What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer position at ironcounty?
Open date: 10/15/2026
Close date: 11/14/2026
Position: Engineering
Wage: $82,912.54 to $95,176.02 (Depending on qualifications and experience)
Full Time/ Benefits Eligible / Non-Career Service / Exempt Position
Job Summary: Plans, coordinates, directs and supervises projects, services and activities in the Iron County Engineering Department. Works under the supervision and direction of the Iron County Commission.
Qualifications Include: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field including course work in advanced math, surveying, engineering principles, computer aided design and construction; five (5) or more years of professional work experience performing professional civil engineering activities including two (2) or more years in a supervisory position. Must have and maintain professional licensing as Professional Engineer through the State of Utah.
Special Qualifications:
Must have and maintain a valid Utah Drivers License, in accordance with Iron County policy Section 30.
Must pass a criminal background check
Professional Engineer Licensing through the State of Utah
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of surveying, engineering and constructions principles and/or applications; advanced drafting and design applications and techniques; building codes, ADA requirements, local codes and safety regulations pertaining to construction; advanced mathematics, geometry and trigonometry applied in engineering calculations.
Skill in customer service and public relations; computer applications (i.e. computer aided design, mapping, surveying (COGO) applications, work processing, data entry, spreadsheet, etc.) and systems; reading, writing and interpersonal communication; analytical problem solving.
Ability to read specifications, blueprints, plat maps and construction plans; follow directions given both verbally and in writing; prioritize and organize multiple responsibilities; maintain cooperative working relationships; distill relevant and useful elements from vast amounts of information; communicate technical information effectively verbally and in writing; understand an follow broad objectives and instructions; work efficiently and meet established deadlines; work unsupervised and accept responsibility for actions; exercise initiative, independent judgment and to act resourcefully under varying conditions; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Please see attached job description for a more complete listing of duties and required skills and abilities.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
Must be able to pass an extensive pre-employment background screening
Salary : $82,913 - $95,176