Flood Control Engineer – Hydraulics & Floodplain Design

Salt Lake County; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 Holidays

Up to 24 vacation days

12 sick days + 1 personal day

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Salt Lake County is seeking a Civil Engineer with expertise in water resources, hydraulics, and flood control to design and oversee engineering projects. The role involves flood studies, construction management, and coordination with multiple County divisions and external consultants.

Candidates should possess a Civil and Environmental Engineering degree, with PE licensure or ability to obtain in Utah within 6 months, and CFM certification or plan to obtain within a year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering required.
• PE licensure or ability to obtain in Utah within 6 months.
• CFM or ability to obtain within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering plans using CAD software.
• Prepare flood studies for County ordinance facilities.
• Act as Construction Manager for flood control projects.
• Coordinate with County divisions, consultants, and public agencies.
• Assist in developing budgets and five/ten-year master plans.
• Review engineering work and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Project Management

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or ability to obtain in Utah within 6 months

Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) or ability to obtain within 1 year

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Salt Lake County is seeking a Civil Engineer with expertise in water resources, hydraulics, and flood control to design and oversee engineering projects. The role involves flood studies, construction management, and coordination with multiple County divisions and external consultants.

Candidates should possess a Civil and Environmental Engineering degree, with PE licensure or ability to obtain in Utah within 6 months, and CFM certification or plan to obtain within a year.