Geotechnical/Civil Engineer

Pacific Power; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 89,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with match

Life insurance

Tuition Assistance

Mass Transit Pass

Job summary

PacifiCorp in Salt Lake City is seeking engineers at multiple levels to support geotechnical and civil engineering, construction and surveying across generation, transmission and distribution facilities. Roles involve planning, design, permitting, construction, operation and maintenance with emphasis on meeting schedules and budgets.

Candidates should have 2+ years in civil/geotechnical engineering; strong QA/QC, procurement coordination, and contract management.

Qualifications

• A minimum of two or more years of civil and geotechnical engineering or related professional experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of principles in area of engineering specialty.
• Understanding of geotechnical engineering practices and methods.
• Understanding in quality assurance and quality control process and inspections.
• Coordinate with procurement to solicit external services as required for project deliverables.
• Manage bid process, contracts, for geotechnical, civil inspection and surveying services.
• Negotiate with vendors and contractors regarding work scope changes and ensure that all contract commitments are completed on time per scope of work and specifications.
• Understanding of Company’s business, and relevant policies, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local laws, regulations and the National Electric Codes (if required for the position).
• Ability to perform effectively in high‑pressure situations while maintaining focus and calmness.
• Ability to provide timely assessments with limited information and/or assumptions.
• In addition to the above, the Senior Engineer requirements include: A minimum of five or more years’ experience in industrial power systems or electric utility power systems, or related professional experience.
• Project management and leadership skills including the ability to work as a team member, to maintain project timelines, budgets, and deliver on commitments.
• In addition to the above, the Senior Engineer II requirements include: A minimum of 6 years experience in industrial power systems or electric utility power systems. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, modify, and evaluate systems, process, or facilities to support Company objectives.
• Develop electrical engineering studies, plans, specifications, calculations, evaluations, design documents, and performance assessments.
• Determine methods and techniques for obtaining results.
• Guide and direct associate level engineers, technicians and drafters.
• Recommend alternative solutions to management in area of specialty on engineering solutions to meet business needs.
• Deliver on commitments and manage outside engineering services to accomplish the assigned work.
• Analyze and design engineering methods.
• Maintain project timelines and budgets.
• Provide construction and engineering quality assurance support for projects within the company.

Skills

Civil engineering

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Leadership

Quality assurance

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

PE license preferred

Tools

Plotters

Printers

Job description

POWER YOUR GREATNESS

PacifiCorp is seeking customer‑centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.

Date: Sep 26, 2026

Location: SALT LAKE CITY, UT, US, 84116

Company: PacifiCorp

General Purpose

Provides geotechnical and civil engineering, construction and surveying support by reviewing and developing plans, specifications, calculations, evaluations, design documents, and performance assessments associated with the planning, design, permitting, construction, operation, and maintenance of the company’s generation, transmission, distribution, telecommunication, or other facilities/systems.

This position is available at multiple levels. Applicants will be considered for the level that best matches their education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, modify, and evaluate systems, process, or facilities to support Company objectives.
• Develop electrical engineering studies, plans, specifications, calculations, evaluations, design documents, and performance assessments.
• Determine methods and techniques for obtaining results.
• Guide and direct associate level engineers, technicians and drafters.
• Recommend alternative solutions to management in area of specialty on engineering solutions to meet business needs.
• Deliver on commitments and manage outside engineering services to accomplish the assigned work.
• Analyze and design engineering methods.
• Maintain project timelines and budgets.
• Provide construction and engineering quality assurance support for projects within the company.

Requirements

Engineer II requirements include:

• A minimum of two or more years of civil and geotechnical engineering or related professional experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of principles in area of engineering specialty.
• Understanding of geotechnical engineering practices and methods
• Understanding in quality assurance and quality control process and inspections. Provide progress reports to management and other stakeholders in accordance with an approved communication plan.
• Coordinate with procurement to solicit external services as required for project deliverables.
• Manage bid process, contracts, for geotechnical, civil inspection and surveying services.
• Negotiate with vendors and contractors regarding work scope changes and ensure that all contract commitments are completed on time per scope of work and specifications.
• Understanding of Company’s business, and relevant policies, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local laws, regulations and the National Electric Codes (if required for the position).
• Ability to perform effectively in high‑pressure situations while maintaining focus and calmness.
• Ability to provide timely assessments with limited information and/or assumptions.

In addition to the above, the Senior Engineer requirements include:

• A minimum of five or more years’ experience in industrial power systems or electric utility power systems, or related professional experience.
• Project management and leadership skills including the ability to work as a team member, to maintain project timelines, budgets, and deliver on commitments.

In addition to the above, the Senior Engineer II requirements include:

• A minimum of 6 years experience in industrial power systems or electric utility power systems. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of principles in a specialty area of civil engineering.
• Utilize project management and leadership skills to maintain project timelines, budgets, and deliver commitments.
• Demonstrate professional oral and written communication and collaboration skills involving the ability to work cross‑functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and make recommendations.
• Proficient with the use of personal computers, plotters, printers, and other general office equipment

In addition to the above, the Principal Engineer requirements include:

• A minimum of 10 years industry experience as a practicing engineer, including experience performing highly technical work of a specialized nature.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license strongly preferred; may be required based upon role.
• Project management and leadership skills including the ability to work as a team member, maintain project timelines, budgets, and deliver on commitments.
• Ability to perform effectively in high‑pressure situations while maintaining focus and calmness.
• Highest level of communication and interpersonal skills involving the ability to work cross‑functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and recommendations.
• Expert knowledge and application of principles in area of engineering specialty. Understanding of the Company’s business and relevant policies, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws regulations and electrical codes.

Preferences

• Master’s degree in civil engineering or related engineering discipline;
• Seven years’ professional engineering experience.
• Understanding of company’s business, and relevant policies, procedures, and practices.
• Experience in electrical utility design and/or construction support.

Benefits

At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle

Our Benefits Include

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
• Life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.

Work Life Balance

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)
• Paid short‑term disability leave and long‑term disability insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing

For more information, please visit: https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US

Primary Location: SALT LAKE CITY

Department: Power Delivery

Schedule: Days

Hiring Range: $88,800-$161,370

Personnel Subarea: Exempt

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 12.00% of salary.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.

PacifiCorp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety‑sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.

Nearest Major Market: Salt Lake City

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