Civil Engineer II (May Underfill to Level I)

Salt Lake City Corporation

Job Description:

As a registered professional engineer, serves as project engineer on City projects, and independently evaluates, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria in making substantial adaptations and modifications. This is a responsible position in planning, design, construction or related engineering work and may require supervising engineers and other subordinate staff.
About the Position:

Are you a recent civil engineering graduate or early-career professional eager to gain hands-on experience and grow your skills? Salt Lake City is looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our team as Civil Engineers (Level I or II) – an ideal entry point into the world of public infrastructure and municipal engineering.

In this role, you’ll work on real-world projects from day one, contributing to the design, drafting, and coordination of city infrastructure projects. You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers, learn the ins and outs of public works, and see your work come to life across the city. From reviewing project plans to field analysis and contractor coordination, you’ll gain diverse experience in a supportive, team-driven environment.

About the Team:

The Public Services Engineering Division administers the design and procurement of construction projects funded by the City’s Capital Improvement Program and the Funding Our Future bond. Applicants for roles within the Engineering Division can expect to support projects that improve streets within the public right-of-way, office buildings, bikeways, and sidewalks – all important areas of the City’s growing infrastructure that everyone uses.

Learn more about Salt Lake City’s Public Services Engineering Division!

Position Salary Range:

Level II: $81,000 – $85,156

Level I: $77,029 – $81,084

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Paid vacation and personal leave

Six weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment

Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

Key Responsibilities:

Prepares designs for non-complex engineering projects in accordance with general engineering principles and Salt Lake City Standards. May work on larger projects as a team member or under more direct supervision.

Checks project plans, calculations and project parameters. Investigates and corrects field problems and suggests extra work orders of relatively routine nature. Drafts project drawings and specifications.

May supervise engineering technicians actively involved in projects and may serve as project engineer on small projects.

Calculates pricing and payment amounts which should be made to contractors.

Prepares reports of work done and project status. Assists with completion of appropriate project documents, bidding procedures and meets periodically with departmental staff to outline project status. May meet with contractors as Salt Lake City representative.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Level II:

Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering equivalent from a fully accredited college or university and one year paid work experience in civil engineering.

Possession of an engineer in training certificate.

Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.

Ability to utilize computers in engineering applications, prepare and present routine reports in written and oral form. Must be able to effectively communicate and work well with subordinates, supervisors, co-workers, contractors and the general public.

Ability to perform field analysis and make correct engineering decisions.

Level I:

Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering equivalent from a fully accredited college or university.

Possession of an engineer in training certificate.

Ability to work and relate well with subordinates, supervisors, co-workers and the general public under varying circumstances.

Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.

Ability to utilize computers in engineering applications, present reports in written and oral form, and communicate effectively with co-workers, public and contractors.

Working Conditions:

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 or uneven temperature.

Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

Career Ladder:

Level II:

After one year of successful performance in this classification– during which incumbent demonstrates ability to apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations, adjust and correlate data, recognize discrepancies in results, and follow operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes–he/she may be promoted to Engineer III. This is based on the performance coach’s recommendation, availability of funds, and concurrence of the Department of Human Resources.

Level I:

After one year of successful performance, during which incumbent demonstrates ability to apply fundamental engineering principles, theories, concepts and practices to basic and routine engineering problems, he/she may be promoted to Engineer II. This is based on the performance coach’s recommendation, availability of funds, and concurrence of the Department of Human Resources.

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

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