Engineer V

Salt Lake City Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 105,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid vacation and personal leave

Parental leave (6–12 weeks)

Pension/401(k)

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Discounted benefits

Job summary

Salt Lake City Corporation is seeking an experienced Engineer V to supervise and manage city projects and engineering programs. The role requires a registered professional engineer with broad civil engineering expertise and strong supervisory experience.

You will lead design, design reviews, and consultant coordination within the Public Utilities department. The position offers full-time hours, a salary range of $105,346.80–$128,757.20, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental,

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering from an accredited college.
• Eight years of civil engineering experience.
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• Utah PE license or eligible to obtain within six months.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Membership in ASCE or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and supervise major engineering projects and programs.
• Review complex plans to ensure standards and codes are met; manage budgets, scopes and schedules.
• Approve reports, project documents and engineering studies; monitor bidding procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Computer skills

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Driver's license

ASCE membership

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Public Utilities Hooten Building

Full time

JR6315

Position Title

Engineer V

Job Description

As a registered professional engineer, supervises and manages City projects and engineering programs, and applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad area of assignments. This is highly technical and supervisory work requiring management experience and a broad background in civil engineering.

Position Salary Range

• $105,346.80 - $128,757.20

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including

• Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• Six to Twelve 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

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares and supervises the planning, design and construction of major engineering projects. Assigns work of subordinates. Resolves personnel problems and has authority to recommend hiring and firing. Provides in-house engineering reviews and supervises informal engineering reviews. Assists with selection of consultants and specifies parameters for projects and scope of consultants’ work. Approves work done by consultants.
• Reviews complex plans and assures complete designs follow standards as set by Salt Lake City, various codes or standard engineering principles. Develops program and project budgets, project scopes, time scheduling and phasing. Suggests major contract change orders.
• Approves reports of work done and project status. Approves or prepares complex project documents and engineering studies. Monitors and complies with bidding procedures, and meets periodically with departmental staff to review project status.
• May direct day-to-day activities for support programs such as engineering records management, permit issuance and inspections, subdivision approval and inspections, traffic control device implementation and maintenance, or Geographic Information Systems and associated engineering computer software and hardware.
• Represents Salt Lake City Corporation on various ad-hoc committees or statutory boards as engineering designate.
• Serves on general design and project review committees, and suggests projects for development.
• Performs other duties as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering equivalent from a fully accredited college or university, eight years experience in civil engineering and two years related supervisory experience.
• Possession of a professional engineer license from the State of Utah. Out of state applicants who possess a PE Certificate must become a PE in 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, and interface effectively with contractors and the general public.
• Membership in the American Society of Civil Engineers, or an equivalent professional organization.

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 of uneven temperature.
• Continual exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

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

$105,346.80 - $128,757.20

DEPARTMENT

Public Utilities

Full Time/Part Time

Full time

Scheduled Hours

40

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs with integrity and professionalism.

We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference.

If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

Health & Wellness

• Medical insurance
• Dental, vision, life insurance
• HSA (with $1,000-$2,000 City contribution)
• Wellness clinic for employees & families
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Perks

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)
• Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))
• Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more

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.

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.