Who We Are

HKS Utility Services, LLC is the Subsurface Utility Engineering division of Harris Kocher Smith, a local civil engineering and surveying company. Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) is a branch of engineering that deals with mitigating risks associated with new infrastructure design and construction. We work closely with engineers and utility owners to help identify utility conflicts using an array of technologies. We offer an excellent opportunity to advance your career to the next level with a true Subsurface Utility Engineering company.

About this job

As a Utility Design Engineer, you will assist The Subsurface Utility Engineer (SUE) Project Manager with SUE investigations and utility design plans. Candidates will be required to prepare existing and proposed utility plans from survey data field notes and field sketches and research and compare maps provided by utility companies. This position encompasses several civil engineering disciplines, including design, utility coordination, and utility networks. There is a lot of room for growth on the SUE team. Candidates will need strong technical skills with the proven ability to work efficiently and effectively in AutoCAD Civil 3D, attention to detail, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify utility discrepancies, and communication skills to work with field crews and clearly relay information to SUE Project Managers.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Under general supervision, develop utility plans from utility mapping, survey data, field notes and sketches, and office review according to project manager and client specifications
• Produce existing utility plans and proposed design plans according to company, client, or local jurisdiction standards using AutoCAD Civil3D
• Quality check all work and compare to maps provided by utility companies to ensure complete and accurate plans are provided
• Attend SUE review meetings to analyze source material and mapped utilities to develop and refine an Existing Utility Plan and report. Work with Project Manager to include recommendations and observances for the design team where supplemental field investigation is necessary.

Requirements

• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Experience with technical software including ArcGIS, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and/or MicroStation platforms, a plus

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledgeable in the use of utility designation devices, ground penetrating radar and vacuum excavators, a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to handle tight deadlines

Salary

$65,000 – $75,000

Starting Date

We are looking for someone to join our growing team in January 2025

This posting will remain active until January 31, 2025.

Benefits

HKS Utility Services offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) and employer match
• Vacation, sick and holiday pay
• Educational opportunities including seminars, conferences, lunch and learns
• Personal Development Fund
• Wellness program
• Employee assistance programs
• Job security with SUE services mandated by CO state law

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Company to extend equal opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to recruitment, employment, promotion, assignment, training, demotion and discharge, and all other actions affecting personnel.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.