Engineer V
Salary$105k – $129k
LocationPublic Utilities Hooten Building
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience8+ yrs
DepartmentEngineering
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedSep 18, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
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
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
interface effectively with contractors and the general public
Membership in the American Society of Civil Engineers, or an equivalent professional organization
Moderate physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium weights up to 50 pounds
Skills
Geographic Information Systems
civil engineering software
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Paid vacation
Paid personal leave
Parental leave
Retirement contributions
401(k)
Employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement
Pet insurance
Legal services
Position Title:
Engineer V
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.
Position Salary Range:
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$105,346.80 - $128,757.20
This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:
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Health Insurance
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Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
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Paid vacation and personal leave
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Six to Twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
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Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
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A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
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Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
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Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
Hiring process
IMPORTANT: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.
Key Responsibilities:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Represents Salt Lake City Corporation on various ad-hoc committees or statutory boards as engineering designate.
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Serves on general design and project review committees, and suggests projects for development.
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Performs other duties as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications:
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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.
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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.
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Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.
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Ability to lead, develop and support other team members, use computers, and interface effectively with contractors and the general public.
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Membership in the American Society of Civil Engineers, or an equivalent professional organization.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
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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.
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Continual exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.
Legal
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.
POSITION TYPE
Full-Time
POSITION SALARY RANGE
$105,346.80 - $128,757.20
DEPARTMENT
Public Utilities
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
Scheduled Hours:
40