Civil Engineer III-IV
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Job Summary
Position Title:
Civil Engineer III-IVJob Group:
Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and 5 years of related experienceSpecial Required Qualifications
Valid U.S. Drivers LicensePreferred Qualifications:
Degree in civil or mechanical engineering or similar discipline.Experience in an engineering design or construction related field.
Experience with municipal domestic water distribution systems.
Experience with municipal storm or sanitary sewer systems.
Experience with chilled water systems natural gas systems or steam systems.
Holds or has the ability to obtain a Water Distribution Grade I or Grade II operator license.
Job Description:
Summary
Iowa State University Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) Utility Distribution Department is seeking to hire an experienced Civil Engineer (would also consider a Mechanical Engineer with the right experience). The position responsibilities include the following: provide engineering services leadership and operational oversight for the campus domestic water distribution system storm and sanitary sewer system and natural gas system; design and manage utility water and mechanical distribution construction projects; coordinate operation maintenance and expansion of existing utility distribution systems; develop standard operating procedures and design standards for the safe and reliable operation of the campus water and mechanical distribution systems.
Duties will include:
- analyzing and troubleshooting mechanical utility systems and equipment
- budgeting planning and managing utility projects
- coordinating engineering tasks with other engineers and utility operations staff
- working with design professionals and construction contractors
- being a technical resource to FPM and campus.
In addition this position will be responsible for documenting distribution systems and design standards supporting mechanical distribution personnel and performing water quality reports and water supply system Operator in Charge regulatory compliance tasks.
The successful candidate will possess strong communication skills; strong organizational and analytical skills; and the ability to organize and coordinate work within and between projects. They must have the ability to understand
complex utility systems and equipment.
Candidates may be hired as a Civil Engineer III or a Civil Engineer IV.
Level Guidelines for Engineer III (PS811 salary grade) - Bachelors degree and 5 years of related experience
Senior-level position possessing high-level professional and/or technical skills working independently under minimal supervision to support ISUs mission and department or work unit goals
Applies senior-level professional knowledge and expertise to work requiring greater latitude
Solves moderately complex problems and regularly exercises judgment to determine appropriate action
Regularly exercises judgment to resolve problems and determine appropriate action on a broad set of issue and problems. May provide recommendations regarding problems/issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices
Responds to complicated inquiries provides training and provides direction to lower-level staff
May provide supervision for one to two other staff (i.e. leads a small work team)
May lead projects for which well-defined practices and procedures may not exist
Provides guidance to students
Level Guidelines for Engineer IV (PS812 salary grade) - Bachelors degree and 8 years of related experience. State of Iowa Professional Engineering license is preferred.
Expert-level position possessing advanced professional and/or technical skills working under limited or no supervision
Applies high-level professional knowledge and expertise to focus on ISUs mission and meeting division department or work unit goals
Solves complex issues using highly developed problem resolution skills
Regularly provides recommendations regarding problems/issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices
Utilizes high-level professional knowledge and expertise to provide guidance recommendations and set standards related to strategy policy and mission
Leads projects of moderate to high scope and complexity with broad impact
May provide supervision to other department staff (i.e. leads a small work team)
While this position is based on the Ames campus it requires some off-campus travel to visit all areas with utility distribution systems. Candidate must be able to be approved to drive an ISU owned vehicle.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Appointment Type:
RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
PS811Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please Note: To receive full consideration applications should be received byFebruary 1 2026.
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
January 15 2026Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:
R18459Required Experience:
IC
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About Company
Attending Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) can be a whirlwind experience for some. ISU is a public land-grant institution offering higher education courses and programs with an emphasis on science, technology, and related areas. It's also home to the Cyclones athl ... View more
