**Water Infrastructure Planning Engineer IV** Job Type: **Engineering/Engineering Support** Pay Range **$137,780 to $162,093** Location **Colorado Springs, CO** Date First Posted **2/6/25** Applications are being accepted through: 2/21/25 _*If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted._ **Water Infrastructure Planning Engineer IV** *This job is eligible for relocation assistance to aid with the costs associated with moving to the Colorado Springs area The Water Infrastructure Planning Section of Colorado Springs Utilities’ System Planning and Delivery Division is seeking to fill a position for an Engineer IV. This position will be dedicated to water infrastructure planning to support current and future infrastructure needs for supply development, raw water, water treatment, distribution, and nonpotable systems to support Colorado Springs Utilities. **Responsibilities include:** + Conduct conceptual and preliminary engineering and design analysis of various infrastructure improvement projects to support infrastructure replacement and rehabilitation, new infrastructure, changes in operations, and technology updates to ensure required Levels of Service to support raw, treated, potable, and nonpotable infrastructure systems + Subject matter expertise and/or high working knowledge in two or more areas of planning, design, construction, and operation of water resources and civil infrastructure that encompass: hydrology, hydraulics, conveyance (open and closed systems), storage reservoirs (zoned fill and lined embankment dams, etc.) and tanks (steel and concrete ground and elevated tanks), creek and river diversions, water treatment, pumping facilities, distribution and transmission mains, and nonpotable systems and appurtenances + State of the practice use of software applications and technologies to support the above areas of working knowledge such as ArcGIS, AutoCAD, BlueBeam, InfoWater (EPA Net), EPA SWWM, Bently Hammer, HEC-HMS, and data analysis/analytics + Develop, implement, review, and evaluate engineering and alternative studies, conceptual and preliminary designs related to water resource development, infrastructure, and operations and may include facility and site layout, routing studies, stream geomorphology, sediment transport, planning level cost estimating and life cycle cost analysis, proof of concept, pilot projects and testing + Analyze reports, data, historical records, environmental conditions, regulatory requirements, risk analysis, and condition assessments to determine their impact on Colorado Springs Utilities’ water system operations, planning efforts, and water supply development activities + Analyze potential impacts and opportunities on Colorado Springs Utilities’ existing and future water infrastructure, operations, and water rights portfolio to effectively meet current and future level of service goals + Develop and recommend best practices, as they relate to water infrastructure planning, water system operations, water system integration, risk mitigation, asset management, or other related subject areas + Conduct various aspects of program and project management including scope of work development, soliciting and reviewing proposals, overseeing contractors and consultants, conducting briefings, budget planning, scheduling, and facilitating procurement and contracting + Represent Colorado Springs Utilities while building and maintaining collaborative interagency relationships and projects by interacting with project partners, state and federal agencies, legislative bodies, and leadership from across the state + Collaborating within Colorado Springs Utilities work groups, teams, and committees to champion Water Infrastructure Planning values and mission including members from Wastewater Infrastructure Planning, Operations Technical Services, System Field Operations, Plants Department, Water Construction & Maintenance, Environmental Services, Engineering and Design Department, and Project and Program Department. The candidate will also work closely with staff from Water Resource Management, including Administration & Conveyance, Water Conservation and Demand Management, Watershed Planning, and other sections and divisions within Colorado Springs Utilities **Why should you apply?** If you have demonstrated experience developing and implementing infrastructure solutions to address the new and aging infrastructure needs in our industry, the ability to understand and synthesize the complexities of developing our infrastructure needs to support and maintain water supply development and infrastructure, water treatment, distribution, and nonpotable systems, are familiar with the principals of engineering and design, project management, internal and external stakeholder engagement, engineering standards of care, and enjoy problem-solving in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! This position will provide you the opportunity to work with a wide variety of stakeholders across organizational boundaries to manage, prioritize, and execute projects and assignments. **What a career at Colorado Springs Utilities can offer you...** Nestled at the base of Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs is the perfect blend of mountain and city living. Colorado Springs boasts breathtaking scenery, abundant recreation activities, and diverse populations. With the race to meet the challenges of new and aging infrastructure needs, this is an opportunity to participate in solution-based, innovative actions with one of the largest municipal water providers in the state. Our employees enjoy the satisfaction of fulfilling work that impacts our citizen owners and community. + As a community-owned enterprise for over 100 years, we offer the stability of providing a required service and commodity for our community + We are a diverse team of professionals who take pride in delivering exceptional service to our community through new and innovative technologies + We understand employees have competing priorities. That is why we have created an environment that embraces teamwork and values the work/life balance of our employees + Flexibility for a 2-day per week work-from-home schedule **Join a diverse team of high performers who take pride in delivering exceptional service to our community!