Utility Engineering Manager

Salary: $150,707.46 - $165,778.20 Annually
Location : 1392 Aurora Avenue, Naperville, IL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 7097
Department: Department of Public Utilities - Electric
Opening Date: 05/01/2026


Job Description
The City of Naperville's Electric Utility is currently seeking a Utility Engineering Manager to supervise a cross-functional engineering team. The Utility Engineering Manager will mentor, manage, and oversee the work of the engineering team within the Utility. They will also manage external contractors and consultants as needed to meet the Utility's goals. Finally, they will set and manage the Utility's Capital Improvement and O&M budget for the section each year.
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $150,707.46 - $165,778.20 per year, commensurate with credentials and experience. The Pay Grade for this position is E280. For additional information, please click here

Duties

• Develops engineering section milestones and goals.
• Develops and manages the 5-year capital and O&M budget for the engineering section.
• Leads complex engineering projects.
• Reviews and approves all engineering designs for the section.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with external vendors, contractors, and consultants.
• Directly supervises senior engineering staff.
• Identifies and solves process flow problems to keep projects on time and on budget.
• Acts as a subject matter expert on engineering, utility planning, and construction processes.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Required

• A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, or another Engineering-related field.
• 5+ years of work experience in a related field.
• A valid State of Illinois driver's license.

Preferred

• A Master Degree or Professional Engineer License.
• 1-3 years of supervisory experience.

Additional Information
The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 153,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago.? Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live. The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area.? It's also a great place to work!? Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.
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Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached to the application. Include all requested education, experience, attachments, and other information when applying. Incomplete applications are subject to rejection. Notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.
THE CITY OF NAPERVILLE IS AN E. O. E.
The City of Naperville complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at View phone number on click.appcast.io.
The City of Naperville offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund) or Fire/Police Pension Programs
• May be eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program (if requirements are met)
• Deferred Compensation Investment Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Sick Time
• Paid Maternity and New Parent Leave
• Service and Recognition Awards

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