Field Engineer

Field Engineer

FT/PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $37.46 - $60.77 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Michelle Boone | mboone1@utah.gov
Application Deadline – 6/1/2026

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a Professional Engineer to join our dynamic Region Two construction team.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitoring consultant CEM teams and their construction projects.
• Working in a team to meet quality, scope, schedule, budget, and safety requirements on assigned projects.
• Performing field inspections.
• Reviewing submittals, change orders, plans and specifications.
• Writing or drafting technical reports, articles or related material based on research, investigation or analysis.
• Working with the public who may be impacted by the projects.
• Working with CEM teams, UDOT Project Managers, and contractors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
What You'll Bring to the Team:

• Licensure: You are a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Utah (or have the ability to obtain one per Utah Code 58-22).
• Field Expertise: You have some experience in heavy civil construction, and you are excited to learn how plans and specifications get translated into the real world.
• Digital Proficiency: You’re comfortable navigating the tools of the trade, including CADD and other design software.
• Relationship Management: You’re a "people person" who excels at navigating the UDOT partnering process, building trust with contractors, and communicating clearly with the public.
• Strategic Problem Solving: You enjoy the challenge of identifying and solving project issues in a fast paced environment.
• Mentoring: You enjoy sharing your knowledge and helping the next generation of engineers grow.

Preference may be given to applicants who:

• have at least one year of experience in the construction or materials field.
• are current UDOT employees.

The position may be filled at the Engineer II level (salary range $34.39 - $57.57) for applicants without a Professional Engineer (PE) license in Utah. Engineer II candidates will need:

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering and
• Proof of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) and
• Completed at least two years of post-graduate experience (a Master's degree in a related field may be considered for one year post-graduate experience).

About the Role

Location –
2010 S 2760 W
Salt Lake City, UT, 84104
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

A Mission That Matters – At UDOT, our mission is to “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.

Our Culture and Values – We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!

The Agency

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

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.