ENGINEER III or IV Job Saint George area,Utah USA,Engineering

Position: ENGINEER III or IV (FULL TIME)

Salary and Benefits

Engineer III Salary: $81,157-$101,446 (SR-69)

Individuals hired in this position have the opportunity to progress up to $121,735/year, which is the maximum salary for this position as of December 2025.

Engineer IV Salary: $87,397-$109,246 (SR-72)

Individuals hired in this position have the opportunity to progress up to $131,095/year, which is the maximum salary for this position as of December 2025.

Benefits:
Full City Benefits Package. The City of St. George covers 100% of the premiums for the High Deductible health plan for full-time employees and their qualified dependents. New hires also receive 2 weeks of vacation time during their first year of employment. To find out more about our benefits package, please visit our website ityutah.gov.

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Chief Energy Services Engineer, performs a variety of skilled technical tasks related to the engineering of Energy Services projects for the City of St. George. Conducts power system designs that are development related. Work involved application of technical knowledge and independent judgment in design, drafting, use of CAD software, use of GIS software, use of electrical system modeling software, , preparation of right-of-ways and legal descriptions, field management, construction, and inspection work.(Essential

functions, as defined under the Americans with Disability Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

Conducts development related power designs as major job function. Reviews plans submitted to the Joint Utility Committee. Reviews Net Metering Applications (Rooftop Solar), Maintains database of approved designed projects, drawings, maps easements, agreements, deeds, and right-of-ways.

Consults with Chief Energy Services Engineer as needed.

Meets with developers, engineers, and contractors. Prepares power designs based on meeting information.

Drafts and designs plans for Energy Services projects using topographical profiles, related maps, and charts. Plots maps and charts illustrating field and calculated engineering data and designs.

Calculates field quantities, measurements, and property descriptions and determines specifications according to standard accepted engineering principles and city standards.

Prepares engineering drawings using computer software. Operates computer hardware and software, plotter, , reproduction machines, calculators, GPS, and related equipment.

Meets with landowners and local, state, and federal government officials to obtain easements and right-of-ways. Compares in-ground assets with easement locations and proposes solutions to discrepancies. Reviews plans of all new developments and projects to make sure proper drainage and utility easements have been provided.

Performs basic electrical engineering calculations to determine transformer, conductor, and other electrical equipment sizing.

May serve as city representative to coordinate with agencies, contractors, or the public to evaluate and resolve engineering related problems. Investigates problems and complaints throughout the city and proposes engineering solutions under the supervision of the Chief Energy Services Engineer.

Assists the Chief Energy Services Engineer with projects, and handles inquiries or concerns in the Chief Energy Services Engineer’s absence.

Reviews complex plans and assures completed designs follow city standards, codes, and engineering principles.

Assists in developing and maintaining the current power system model. Calibrates models to match actual conditions.

Models impacts of future development on the existing power system.

Performs other related duties as required.

Typical Physical/Mental Demands/Working Conditions

Work is performed indoors in an engineering office environment and outdoors in field conditions involving heavy traffic, steep terrain, and a variety of weather conditions. Required to push, pull, or lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds both short and long distances. Requires working positions…