Job Description

Civil Engineer 1 - Water and Wastewater Design

The Colorado Springs Utilities Water/Wastewater design team is looking for a Water Infrastructure Design engineer to assist with CAD drafting, design calculations, research, and development of basis of design reports, specifications, and construction drawings for water and wastewater system projects. This role supports all phases of project delivery—planning, research, design, drafting, and construction support within Colorado Springs Utilities’ Water/Wastewater Engineering Support team. Responsibilities include interpreting utility data, preparing design documents, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality water and wastewater infrastructure improvements.

A day in the life of an Engineer 1 may include:

• Providing advanced engineering support utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D software for utility design projects
• Preparing drawings of topographic maps, existing utility facilities, and proposed utility structures
• Ensuring conformance with established engineering practices, design criteria, construction methods, material standards, and safety codes
• Preparing and/or analyzing boundary survey maps and topographic maps using plan and profile survey data, FIMS (GIS) data, and historical records
• Preparing material lists and evaluating the appropriate application of materials on assigned projects
• Performing onsite field condition inspections to provide technical information for manuals, construction plans, and historical records verification
• Preparing drawings of plans, charts, maps, and schematics of utility facilities and structures
• Researching data and performing calculations for the design of water and wastewater mains

Preferred Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D (Preferred, but not required)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Software (Preferred, but not required)
• Process mechanical and building mechanical design drawing production - from 2D and 3D models (Preferred, but not required)
• General 3D solids modeling (Preferred, but not required)
• Building information modeling (BIM) (Preferred, but not required)

Why should you apply? As a member of the Engineering Support design team, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to use their technical skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment to design water infrastructure projects. This position will be responsible for all phases of design, from records research, stakeholder engagement, AutoCAD drafting, through construction support. This position will allow you to develop your technical design skills and advance your career under the guidance of dedicated engineers who are passionate about their service to this community

What will it take to be successful? The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering (or a comparable technical field). This individual will use critical thinking to extract information from multiple data sources and apply sound engineering judgement in each phase of the design process. The successful candidate should be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work as part of a diverse team. The ability to organize, track, and manage schedules and balance multiple projects is critical to this position. Individuals who exhibit effective communication skills, a professional demeanor, and flexibility will excel in this position. Candidates should be proficient at drafting construction documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D. Knowledge of ArcGIS is desirable but not required. A Fundamentals of Engineering certification is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (1/3 of the time), and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary only if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other criteria are met.
• Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions within an office working environment.

Who We Are...
Colorado Springs Utilities, a four-service utility provider with a 100-year reputation of integrity, gives you an experience unmatched by other utility companies. We continuously strive to stay ahead of the business curve with our established priority to update and incorporate state-of-the-art technology and provide a work culture dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and synergy. In fact, we were recently awarded the Diamond Designation from the American Public Power Association (APPA), recognizing our utility for having some of the highest ratings in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements among the more than 2,000 public utilities in the nation. Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is the perfect blend of mountain and city living. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, you will enjoy nature at its finest while residing in the sixth most desirable place to live in the United States (according to U.S. News & World Report, 2021).

Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

Time Off to Recharge

• Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
• Personal Leave –3 days per year
• Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
• Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
• Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually

Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month

• Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
• Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
• Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
• Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
• Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP

Financial & Retirement Security

• Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
• Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
• Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs

Additional Support

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness