Engineer V – Development Review

Position Title:

Engineer V – Development Review

Job Description:

As a registered professional engineer and a member of the Development Review team, reviews and manages development projects and engineering programs, and applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad area of assignments. This is highly technical work requiring a broad background in civil engineering.

About the Position:

Development Review Engineer will review construction plans and documents submitted for review, including residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, and City projects.  Position is responsible to ensure all federal, state, and city regulations are met for water, sewer, storm drain, and street lighting throughout Salt Lake City and the Department’s water service area.  Position will require candidate to exhibit exceptional time management, organizational, and communication skills.      

About the Team:

The Development Services Division consists of engineers, permit technicians, engineering technicians, and customer service staff.  SLCDPU’s customer base includes contractors, plumbers, business owners, homeowners, and internal employees, including City Administration.  The Division works closely with each other to ensure support of all positions and successful execution of City regulations.           

Position Salary Range:

$83,637 - $114,197

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 to Twelve 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

IMPORTANT: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Reviews complex plans and assures complete designs follow standards as set by Salt Lake City,local, State, and Federal codes, and standard engineering principles.
• Approves reports of work done and project status. Approves or prepares complex project documents and engineering studies.  Monitors and complies with permitting procedures.  Meets periodically with departmental staff to review project status.
• May direct day-to-day activities for support programs such as engineering records management, permit issuance and inspections, subdivision approval and inspections, , or Geographic Information Systems and associated engineering computer software and hardware.
• Represents Salt Lake City Corporation on various ad-hoc committees or statutory boards as engineering designate.  
• Serves on general design and project review committees and suggests projects to support development.
• Performs other duties as appropriate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.
• 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, and interface effectively with contractors and the general public.
• Membership in the American Society of Civil Engineers, or an equivalent professional organization.

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 of uneven temperature.
• Continual exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

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