Civil Engineer I (One Water)

City of Fort Collins; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The City of Fort Collins seeks a Civil Engineer I for the One Water Field Operations team. This full-time exempt position designs and oversees water treatment, distribution, and drainage projects, ensuring compliance with codes and standards.

Ideal candidates have a degree in engineering and strong CAD, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with City staff and contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university required or equivalent experience.
• Strong foundation in engineering practices and principles.
• Ability to use CAD, spreadsheet, word processing and statistical software.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and coordinates review of project plans/designs for compliance with engineering principles and regulations.
• Coordinates with other departments to facilitate conflict resolution and project standards.

Skills

Engineering principles

Analytical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Use of CAD software

Spreadsheet proficiency

Statistical software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD

Spreadsheet

Word processing

Statistical software

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Civil Engineer I (One Water) (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)
REQUISITION #: req8640
DEPARTMENT: One Water Field Operations
LOCATION: UTILITIES SERVICE CTR - BLDG A
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) Classified Employee Benefit Highlights
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $67,536.00 - 112,560.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $74,000.00 - 86,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 11:59 p.m. MT on 10/30/2026.At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications.

The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.

Post-Offer Requirements
- Background check(Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)
- Motor vehicle report

While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

WhyWorkFor theCity of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) –eligibleonthe 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + companycontributions – after 6 month probation period andimmediate vesting
• Flexiblespending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSAor both
• EmployeeAssistance Program: counseling, legal,financialassistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborativework environment

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Job Summary

Engineering work related to the design and constructionof water utility systems including water treatment and distribution, wastewatertreatment and collection, storm drainage and detention, and floodplainmanagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Performs work in support of municipal engineering projects and under the direction of experienced Engineers which may include an essential combination of the following:
• Reviews and coordinates review of project plans/designs for compliance with engineering principles, federal, state, county and, city regulations; prepares recommendations for approval or denial.
• Coordinates with other departments or agencies to facilitate conflict resolution, project implementation and compliance to standards.
• Performs work in support of multiple engineering and construction projects.
• Compiles, researches and analyzes reports, records, drawings and other data to support the planning, design, and/or evaluation of projects or programs.
• Prepares or modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and/or designs for projects.
• May inspect sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.
• Serves as a technical information resource for the public, consultants and developers, City boards and departments, and City Council regarding specific projects or general engineering questions; may prepare presentations and written materials.
• Participates in staff, project review, and policy meetings.
• May develop and operate complex computer simulation models.
• May administer or monitor project budget.

Management Responsibilities

No

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of engineering practices and principles.
• Ability to use engineering, computer-aided design, spreadsheet, word processing and statistical software.
• Affinity for math and physics in order to solve engineering problems.
• Ability to perform basic statistical analysis.
• Strong communication including verbal, written, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking , and analytical thought process.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Preferred College degree or equivalent work experience. Some positions may require functionally related certification or advanced degrees Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university

Experience Requirements

• Some applied engineering experience preferred, but not required.

Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training

• Valid driver's license.

Civil Engineer I

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Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.
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