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Sehinc

Senior Trail Civil Engineer/ Project Manager

You belong at SEH SEH is currenting searching for a Senior Trail Civil Engineer/ Project Manager to join our talented Civil team! Why our employee-owners love SEH: * "I was on vacation last week and ...

Mille Lacs County, MN

Assistant County Engineer

Milaca, MN · On-site +1

$80K - $104K/yr

Plans, directs, and coordinates all County road, bridge, ditch, park, and trail engineering; construction; and maintenance projects. This is a non-union position. Complete 2026 pay scale is $80,142 ...

Mille Lacs County

Assistant County Engineer

Milaca, MN · On-site +1

$80K - $104K/yr

Plans, directs, and coordinates all County road, bridge, ditch, park, and trail engineering; construction; and maintenance projects. This is a non-union position. Complete 2026 pay scale is $80,142 ...

Alpha Corporation

Trail/Roadway Inspector

Damascus, VA · On-site

$28.85 - $32/hr

Alpha has been performing civil engineering design services since the firm's inception. Our vision ... Inspect earthwork, grading, trail surfacing, drainage improvements, culverts, and retaining ...

Alpha

Trail/Roadway Inspector

Damascus, VA · On-site

$28.85 - $32/hr

Alpha has been performing civil engineering design services since the firms inception. Our vision ... Inspect earthwork, grading, trail surfacing, drainage improvements, culverts, and retaining ...

SKYLAND TRAIL

Clinical Administrative Assistant

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

... of clinical programming. This position coordinates client and staff schedules, manages clinical ... Skyland Trail is a nonprofit mission-focused organization with five campuses in Atlanta and about ...

Clemson

Research Assistant - Black Heritage Trail

Clemson, SC · On-site

$16.25 - $22.50/hr

... for BHT programming as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Please include a resume, cover ... Trail Project; support the development and coordination of public programs and community events ...

Trail of Bits

$200 - $250/hr

Who We Are Founded in 2012 by 3 expert hackers with no investment capital, Trail of Bits is the ... Make project assignment decisions that balance engineer development, client needs, and ...

Trail King Industries

Senior Engineer (TKM159)

Mitchell, SD · On-site

$105K - $144K/yr

Seek and implement changes to continuously improve the safety, quality, delivery, and cost of Trail ... Mentor less experienced engineering team members. * Participate and lead new product development ...

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Trail Design Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Utah Division of Human Resource Management
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$46.67 - $74.06/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Trail Design Engineer
Utah is one of the fastest-growing states in the nation, and the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Trails Division is helping shape how that growth connects communities. With significant legislative investment, UDOT is building the Utah Trail Network (UTN)-a system of paved regional trails designed to expand mobility and access across the state.
About the Role
As a Trail Design Engineer, you will help build this program from the ground up. You'll oversee trail design, support projects from concept to delivery, and help define the standards that will shape Utah's trail system for decades.
Position Information
Here is some important information about this position:
  • Salary Range: $46.67 - $74.06
  • FT/PT Status: Full Time
  • Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
  • Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service (12 month probationary period)
  • Location: Calvin Rampton Building - 4501 South 2700 West, Taylorsville, Utah
  • Remote Work Eligibility: Hybrid
  • Application Deadline: Until Filled

Key Responsibilities
As the Trail Design Engineer, your duties will include:
  • Lead development of concept-level trail designs and cost estimates to support project funding decisions statewide
  • Serve as the Trails Division representative on UTN design projects, providing input at key milestones
  • Partner with Central Divisions, Region teams, and external stakeholders (e.g., MPOs) to advance the UTN Master Plan
  • Maintain and advance trail design standards that reflect best practices and local context
  • Provide technical guidance and training to support consistent trail design across UDOT
  • Support the growth and development of the Trails Division and UTN program through ideation and creative problem solving
  • Conduct site visits of existing and proposed trail corridors on foot or by bike

Qualifications
To be considered for this position, candidates must possess:
  • Licensure: Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Utah.
    • Note: Out-of-state licensees must obtain reciprocity with Utah prior to their official start date.
  • Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of professional engineering experience following initial PE licensure.

Underfill Option
Applicants within one year of meeting the two-year post-licensure requirement may be considered at the Engineer III level. The salary range for an Engineer III is $37.46 - $60.77 per hour.
Preferred Qualifications
Our ideal candidate is someone who possesses:
  • Experience developing project estimates and reviewing plans, specifications, and cost estimates
  • Experience working collaboratively on multidisciplinary project teams
  • Experience using CAD tools (e.g., OpenRoads Designer, ConceptStation) and Excel for estimating

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
In order to be successful, the following are essential:
  • Strong understanding of civil and transportation engineering principles
  • Ability to guide design decisions and communicate technical concepts to a variety of stakeholders
  • Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines

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, click here.
Benefits at a Glance
  • Exceptional Health Coverage: We offer some of the most competitive medical premiums in the industry, including comprehensive family plans with very low out-of-pocket costs and HSA options.
  • Retirement Choice: Flexibility between a 10% employer-paid 401(k) (no match required) or a Pension/401(k) Hybrid plan.
  • Generous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays per year plus 8 hours of combined leave (4 annual and 4 sick) accrued each pay period.
  • Dental & Vision: Multiple high-quality plan options to fit your needs.

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.
Recruiter: Jill Barela, jbarela@utah.gov

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