Stryker Corporation
Engineer/Senior Engineer/Principal Engineer - Utilities Engineering
Stryker Corporation, Westminster, Colorado, United States, 80031
Position Purpose
This is a professional engineering position in the Department of Public Works and Utilities. The primary purpose is to safeguard public health and safety by providing safe, reliable drinking water and environmentally sound wastewater treatment and disposal services. The work consists of several roles:
Management of capital improvements projects involving water distribution systems, water treatment and storage facilities, pump stations, wastewater collection systems, wastewater treatment and lift station facilities, reclaimed water distribution systems, and reclaimed water treatment; development, coordination, project management, plan review, and construction inspection of utility capital improvement projects; major responsibilities include project management from master planning level design through project construction and implementation within defined schedules and budgets.
The Utilities Engineering Division works as a team to support Long Term Planning, Communications and Public Participation, and other activities as needed.
Work is under the direction of the Utilities Engineering Administrator, but with appreciable latitude for independent judgment and action for achievement of desired objectives. This position will require attendance at occasional evening meetings. An onboarding program is in place to provide training and acclimation to new staff.
Please note:
While this posting includes the full job description for the Engineer, Senior Engineer, and Principal Engineer levels, we are currently hiring only for the Senior Engineer level (2026 salary range will be $115,388 to $144,247 annually). Interested applicants should review the qualifications and responsibilities listed under the Senior Engineer section when assessing their fit for this opportunity. This role offers a clear path for future progression to the Principal Engineer level (2026 salary range will be $133,356 to $166,690 annually) based on business need, performance review, years of directly related experience required, and supervisor recommendation.
Requisition and Salary Requisition Number:
25-00248
Salary Range:
$91,797 to $164,713 annually
Closing Date:
Monday, December 22, 2025; 8:30 a.m.
Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications Required
Graduation from an accredited four (4)-year college or university with major course work in civil or environmental engineering or closely related field.
Must possess a valid driver's license, provide proof of a safe driving record, and maintain a safe driving record for continued employment.
Engineer: Experience in design, construction, and/or review of water/wastewater systems and facilities.
The ability to obtain Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) credential in less than six months.
Senior Engineer: Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in the design and construction of water/wastewater systems and facilities.
Minimum of five (5) years of development review experience related to water/wastewater systems and facilities.
Registration with the Colorado State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors as a professional engineer (P.E.) is required.
Preferred
Senior Engineer: Eight (8) or more years of experience in the design and construction of water/wastewater systems and facilities.
Significant experience working directly for a municipality or for a consulting firm providing services to a municipal government.
Master’s Degree in civil or environmental engineering or a related field.
Candidate will be hired as Senior Engineer. Progression from Senior Engineer to Principal Engineer is contingent upon a supervisor’s performance review with a recommendation and meeting the following requirements:
Meet all minimum requirements for Engineer and Senior Engineer.
Minimum of ten (10) years of directly related progressively responsible experience in water/wastewater project management.
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.
How to Apply A City of Westminster online employment application is required for this position and is due by 8:30 a.m., on the closing date. Apply online at: www.westminsterco.gov/jobs
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Management of capital improvements projects involving water distribution systems, water treatment and storage facilities, pump stations, wastewater collection systems, wastewater treatment and lift station facilities, reclaimed water distribution systems, and reclaimed water treatment; development, coordination, project management, plan review, and construction inspection of utility capital improvement projects; major responsibilities include project management from master planning level design through project construction and implementation within defined schedules and budgets.
The Utilities Engineering Division works as a team to support Long Term Planning, Communications and Public Participation, and other activities as needed.
Work is under the direction of the Utilities Engineering Administrator, but with appreciable latitude for independent judgment and action for achievement of desired objectives. This position will require attendance at occasional evening meetings. An onboarding program is in place to provide training and acclimation to new staff.
Please note:
While this posting includes the full job description for the Engineer, Senior Engineer, and Principal Engineer levels, we are currently hiring only for the Senior Engineer level (2026 salary range will be $115,388 to $144,247 annually). Interested applicants should review the qualifications and responsibilities listed under the Senior Engineer section when assessing their fit for this opportunity. This role offers a clear path for future progression to the Principal Engineer level (2026 salary range will be $133,356 to $166,690 annually) based on business need, performance review, years of directly related experience required, and supervisor recommendation.
Requisition and Salary Requisition Number:
25-00248
Salary Range:
$91,797 to $164,713 annually
Closing Date:
Monday, December 22, 2025; 8:30 a.m.
Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications Required
Graduation from an accredited four (4)-year college or university with major course work in civil or environmental engineering or closely related field.
Must possess a valid driver's license, provide proof of a safe driving record, and maintain a safe driving record for continued employment.
Engineer: Experience in design, construction, and/or review of water/wastewater systems and facilities.
The ability to obtain Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) credential in less than six months.
Senior Engineer: Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in the design and construction of water/wastewater systems and facilities.
Minimum of five (5) years of development review experience related to water/wastewater systems and facilities.
Registration with the Colorado State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors as a professional engineer (P.E.) is required.
Preferred
Senior Engineer: Eight (8) or more years of experience in the design and construction of water/wastewater systems and facilities.
Significant experience working directly for a municipality or for a consulting firm providing services to a municipal government.
Master’s Degree in civil or environmental engineering or a related field.
Candidate will be hired as Senior Engineer. Progression from Senior Engineer to Principal Engineer is contingent upon a supervisor’s performance review with a recommendation and meeting the following requirements:
Meet all minimum requirements for Engineer and Senior Engineer.
Minimum of ten (10) years of directly related progressively responsible experience in water/wastewater project management.
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.
How to Apply A City of Westminster online employment application is required for this position and is due by 8:30 a.m., on the closing date. Apply online at: www.westminsterco.gov/jobs
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