Trail Design Engineer

State of Utah Office of the Governor • Taylorsville, UT

1d • $46 - $72 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Trail Design Engineer, you will help build this program from the ground up. You’ll oversee trail design, support projects from concept to delivery, and help define the standards that will shape Utah’s trail system for decades.

Requirements

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Utah. Out-of-state licensees must obtain reciprocity with Utah prior to their official start date.
• A minimum of two (2) years of professional engineering experience following initial PE licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing project estimates and reviewing plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Experience working collaboratively on multidisciplinary project teams
• Experience using CAD tools (e.g., OpenRoads Designer, ConceptStation) and Excel for estimating
• Strong understanding of civil and transportation engineering principles
• Ability to guide design decisions and communicate technical concepts to a variety of stakeholders
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Lead development of concept-level trail designs and cost estimates to support project funding decisions statewide
• Serve as the Trails Division representative on UTN design projects, providing input at key milestones
• Partner with Central Divisions, Region teams, and external stakeholders (e.g., MPOs) to advance the UTN Master Plan
• Maintain and advance trail design standards that reflect best practices and local context
• Provide technical guidance and training to support consistent trail design across UDOT
• Support the growth and development of the Trails Division and UTN program through ideation and creative problem solving
• Conduct site visits of existing and proposed trail corridors on foot or by bike

Benefits

• Exceptional Health Coverage: We offer some of the most competitive medical premiums in the industry, including comprehensive family plans with very low out-of-pocket costs and HSA options.
• Retirement Choice: Flexibility between a 10% employer-paid 401(k) (no match required) or a Pension/401(k) Hybrid plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays per year plus 8 hours of combined leave (4 annual and 4 sick) accrued each pay period.
• Dental & Vision: Multiple high-quality plan options to fit your needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed