Civil Engineer P.E. (Option to Underfill) (REPOST)

Las Vegas Valley Water; United States; On-site; USD 127,106 - 133,460; Full time

Job summary

Las Vegas Valley Water is seeking a Civil Engineer P.E. at the Molasky Corporate Center, Las Vegas. This role involves complex engineering work related to water projects and requires a valid P.E. registration from the State of Nevada.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in civil engineering and at least three years of experience in the field. Strong communication skills and proficiency in engineering calculations are also essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering.
• Three years of responsible professional civil engineering experience, preferably in a water utility.
• Valid certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the State of Nevada.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex professional engineering work in the design and construction of projects.
• Coordinate the work of professional and technical staff.
• Prepare and review plans, specifications, and legal documents.

Skills

Knowledge of civil engineering design and construction

Ability to prepare engineering studies

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in engineering calculations

Education

Degree in civil engineering

Job description

Civil Engineer P.E. (Option to Underfill) (REPOST)

Open Date: 06/10/26

Salary: $133,460.00 per year (Civil Engineer: $127,106.00)

Job Type: Regular

Location: Molasky Corporate Center, 100 City Parkway, Las Vegas

Hours of Work: M-Th, 7am-6pm

Contact: LVVWD Recruitment at [e-mail]

Job Overview

Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The ideal candidate for this position will be a Civil Engineer or Mechanical Engineer that has multi-disciplined public works design experience, ideally in potable water or wastewater, and will have experience in preparing plans and specifications for public bidding projects. They will possess the appropriate education and experience related to the design and construction of potable water conveyance systems; demonstrate the ability to prepare, oversee, coordinate, and review the work of professional and technical personnel; be able to efficiently perform accurate engineering calculations and cost estimates; be proficient in preparing and reviewing complex plans, specifications, legal documents, technical reports, and studies in order to make data-based decisions; and have strong interpersonal as well as communication skills, both verbally and in writing. The ideal candidate will also hold a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the State of Nevada, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months.

Responsibilities

Under direction, performs complex professional engineering work in the research, planning, design and construction of waterworks capital and/or maintenance projects; coordinates the work of professional and technical staff; and performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of: Theory, principles and practices of civil engineering design and construction; principles of physics and mathematics applicable to civil engineering; principles and techniques of management and supervision, including goals and objectives development and work planning and organization; principles and practices of contract administration and project management and evaluation; principles, modern techniques and equipment used in design, construction and maintenance of various public works projects, including land surveying; strength, properties and uses of construction materials; legal guidelines for public works engineering; public relations; micro-computer applications pertaining to the work.
• Ability to: Review, prepare or direct the preparation of complex plans, specifications and legal contracts; prepare and evaluate engineering studies of large projects; perform difficult technical research and analyze complex engineering and mathematical problems, evaluating alternatives and recommending or adopting effective courses of action; perform accurate engineering calculations and cost estimates; motivate and evaluate assigned staff and provide for their training and professional development; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; prepare clear, concise and accurate reports, drawings, maps, notes, correspondence and other written materials; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.

Training and Experience

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering; and three years of responsible professional civil engineering experience, preferably in a water utility; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Upon registration as a Professional Engineer, a Civil Engineer will advance to Civil Engineer (P.E.).

Licenses, Certificates and Special Requirements

• Some positions may require a valid Nevada driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District’s Vehicle Insurance Policy.
• Civil Engineer P.E.: Certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the State of Nevada.

Physical and Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel objects or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math/mathematical skills; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines, on multiple, concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions; and interact with officials, outside engineers, developers and the public.