Roadway Design Engineer

Position: Roadway Design Engineer 4

FT/PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $45.53 - $72.25 Hourly Wage Remote Work/In-Office – In-Office/On-Site Recruiter – Michelle Boone | mboone1 Final date to receive applications – 4/29/2026

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is looking for a seasoned Roadway Design Engineer 4 (Engineer IV) to join our Region Two team in Salt Lake City.

Your Areas of Focus

In this role, you'll be the bridge between a vision and a finished road. You will:

Drive Project Excellence

• From Concept to Construction:
  You will lead the creation of high-quality, biddable plans, precise estimates, and technical specifications. Your involvement doesn't stop at the drawing board; you’ll provide critical design support throughout the entire construction phase to ensure project success.
• Visionary Planning:
  You will draft the concept reports that serve as the foundation for Utah’s future transportation network.

Champion Quality & Mentorship

• Elevate the Team:
  As a senior engineer, you will mentor and train the next generation of talent, sharing your expertise to help others grow.
• Technical Stewardship:
  You’ll perform vital QA/QC reviews for other transportation projects, ensuring every design meets our rigorous safety and quality standards.
• Consultant Integration:
  You will work side-by-side with Project Managers to guide consultant teams, ensuring their work aligns perfectly with Department standards and procedures.

Lead Innovation & Research

• Explore the Cutting Edge:
  You will be our "eyes and ears" for the future, researching emerging technologies and processes through organizations like the TRB and NCHRP to bring world-class solutions to UDOT.
• Continuous Improvement:
  You won't just follow the rules—you’ll help write them. You will identify areas for improvement, develop implementation plans, and refine our official Standards, Special Provisions, and Manuals of Instruction (MOIs).

Collaborate & Connect

• Building Bridges:
  You will act as a key liaison between industry partners, regional teams, and functional groups to ensure our projects are effective, applicable, and supported by all stakeholders.
• Expert Coordination:
  Partner with technical experts to diagnose challenges and oversee the implementation of modern engineering solutions across the state.

The Essentials

The final role and salary will be determined based on your professional licensure and and years of experience.

Roadway Design Engineer 4 (Engineer IV) | $45.53 – $72.25

• Valid Utah Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum of two years of post-licensure experience.
• Must meet the skills and knowledge requirements outlined in the Roadway Design Engineer Career Path Guide (RDECPG) .

Roadway Design Engineer 3 (Engineer III) | $37.46 – $60.77

• Entry-level for the RDE Career Path.
• Valid Utah Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum of one year of post-licensure experience.

Engineer II | $34.39 – $57.57

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Minimum of two years of post-graduate engineering experience.

About

The Role

Location – 2010 S 2760 W, Salt Lake City

Background Check Required – Yes

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Join Our Team!

A Mission That Matters – At UDOT, our mission is to “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.

Our Culture and Values – We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!

The Agency

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EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact  .#J-18808-Ljbffr