ENGINEER III, II, IDepending on qualification the position may be underfilled at level II or I.
FT / PT Status - Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility - This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary - $30.00 - $48.00 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office - In-Office / On-Site
Recruiter - Application Deadline - 11/8/2026*
*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Job DescriptionThe position will work inthe Utah Lake/Jordan River Regional office in Salt Lake City as an AssistantRegional Engineer under the supervision of the Regional Engineer. Job dutieswill be administrative in nature and include review of various applications andproofs of beneficial use submitted by water users and professionals. Theassistant regional engineer will draft Orders of the State Engineer describingwater use, well locations, distribution, technical details and specialconditions for review and signature. Some field work may be required for daminspections and proof review with little to no overnight travel. Water rightsspecific training and training towards continuing education credits will beprovided. It is expected that the candidate will have a firm understanding ofthe fundamentals of engineering and ability to communicate both verbally andthrough writing.
To Qualifyfor the Engineer I:Satisfactory completion of an Engineering degree- Engineer in-Training (EIT) or the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE)completed or will graduate and passthe exam within the 12-month probationary period. This is an entry-level job, which requires close supervision and limited engineering experience while performing engineering related tasks.
To Qualify for the Engineer II:Satisfactory completion of Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) required. Incumbents have experience working as an Engineer but are not licensed as a Professional Engineer. Most of their work must be reviewed and approved by a licensed Engineer. Incumbents use independent judgment in the modification and evaluation of standard techniques, perform independently on most assignments, receiving technical guidance on unusual problems. Incumbents apply the knowledge and techniques of advanced mathematics and engineering to assignments.
To Qualify for the Engineer III:Must be registered as a professional engineer inaccordance with the provisions of Utah Code Annotated 58-22. This is a workinglevel job requiring minimal supervision. Incumbents in this job utilizeadvanced training, experience and independent judgment in the evaluation and modificationof complex engineering situations requiring specialized abilities. Incumbentsapply the knowledge and techniques of advanced mathematics and engineering toassignments.
Key Responsibilities- Review water right files, processes, policy guidelines, and statutes.
- Advise water users and assist public inquiry staff in the preparation of applications.
- Assist Regional Engineer and direct regional staff in responsibilities related to appropriations.
- Assist in the management and supervision of established distribution systems within the region and operate river modeling programs.
- Assist the Distribution Section as requested in preparation and verification of information related to the on-going actions to enforce water rights.
- Assist the State Engineer, Regional Engineer and staff of the Dam Safety section by performing dam inspections, writing inspection reports, assessing stream alteration and dam permits as required.
- Assist the Regional Engineer in the preparation and/or receipt and processing of applications.
- Attend presentations, review and compose written reports, and make public presentations.
- Other duties as assigned.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications- Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Technical Credential:
- Engineer I: EIT certification / FE exam completion (or attainment within the 12-month probationary period).
- Engineer II: EIT certification / FE exam completion.
- Engineer III: Current license as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Utah per Utah Code Ann. § 58-22.
- Core Engineering Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of foundational engineering principles, mathematics, and technical analysis.
- Communication Skills: Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly in both written reports and verbal presentations.
- Physical & Travel Requirements: Ability to perform field work (including dam and site inspections in outdoors settings) with occasional local travel.
Preferred Qualifications- Water Rights and Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Utah water law, administrative processes, water rights files, and statutory guidelines.
- Hydraulic and River Modeling: Experience with, or aptitude for learning, computer-based river modeling programs and streamflow analysis.
- Dam and Infrastructure Inspection: Basic knowledge of dam safety principles, structural/hydrologic inspection techniques, and stream alteration permitting.
- Technical Writing and Legal Drafting: Skill in preparing formal administrative orders, legal descriptions of water rights, and technical inspection reports.
- Public Outreach and Advisory Support: Aptitude for assisting the public, answering inquiries, and making formal presentations to stakeholders and community groups.
About the RoleLocation -
1594 West North Temple
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required - No
Drug Test Required - No
Schedule Code - B - Competitive Career Service
Supplemental Information: Candidates must reside within the state of Utah.
- Work Schedule:Monday-Friday 8 am - 5 pm; 10-or 9-hour workdays are an option.
- Sitting for periods of time doing office work and research.
- Walking on uneven terrain and driving a 4wdvehicle on rough roads.
- Work independently and collaboratively.
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
