Engineering Designer - Salt Lake City

David Evans and Associates, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work Schedule: 9/80 with every other F

Sick Time: 4% accrual of eligible gros

401k with employer match

Wellbeing program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

David Evans and Associates, Inc. in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking an Engineering Designer to support a major Transportation Infrastructure project.

You will develop design deliverables using OpenRoads Designer and MicroStation, review survey data, and coordinate with utilities and public agencies. This role is a 1–2 year assignment with potential continuation and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field required.
• 1+ years of experience with OpenRoads Designer.
• 0-3 years of professional engineering or related experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, ability to work with multiple disciplines.
• Ability to manage priorities and deliver quality work on a schedule.

Responsibilities

• Develop design deliverables using OpenRoads Designer and MicroStation.
• Review survey information, utility records, maps, reports, and other technical data.
• Assist with utility identification, relocation design, and coordination with agencies.
• Coordinate with roadway, structural, drainage, traffic, environmental, survey, and construction teams.
• Work within project standards, delivery requirements, budgets, and milestones.
• Communicate design issues and progress clearly to leads and PMs.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization and detail orientation

Prioritization

OpenRoads Designer expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or closely related field

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

MicroStation

Job description

Engineering Designer

Water And Environment Jobs With David Evans And Associates

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our Water and Environment team offers comprehensive solutions in natural resources management and environmental permitting, water resources, and water/wastewater infrastructure. Our approach brings planning, analysis, and design together in stewardship of the built and natural environments. We deliver practical results that address pressing environmental and water infrastructure challenges. From designing water, wastewater, or stormwater systems to evaluating, permitting, and restoring sensitive habitats, our services support sustainable development and resilient infrastructure.

Engineering Designer

Water And Environment Jobs With David Evans And Associates

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our Water and Environment team offers comprehensive solutions in natural resources management and environmental permitting, water resources, and water/wastewater infrastructure. Our approach brings planning, analysis, and design together in stewardship of the built and natural environments. We deliver practical results that address pressing environmental and water infrastructure challenges. From designing water, wastewater, or stormwater systems to evaluating, permitting, and restoring sensitive habitats, our services support sustainable development and resilient infrastructure.

The Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Practice is seeking an Engineering Designer in Salt Lake City, UT, to support a major, multi-year transportation improvement program in Utah.

Working with experienced engineers, and project managers, this role will help advance utility-relocation design as a result of a major roadway widening project from engineering concepts through coordinated construction documents. The successful candidate will use OpenRoads Designer as a core production and design platform in a fast-paced design-build environment.

This position is expected to support a major design build transportation project with an anticipated duration of approximately 1-2 years. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-profile design-build effort with significant public impact. Continued employment beyond the project will be based on business needs and available work.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop design deliverables using OpenRoads Designer and MicroStation, including civil models and coordinated plan sheets.
• Review survey information, utility records, maps, reports, record drawings, test results, and other technical information needed to advance design.
• Assist with utility identification, relocation design, and coordination with public agencies, utility owners, contractors, and internal technical disciplines.
• Coordinate with roadway, structural, drainage, traffic, environmental, survey, and construction teams on multidisciplinary design packages.
• Work within established project standards, delivery requirements, budgets, and accelerated milestone schedules.
• Communicate design issues and progress clearly to task leads and project managers.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering field.
• 1+ Years of experience with OpenRoads Designer.
• 0-3 years of professional engineering or related experience.
• Working knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals and the ability to interpret plans, survey data, and technical information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented approach and the ability to work effectively with multiple disciplines.
• Ability to manage priorities and deliver quality work in a schedule-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering field.
• 1+ Years of experience with OpenRoads Designer.
• 0-3 years of professional engineering or related experience.
• Working knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals and the ability to interpret plans, survey data, and technical information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented approach and the ability to work effectively with multiple disciplines.
• Ability to manage priorities and deliver quality work in a schedule-driven environment.

What We Offer

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environment.

Benefits

• Work Schedule: Flexible work schedules including a 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!
• Sick Time: Accrual at 4% of eligible gross pay
• Retirement: 401k plan with employer match program
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• Potential salary range: $35.00/hour - $44.00/hour
• The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Potential office locations include: Salt Lake City, UT.