Assistant Regional Engineer

State of Utah • Salt Lake City, UT

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Regional Engineer works in the Utah Lake/Jordan River Regional office in Salt Lake City under the supervision of the Regional Engineer. The position reviews applications and proofs of beneficial use submitted by water users and professionals, and drafts Orders of the State Engineer describing water use, well locations, distribution, technical details, and special conditions for review and signature. The work is primarily administrative, with some field work for dam inspections and proof reviews and little to no overnight travel. Water-rights training and training toward continuing education credits will be provided.

The position supports the Regional Engineer and regional staff with water-right appropriations, applications, distribution systems, enforcement-related information, dam safety, permits, public inquiries, reports, and presentations. The role may be filled at Engineer I, II, or III level depending on qualifications. Candidates must reside in Utah. The position is in-office/on-site at 1594 West North Temple, Salt Lake City, Utah. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; 9- or 10-hour workdays are also an option. The role requires both independent and collaborative work, effective English communication, and the ability to perform office and field duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Engineer I: EIT certification or FE exam completion, or completion within the 12-month probationary period; alternatively, the candidate may graduate and pass the exam within that period.
• Engineer II: EIT certification or FE exam completion.
• Engineer III: Current Utah Professional Engineer license in accordance with Utah Code Annotated § 58-22.
• Demonstrated understanding of foundational engineering principles, mathematics, and technical analysis.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly in written reports and verbal presentations.
• Ability to perform field work, including outdoor dam and site inspections, with occasional local travel.
• Must reside within the state of Utah.
• Must communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing.
• Engineer I is an entry-level role requiring close supervision and limited engineering experience while performing engineering-related tasks.
• Engineer II incumbents have engineering work experience, are not licensed as Professional Engineers, and perform most assignments independently, with most work reviewed and approved by a licensed Engineer.
• Engineer III is a working-level role requiring minimal supervision and independent judgment in complex engineering situations.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Utah water law, administrative processes, water-right files, and statutory guidelines.
• Experience with, or aptitude for learning, computer-based river modeling programs and streamflow analysis.
• Basic knowledge of dam safety principles, structural and hydrologic inspection techniques, and stream alteration permitting.
• Skill in preparing formal administrative orders, legal descriptions of water rights, and technical inspection reports.
• Aptitude for assisting the public, answering inquiries, and making formal presentations to stakeholders and community groups.

Responsibilities

• Review water-right files, processes, policy guidelines, and statutes.
• Advise water users and assist public inquiry staff in preparing applications.
• Assist the Regional Engineer and direct regional staff in responsibilities related to appropriations.
• Assist in managing and supervising established distribution systems within the region and operate river modeling programs.
• Assist the Distribution Section, as requested, in preparing and verifying information related to ongoing water-right enforcement actions.
• Assist the State Engineer, Regional Engineer, and Dam Safety staff by performing dam inspections, writing inspection reports, and assessing stream alteration and dam permits as required.
• Assist the Regional Engineer in preparing, receiving, and processing applications.
• Attend presentations, review and compose written reports, and make public presentations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Draft Orders of the State Engineer describing water use, well locations, distribution, technical details, and special conditions for review and signature.
• Perform field work for dam inspections and proof reviews as needed.

Benefits

• Eligible for a full benefits package.
• Job stability through employment within a well-established organization.
• Career growth, skill development, and opportunities for leadership.
• Meaningful work that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive work environment emphasizing cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
• Work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level