Statewide Hydraulics & Drainage Engineer

Full Job Description

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a technical expert to lead our Statewide Hydraulics and Drainage program. In this role, you will serve as the primary authority on drainage design across the state. You will work with a high degree of independence, overseeing all central hydraulic activities and ensuring our infrastructure is resilient and efficient.

Key Responsibilities
As the Statewide Engineer, your duties will include:

• Technical Authority: Serving as the lead expert for all UDOT hydraulic and drainage information.
• Policy Management: Updating and maintaining official Division Manuals and design standards.
• Bridge Safety: Providing expert guidance on bridge scour projects and serving on the bridge scour rating committee.
• Strategic Planning: Directing the design of drainage and stormwater systems for various UDOT projects.
• Research & Innovation: Evaluating new research findings to see if they can be integrated into UDOT's standards.
• Collaboration: Working with other departments and government agencies to protect UDOT assets and advocate for functional drainage systems.
• Mentorship: Providing training to UDOT staff and participating in on-site field visits when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications
To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Utah.
• Must have at least two (2) years of engineering experience following your PE licensure.

Preferences
Preference may be given to those with at least one of the following:

• At least four (4) years of experience in hydraulic design and bridge scour analysis, specifically on roadway and structure projects.
• Experience with the UDOT project delivery process.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
To be successful in this role, you should possess:

• Process Expertise: A solid understanding of UDOT’s Project Development, permitting and application, project delivery system, and QC/QA processes.
• Leadership: The ability to manage team tasks and coordinate complex activities across different departments.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written skills, with the ability to give and receive clear directions in a team setting.

Why Should You Join Our Team?

The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work, this is the right place for you.

Our mission statement is, “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and Strong Economy.

We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want, when they want, in the way they want -- and we make sure they can do it safely.

You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these are your values too, you'll be a great fit.

Aside from working for a cause-driven, cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation, you will receive great health and retirement benefits.

Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance. Click here to view a summary of the benefits we offer.

The Agency

UDOT is a strengths-based organization, which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths.

Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions.

Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying.

UDOT uses the Clifton Strengths Assessment, but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online, and no formal assessment is required.

For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation, please click here.