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City of Seguin

Utilities Engineer

Seguin, TX · On-site

$48.82/hr

Professional/Utility Engineer Date Posted: 3/27/2026 Location: City of Seguin UTILITIES ENGINEER PAY GROUP: U22 City of Seguin Pay Schedule SUMMARY OF POSITION: Provides engineering support to all ...

City of Seguin

Senior Utilities Engineer

Seguin, TX · On-site

$92K - $127K/yr

Professional/Utility Engineer Date Posted: 6/23/2026 Location: City of Seguin SENIOR UTILITY ENGINEER PAY GROUP: U25 City of Seguin Pay Schedules SUMMARY OF POSITION: Provides engineering support to ...

Cook Children's

Utility Engineer

Fort Worth, TX

The Utility Engineer is a member of the Facilities team responsible for operating, maintaining, and ... on equivalent professional experience. This status is specific to the current role and level ...

RailPros

Utility Engineer

Irving, TX · On-site

The Utility Engineer acquires limited knowledge and develops basic skills in this position. They ... Professional Development: Opportunities for training and career growth. * Balanced Work Environment:

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City of Seguin

Utilities Engineer

Seguin, TX · On-site

$48.82/hr

Demonstrated knowledge of: professional engineering design, field and utility operations. Excellent working knowledge of and ability to: apply general management principals; and interpret and ...

Trilon Group

Utilities Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$105K - $150K/yr

Professional Engineering License * Minimum of 5 years of experience in the transportation utility engineering, design or construction related fields * Ability to manage engineering, design or ...

Horrocks

Utilities Engineer

Houston, TX

$105K - $150K/yr

Professional Engineering License * Minimum of 5 years of experience in the transportation utility engineering, design or construction related fields * Ability to manage engineering, design or ...

Trilon

Utilities Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Professional Engineering License * Minimum of 5 years of experience in the transportation utility engineering, design or construction related fields * Ability to manage engineering, design or ...

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What is the difference between Professional Utility Engineer vs Utility Engineer?

AspectProfessional Utility EngineerUtility Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a Professional Engineer (PE) license, engineering degree, and relevant experienceMay or may not require PE license; often an engineering degree or technical background
Work EnvironmentDesign, plan, and oversee utility infrastructure projects, often in consulting or engineering firmsOperate, maintain, and troubleshoot utility systems within utility companies or infrastructure projects
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by engineering firms, consulting agencies, and regulatory bodiesCommonly employed by utility companies, municipal agencies, and infrastructure operators

While both roles involve utility systems, a Professional Utility Engineer typically focuses on design, planning, and regulatory compliance, often requiring a PE license. Utility Engineers are more involved in operational tasks, maintenance, and system management within utility companies. The choice depends on whether the focus is on engineering design or system operation.

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Utilities Engineer

Utilities Engineer

City of Seguin

Seguin, TX • On-site

$48.82/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Position Type:
Professional/Utility Engineer
Date Posted:
3/27/2026
Location:
City of Seguin
Job Description: UTILITIES ENGINEER
PAY GROUP: U22
City of Seguin Pay Schedule
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Provides engineering support to all Utility Capital improvement projects. Participates in utility project management for construction projects to include: water,/ wastewater, and electric, review of plans and contract documents, contract negotiations and administration, quality assurance, negotiation of change orders, preparation of cost estimates, monitoring of work progress and review of plans to ensure conformance with City requirements. The Utility Engineer will work closely with consulting engineering firms during development of construction documents, evaluation of bid submittals and administration of the project. This position will also participate in identifying and planning future utility projects.
Essential Duties*
  • Works closely with Department Directors and Senior Utilities Engineer to develop Utility capital improvement projects;
  • Works closely with consulting engineers in project planning, organizing, and management;
  • Participates in the management and inspections of water, sewer, and electric utilities related projects;
  • Inspects city facilities and work crews in the field to ensure that assignments are being carried out properly and that work quality and safety standards are being maintained;
  • Inspects utility capital improvement projects for completeness and quality of work and compliance with mandated standards;
  • Responds to citizen requests;
  • Participates in the City's GIS/GPS mapping system development and maintenance;
  • Assures that adequate departmental activities records are maintained and that appropriate periodic and special reports are prepared and distributed;
  • Provides guidance and problem-solving in field situations; Reviews plans for City utility projects;
  • Assists the in calculating utility impact fees;
  • Oversees construction projects including requests for proposals, receiving bids, recommending successful bidder, contract compliance, approval for pay requests, and project acceptance;
  • Assists in developing and updating a Five-Year Utility Capital Improvement Plan;

Other Important Duties*
Performs such other duties as may be assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrated knowledge of: professional engineering design, field and utility operations.
Excellent working knowledge of and ability to: apply general management principals; and interpret and communicate to others rules, regulations, and guidelines prepared by state and federal agencies on a variety of programs.
Knowledge of: budget procedures and practices and contract management.
Ability to: recognize, evaluate, and respond adequately to a variety of policy issues faced by the city; communicate and evaluate a variety of data and to make sound decisions regarding those data as they apply to providing services; successfully establish working relationships with other city employees and with the general public; and maintain appropriate necessary certifications.
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
High school graduation, or its equivalent, and a civil engineering degree, plus at least three years of experience specifically in the utility engineering (water, wastewater, electric) / project management field;
or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. State of Texas Class C driver's license or available alternate means of transportation.
For full job description click on the attachment
-Starting Salary: $48.82/hour
- Position Will Remain Open Until Filled
-The City of Seguin is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" (AA/EOE)
* For the purpose of compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description does not take into account potential reasonable accommodations.
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  • Utilities Engineer 3-17-2026.docx

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