Colorado Springs Utilities
Senior Water Infrastructure Engineer - Dams & Water Systems (Engineer IV)
Colorado Springs Utilities, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80901
Senior Water Infrastructure Engineer - Dams & Water Systems (Engineer IV)
Are you a seasoned civil or structural engineer with a passion for water infrastructure and dam safety? Join Colorado Springs Utilities as a Senior Water Infrastructure Engineer (Engineer IV) and play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and safety of our community's water systems. You'll lead and participate in efforts to assess, maintain, and improve key assets such as dams, pump stations, pipelines, and storage facilities. This position is eligible for relocation assistance. As a senior member of the Operations Engineering Group, you will: Lead condition assessment and asset management programs for critical water infrastructure, including dams, embankments, spillways, conduits, storage facilities, and pump stations Serve as a technical expert in dam safety, hydrology/hydraulics, and regulatory compliance while assisting the Chief Dam Safety Engineer (CDSE) Participate in the development and management of rehabilitation, repair, and replacement projects from concept through execution Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to ensure high-quality project delivery Support emergency action planning and operational strategies for water systems Apply knowledge of Colorado State Engineer's Dam Safety Rules and FERC regulations in coordination with the CDSE Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and support staff Key Focus Areas: Champion a world-class safety culture across all engineering activities Draft scopes of work and review technical submittals for condition assessment and sustainment projects Coordinate with planning and delivery teams to prioritize and implement capital and maintenance projects Contribute to the development of policies, standards, and long-term infrastructure strategies Utilize decision analysis tools to support asset management and investment planning Who You Are: Strong collaborator who is open to the sharing of knowledge and technical growth of team and internal customers Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or related Engineering field from an ABET-accredited university is REQUIRED Solid, demonstrated hands-on progressive engineering experience, with a strong focus on dams, water infrastructure, and asset management Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain within 3 months Skills: Deep understanding of dam safety, hydrology/hydraulics, and water infrastructure systems Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD or GIS experience is a plus Ability to work in both office and field environments, including remote watershed locations Strong public speaking skills and the ability to teach workshops related to dams, emergency response, water systems, and related critical infrastructure Additional Requirements: A valid unrestricted driver's license and ability to travel to remote sites is required for this role Willingness to work independently and collaboratively across multiple teams Commitment to public service and infrastructure resilience The military job codes/duty codes most closely related to this role are: 120A, 12A, 51S, 881A, 32E1, 32E2, 32E3, 32E4, 32EX, 5311, 5904, 5310, 122, 5960, 8004, 144, 1301, 1302, 1310, 2070, 6004, 6005, 9620, 9622, 9624, 9626, 9630, 9631, 9632 Who We Are: One of the largest four-service public utilities in the nation (over 500,000 customers) A national leader in reliability (power on an average of 99.991% of the time) Diamond Designation recipient from the American Public Power Association
a utility sector leader in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements 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 do not 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
Because everybody needs time off to recharge Vacation
New employees accrue 13 days of paid time off to start, while our more tenured employees accrue 24 days per year Personal Leave
3 days per year of personal leave Paid Holidays
12 paid holidays per year Sick Leave
Accrue 12 days of sick leave annually for those days when you or a family member is feeling under the weather Vacation Buy
Purchase up to 40 hours of additional vacation time Pension Plan
Looking forward to a comfortable lifestyle once you're done working? The Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) provides you with retirement benefits and peace of mind when you retire Medical
Select from three comprehensive medical plans, starting at $0 per month. Employees also enjoy access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA). (effective the 1st of the month following your start date) Wellness Program
Voluntary wellness program that allows you and your spouse to each earn up to $500 to use towards healthcare expenses, $100 in Visa gift cards, and up to $400 in gym membership reimbursements Dental
Select from two dental plans, with in-network PPO preventive care covered at 100% and access to orthodontia coverage (effective the 1st of the month following your start date) Vision
Voluntary plan that covers full vision care services and discounts on LASIK eye surgery (effective the 1st of the month following your start date) Retirement Saving Programs
Supplement your pension plan with voluntary retirement programs such as the PERAPlus 401(k) and MissionSquare's Roth IRA and 457 plans Disability Coverage
Short-Term (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance available for purchase (effective the 1st of the month following your start date) Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Makes the going a little easier by aiding with mental health, stress management, work-life balance, financial and legal matters, and much more Long-Term Care Insurance (LTC)
Whether it's due to an accident or a serious illness, LTC insurance is available for purchase to help you and your loved ones (effective the 1st of the month following your start date) Life Insurance
Company-paid life insurance and supplemental coverage available (effective the 1st of the month following your start date) Tuition Reimbursement
Employees are eligible to receive up to $5,250 annually for Tuition Reimbursement Qualifying Public Service Employer
