ 84,546 - $ 93,940

Engineer IV: $ 93,221.10 - $103,579

DEPARTMENT

Public Utilities

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40

Need help applying? Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slc.gov .

BENEFITSFull-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including:

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

• HSA or Flex Account (HSA – City contributes $1,000 - $2,000 annually into account, no match required)

• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• City-paid retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

• Wellness clinic for employees and their families

Paid Time Off

• 12 vacation days to start

• 12 paid holidays & 1 personal holiday

• Up to 80 hours of personal leave annually

• 6 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents

• Additional time off credit possible for rehires or new hires coming from another public jurisdiction

VETERAN EMPLOYER:

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.

ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP

Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future.

We aspire to shape a better community and workplace, and as such, we are committed to pay equity. We are proud to have achieved gender pay equity as a leader in the Utah community by creating a workplace where there is equal opportunity for all.

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.