Civil Engineer

Company: Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District
Location: West Jordan
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Do you have an interest in working to provide reliable access to safe drinking water to over 750,000 people in Salt Lake County through sustainable water management and innovative engineering solutions? If so, the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District (JVWCD) has a civil engineering position that may be a good fit for you. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a soon-to-be graduate eager to make your mark, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in Civil Engineering while tackling real-world challenges. Why Work with JVWCD? Impactful and Fulfilling Work: Design and manage projects that support growing water demands, enhance water quality, and plan for future generations. Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience in planning, designing, and implementing water infrastructure projects. Innovation and Sustainability: Work on cutting-edge solutions in water resource management. Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team of dedicated Professional Engineers and water professionals. Key Responsibilities: Design, plan, and oversee culinary water infrastructure projects, including pipelines, reservoirs, and treatment facilities. Conduct analyses, develop solutions, and implement plans for water resource management, protection of assets, and conservation. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, engineering firms, contractors, and stakeholders to support the delivery of a variety of projects from their inception to final completion. Prepare technical reports, develop budgets, and perform easement awareness. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. What We're Looking For: This position may be filled at one of three levels, depending upon the candidate's education, experience, and qualifications. The levels are: Civil Engineer (Staff Engineer): Pay Grade N $73,835 to $114,444/per year Registered Engineer: Pay Grade P $86,036 to $137,658/per year Senior Engineer: Pay Grade Q $93,779 to $150,047/per year For Experienced Engineers: A bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field (master's degree a plus). Professional Engineering (PE) license or the ability to obtain one within a set timeframe. Proven experience in water resources, infrastructure design, or a related field. Background in long-range planning is a plus. For Students and Recent Graduates: A bachelor's degree in progress (graduation on or before May 2026) or recently earned in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field. Enthusiasm for tackling complex challenges under the direction of professional engineer. Internship or project experience in a relevant field is a plus but not required. What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for continuing education and professional development. A chance to contribute to impactful, meaningful, and rewarding projects which the community relies upon every day. A flexible schedule and a great work life balance. If you're ready to apply your skills and passion to help us ensure the current and future water needs of the Salt Lake Valley are met, we want to hear from you! Submit your application and let's see if we are a good fit. Applicants who are selected for employment with our organization may be subject to a background check and drug screening as a condition of employment. The background check may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, education and employment verification, and credit history. The drug screening may test for illegal drugs and controlled substances. By submitting an application, you agree to consent to these screening processes if you are selected for employment. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon satisfactory completion of the background check and drug screening. Refusal to consent or unsatisfactory results may result in the withdrawal of the job offer or termination of employment. Please note that our organization complies with all applicable laws regarding background checks and drug screening, and we will use this information only for employment-related purposes. We maintain strict confidentiality of all personal information obtained during the screening process. If you have any questions about our background check and drug screening policies or the screening process itself, please feel free to contact us. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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