Water Utility Engineer

Job Description Job Description Water Utility Engineer Chico, CA (On-site) Full-Time | Direct Hire Salary Range: $109,408 – $186,934 We are partnered with a leading regulated water utility to identify a Water Utility Engineer to support the planning, design, and delivery of critical capital infrastructure projects. This role offers long-term stability, public-impact work, and exposure to complex water system projects across distribution, storage, and treatment facilities. What You’ll Do Plan, design, and deliver capital improvement projects including wells, pump stations, storage tanks, pipelines, pressure tanks, and treatment plants Manage projects from concept through construction, including scope, schedule, budget, and cost tracking Oversee construction activities, consultants, change orders, RFIs, inspections, and invoices Prepare and review permit applications, bid documents, and technical specifications Coordinate with internal districts, regulatory agencies, and public stakeholders Perform engineering calculations and civil design analysis Support capital budgeting, cost estimating, and regulatory filings Review easements, legal descriptions, and infrastructure records Assist with long-term water distribution system planning Conduct project safety planning and documentation What We’re Looking For BS in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited) 2+ years of experience with water distribution, treatment, wastewater, or related infrastructure projects EIT preferred; California PE strongly preferred Working knowledge of project management principles (PMP a plus) Experience with engineering calculations, design analysis, and construction oversight Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with standard engineering and office software tools Knowledge of water and wastewater systems highly desirable Valid California Driver’s License Why This Role Work on mission-critical public infrastructure with long-term funding stability High visibility projects with meaningful community impact Competitive compensation with growth upside Exposure to regulatory, capital planning, and utility-scale engineering work