Utilities Engineer (Water/Wast

Arizona State Government; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Low-cost health coverage

Paid parental leave

Transit perks

Parking included

Job summary

The Arizona Corporation Commission invites a Utilities Engineer (Water/Wastewater) to join the Utilities Division in Phoenix. You will inspect facilities, analyze complex data, prepare regulatory policy recommendations, and present expert testimony to the commission.

A PE license and advanced engineering degree are preferred, with state-regulated utility experience valued. Salary ranges from $75,000 to $82,000 with strong benefits and opportunities to influence policy that affects Arizona's

Qualifications

• Knowledge of civil, sanitary, environmental engineering applied to water systems.
• Experience interpreting statutes, regulations, policies for water/wastewater utilities.
• Engineering economics and utility rate making knowledge.
• Safety and public relations practices familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Inspect complex water and wastewater facilities and evaluate filings.
• Interpret technical data and engineering plans; prepare reports.
• Develop rules, policies, and procedures for water utilities.
• Prepare and present expert testimony in hearings.
• Engage in statewide and multi-state regulatory activities.

Skills

Civil engineering

Sanitary engineering

Environmental engineering

Mechanical engineering

Chemical engineering

Water/wastewater design

Regulatory interpretation

Engineering economics

Safety practices

Leadership

Data interpretation

Report writing

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

PE license

Microsoft Office

Education

PE license

Advanced engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CORPORATION COMMISSION

The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) is one of the most unique state agencies in Arizona and one of only 13 public utility commissions in the country where commissioners are elected. Established by the Arizona Constitution, the ACC is a medium-sized agency with offices in Phoenix and Tucson. Our mission is diverse - spanning utility rate making; securities registration and enforcement; rail and pipeline safety; and corporate business filings and we boast an average employment tenure of over 10 years. Learn how we are Powering Arizona's Future by visitingwww.azcc.gov. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity agency and a recognized Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer.

Utilities Engineer (Water/Wast

Job Location:

Address: 1200 West Washington Street
Phoenix, Arizona, 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $75,000-$82,000

Grade: 24

Closing Date: 08/30/2026

Job Summary:

The Utilities Division recommends thoroughly researched, sound regulatory policy and rate recommendations to the Commissioners, based on a balanced analysis of the benefits and impacts on all stakeholders and consistent with the public interest.

Job Duties:

You will learn to inspect complex water and wastewater utility facilities to evaluate and make recommendations about filings. This includes interpreting and analyzing technical data and engineering plans and preparing reports. You will play a key role in the making of rules, policies, and procedures relating to water and wastewater utilities, and will prepare and present expert testimony in hearings. A Utilities Engineer also monitors and participates in several statewide, regional, and multi-state organizations that impact the safe, reliable operation of water and wastewater utilities in Arizona.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Significant knowledge of civil, sanitary, environmental, mechanical and chemical engineering, as applied to the design, development, construction and maintenance of water and wastewater systems
• Experience interpreting Federal and State statutes, regulations, policies, and standards pertaining to water/wastewater utility systems
• Knowledge of accounting and engineering economics principles relating to utility rate making
• Familiarity with safety and public relations practices
• Work management and leadership skills
• Ability to inspect complex water and wastewater utility facilities and interpret and analyze a wide range of highly technical engineering data
• Effective oral and written communications skills to write reports and testify as an expert witness
• Interpersonal relations skills, particularly as applied to contact with fellow team members, other governmental agencies, contractors, utility personnel, elected officials, and the public
• Ability to explain difficult technical subjects in non-technical terms to lay persons
• Computer application skills, including Microsoft Office programs

The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of advanced education and utility regulatory experience, specifically water or wastewater utilities. Preference will be given to applicants with an advanced degree in Civil, Sanitary, Environmental, Civil Technology, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, and/or registration as a Professional Engineer.

Selective Preference(s):

N/A

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background/reference check and confirmation of any degrees/certifications.
• A.R.S. Section 40-101 prohibits Commission employees from having certain interests in entities that the Commission regulates. Applicants shall be required to disclose any interests they may have in the regulated entities during the application process, and as a condition of employment, to divest themselves of any prohibited interests.
• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

• Excellent comprehensive benefits, including a top-ranked retirement plan, low-cost health coverage, supplemental policies such as vision and short-term disability, generous paid vacation and sick leave programs, and Paid Parental Leave for those who qualify
• Free parking; carpooling resources and incentives; fully subsidized public transit
• Career and personal development support; multiple training and education opportunities and resources; qualifying Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer
• Interesting, challenging work in a public sector environment with the chance to make a real difference in our state
• We are a recognized Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

This position qualifies for participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) defined benefit pension.

Contact Us:

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