** **What will it take to be successful?** A Bachelor of Science or postgraduate degree from an ABET-accredited institution in Civil, Environmental, Water Resource, Mechanical Engineering, or related disciplines with demonstrated experience in the water infrastructure is required. The ideal candidate will have 10 years or more at an Engineer III or higher or Senior Project Engineer level experience related to the above responsibilities. Strong interpersonal skills are equally important. Graduate education will be considered for employment experience. A Professional Colorado Engineering License or ability to test (or reciprocity) within 6 months of the hire date is required. Experience and knowledge of state-of-practice engineering analysis, methods, technology, and tools are preferred. A valid driver’s license is required. **Additional requirements:** The City of Colorado Springs owns and operates an extensive water collection and transmission system that extends across the Arkansas River, Colorado River, and South Platte basins spanning eleven counties in Colorado. As a result, some travel is required to attend meetings, conduct fieldwork in remote watersheds, or participate in regional committees and work groups. Although most of the work is sedentary in nature, the employee may occasionally be required to perform light to moderate physical activity (e.g., walking, hiking, lifting, bending over, etc.) to support project activities. **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 $10.00 a month. Employees also enjoy access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) + 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 + Vision – Voluntary plan that covers full vision care services and discounts on LASIK eye surgery + 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 + 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 + Life Insurance – Company-paid life insurance and supplemental coverage available + 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 **_ATTENTION_** **_:_** + _All positions will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days._ + _Starting pay will be determined within the posted pay range based on the experience, education, and training of the successful candidate; if there is a single pay rate posted, the job starts at that rate._ + _Colorado Springs Utilities does not sponsor work visas of any kind (including but not limited to H-1B, TN, or F-1 student visas with an OPT extension)._ **_Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States._** **Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.** Our differences make us richer. Learning and growing from one another makes us more than what we were. We want our workforce to be as diverse as our business and recognize the limitless benefits of this commitment. Our desire is to have the organization reflect the diversity of the Pikes Peak Region. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, it is our commitment that no person shall be unlawfully discriminated against because of race, color, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, religious convictions, veteran status, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Affirmative Action is Colorado Springs Utilities’ effort to ensure positive steps are taken to have a representative workforce reflective of the relevant available labor force. For more information regarding applicant rights, visit https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm **Accessibility Accommodations** . If you are an individual with a disability or disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us at accessibility@csu.org or by calling 719-668-7500. This option is reserved for individuals who are unable to use or require assistance with the online tools as the result of a disability and is not intended for other purposes. **E-Verify and Right to Work Notice** . Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Colorado Springs Utilities participates in E-Verify. For more information on your rights and responsibilities as an applicant, please visit: http://coloradospringsutilities.jobs/applicants-rights-and-responsibilities/ . If you have a legal right to work in the United States, there are laws to protect you against discrimination in the workplace. You should know that no employer can deny you a job or fire you because of your national origin. Unless mandated by law or government contract, employers cannot require you to be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident or refuse any legally acceptable documents. If any of these things have happened to you, you may have a valid charge of discrimination that can be filed with the OSC. Contact the OSC for assistance in your own language. Call 1-800-255-7688. TDD for the hearing impaired is 1-800-237-2515. In the Washington, D.C., area, please call 202-616-5594, TDD 202-616-5525 Or write to: U.S. Department of Justice Office of Special Counsel NYA 950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, DC 20530. **Have a question?** If you have a question about a position or need assistance from a recruiter, email us at csurecruiting@csu.org or call 719-668-7500. Job Type: Engineering/Engineering Support