Engineer V

Salt Lake City Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 111,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt Lake City Corporation is seeking an Engineer V in the Public Utilities Department to supervise and manage City projects and engineering programs. The role requires a professional engineer license, eight years of civil engineering experience, and two years of supervisory experience.

The engineer will lead design and construction efforts, review complex plans, manage budgets and schedules, and coordinate with consultants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; eight years of civil engineering experience and two years of supervisory experience.
• Utah PE license required within six months for out-of-state applicants.
• Valid driver's license or driving privilege card required.
• Ability to lead, develop and support team members and interface with contractors and the public.
• Membership in ASCE or an equivalent professional organization.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs and oversees major engineering projects and programs.
• Reviews complex plans to ensure standards and codes are met.
• Develops budgets, scopes, scheduling and phasing; coordinates with consultants.
• Directs day-to-day activities for support programs and systems.
• Represents the City on committees and project reviews; suggests new projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Contractor coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license (Utah)

Job description

Public Utilities Hooten Building

Full time

JR6443

Position Title:

Engineer V

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Salary/Hourly Range:

$111,199.4 - $122,904.6

Department:

Public Utilities

Work Location:

Salt Lake City, UT

Benefits

Salt Lake City Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package primarily for full-time employees. Eligibility varies by employment status. Explore Salt Lake City employee benefits , or use our Total Compensation Calculator to estimate the overall value of pay and benefits.

Important Application Information

We want to recognize the experience you bring. Please include all education and work experience relevant to this position in your application and resume. If those don't fully capture your experience, you may attach an additional document describing your previous roles, dates of employment, hours worked, and duties.

If you are selected, we'll use this information to determine your starting pay. For eligible positions, your prior experience may also qualify you for a higher leave accrual rate under the City's Prior Service Leave Accrual Procedure .

Application Deadline

Open until filled:

We encourage you to apply early. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/) site.

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

Thinking about applying or weighing another offer?

Use our Total Compensation Calculator (https://tools.slc.gov/totalcompensation/) to see the true value of your job offer—including salary, benefits, retirement, and more.

We know time away from work is essential for rest, personal needs, and family life. Salt Lake City offers generous paid leave to help you recharge and stay balanced. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/paid-leave/) site.

• 12 vacation days to start
• 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday
• Up to 80 hours personal leave annually
• 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

Our Recruitment Team is ready to assist you throughout the entire hiring process—from questions about job openings to application support. Reach the Recruitment Team at 801-535-6699

Or email: [e-mail]

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.

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.