Utility Engineer

Utility Engineering Professional

The City of Missoula is seeking a utility engineering professional to support the design and construction of public utility infrastructure projects that keep our community safe, connected, and growing. This position may be filled at the Engineer-in-Training, Engineer, or Senior Engineer level depending on qualifications and experience, and will contribute to municipal utilities efforts across the Public Works & Mobility Department. Under the guidance of licensed engineers, the role supports planning, design, construction, and implementation of projects in accordance with City, State, and Federal standards.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of impactful projects, including water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure. The successful candidate will collaborate with City staff, consultants, contractors, and the public to deliver engineering solutions that enhance safety, sustainability, and long-term infrastructure performance. Work may include project coordination, technical analysis, design review, inspections, public engagement, and policy or standards development, with increasing responsibility and leadership expectations at higher classification levels.

Priority screening of applications will begin on Thursday, March 5, 2026. This position will remain open until filled. To apply: All applicants must submit a City of Missoula application AND a cover letter explaining your interest in this position and detailing how your experience and education meet the qualifications. Failure to attach the cover letter will result in your application being incomplete, and therefore, not reviewed by the hiring manager. Resumes will not be reviewed. All details should be entered on the application. Starting Pay: New hires start within our entry-to-market range, depending on experience and qualifications:

• Engineer in Training $37.12 - $42.66/hour
• Engineer $42.31 - $49.20/hour
• Senior Engineer $45.49 - $52.90/hour

Full Pay Range: Each position also has a full wage range that reflects potential growth over time, including annual increases for longevity and cost of living:

• Engineer-in-Training $37.12 - $45.22/hour
• Engineer $42.31 - $52.19/hour
• Senior Engineer $45.49 - $56.07/hour

Working Conditions: Work environment may involve exposure to unavoidable weather conditions, occupational hazards, construction hazards, and physical risks, including access to project sites, uneven terrain, loud noises, and working in confined spaces, open trenches, heights up to 45 feet, or high traffic areas, which require following basic safety precautions.

Must have the following by time of hire:

• Engineer-in-Training
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Engineering Technology, or another related field.
• Must be a Registered Engineer Intern in the State of Montana and have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Must have a valid Montana driver's license with a verified acceptable driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Engineer
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, civil engineering, or another relevant field.
• Must have a Professional Engineer certification from the state of Montana or the ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Must have a valid Montana driver's license with a verified acceptable driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Senior Engineer
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Engineering Technology, or another related field and four (4) years of experience as a Professional Engineer.
• Must have a Professional Engineering License from the State of Montana, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Must have a valid Montana driver's license with a verified acceptable driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

The City of Missoula does not sponsor employment visas (e.g., F-1, H-1B, TM). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time of application.

This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. The City of Missoula will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:

• Market-Competitive Salary
• Work/life balance, including the possibility of flexible schedules and remote work opportunities
• $0 premium for health and dental coverage for employees and affordable premiums for family coverage
• $10,000 Employer-sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment Life Insurance Policy
• Options for supplemental life, disability, critical illness, and accident
• Constitutionally guaranteed retirement plan with the City contributing 8.77% of salary on your behalf and the ability to contribute to a supplemental deferred compensation program
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts
• The City of Missoula may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Look here to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

Additional benefits package information is available here.