Payments made towards student loans may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Are you a seasoned civil or structural engineer with a passion for water infrastructure and dam safety? Join Colorado Springs Utilities as a Senior Water Infrastructure Engineer (Engineer IV) and play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and safety of our community's water systems. You'll lead and participate in efforts to assess, maintain, and improve key assets such as dams, pump stations, pipelines, and storage facilities. This position is eligible for relocation assistance. As a senior member of the Operations Engineering Group, you will: Lead condition assessment and asset management programs for critical water infrastructure, including dams, embankments, spillways, conduits, storage facilities, and pump stations Serve as a technical expert in dam safety, hydrology/hydraulics, and regulatory compliance while assisting the Chief Dam Safety Engineer (CDSE) Participate in the development and management of rehabilitation, repair, and replacement projects from concept through execution Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to ensure high-quality project delivery Support emergency action planning and operational strategies for water systems Apply knowledge of Colorado State Engineer's Dam Safety Rules and FERC regulations in coordination with the CDSE Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and support staff Key Focus Areas: Champion a world-class safety culture across all engineering activities Draft scopes of work and review technical submittals for condition assessment and sustainment projects Coordinate with planning and delivery teams to prioritize and implement capital and maintenance projects Contribute to the development of policies, standards, and long-term infrastructure strategies Utilize decision analysis tools to support asset management and investment planning Who You Are: Strong collaborator who is open to the sharing of knowledge and technical growth of team and internal customers Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or related Engineering field from an ABET-accredited university is REQUIRED Solid, demonstrated hands-on progressive engineering experience, with a strong focus on dams, water infrastructure, and asset management Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain within 3 months Skills: Deep understanding of dam safety, hydrology/hydraulics, and water infrastructure systems Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD or GIS experience is a plus Ability to work in both office and field environments, including remote watershed locations Strong public speaking skills and the ability to teach workshops related to dams, emergency response, water systems, and related critical infrastructure Additional Requirements: A valid unrestricted driver's license and ability to travel to remote sites is required for this role Willingness to work independently and collaboratively across multiple teams Commitment to public service and infrastructure resilience The military job codes/duty codes most closely related to this role are: 120A, 12A, 51S, 881A, 32E1, 32E2, 32E3, 32E4, 32EX, 5311, 5904, 5310, 122, 5960, 8004, 144, 1301, 1302, 1310, 2070, 6004, 6005, 9620, 9622, 9624, 9626, 9630, 9631, 9632 Who We Are: One of the largest four-service public utilities in the nation (over 500,000 customers) A national leader in reliability (power on an average of 99.991% of the time) Diamond Designation recipient from the American Public Power Association
a utility sector leader in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements 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 do not 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
Because everybody needs time off to recharge Vacation
New employees accrue 13 days of paid time off to start, while our more tenured employees accrue 24 days per year Personal Leave
3 days per year of personal leave Paid Holidays
12 paid holidays per year Sick Leave
Accrue 12 days of sick leave annually for those days when you or a family member is feeling under the weather Vacation Buy
Purchase up to 40 hours of additional vacation time Pension Plan
Looking forward to a comfortable lifestyle once you're done working? The Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) provides you with retirement benefits and peace of mind when you retire Medical
Select from three comprehensive medical plans, starting at $0 per month. Employees also enjoy access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA). (effective the 1st of the month following your start date) Wellness Program
Voluntary wellness program that allows you and your spouse to each earn up to $500 to use towards healthcare expenses, $100 in Visa gift cards, and up to $400 in gym membership reimbursements Dental
Select from two dental plans, with in-network PPO preventive care covered at 100% and access to orthodontia coverage (effective the 1st of the month following your start date) Vision
Voluntary plan that covers full vision care services and discounts on LASIK eye surgery (effective the 1st of the month following your start date) Retirement Saving Programs
Supplement your pension plan with voluntary retirement programs such as the PERAPlus 401(k) and MissionSquare's Roth IRA and 457 plans Disability Coverage
Short-Term (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance available for purchase (effective the 1st of the month following your start date) Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Makes the going a little easier by aiding with mental health, stress management, work-life balance, financial and legal matters, and much more Long-Term Care Insurance (LTC)
Whether it's due to an accident or a serious illness, LTC insurance is available for purchase to help you and your loved ones (effective the 1st of the month following your start date) Life Insurance
Company-paid life insurance and supplemental coverage available (effective the 1st of the month following your start date) Tuition Reimbursement
Employees are eligible to receive up to $5,250 annually for Tuition Reimbursement Qualifying Public Service Employer
Payments made towards student loans may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program