About the role

The Design Team Leader will supervise and mentor engineering staff while overseeing roadway design projects to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery. They will also collaborate with internal divisions and external consultants to maintain industry standards and project execution.

What they look for

Roadway design Technical leadership Team supervision Project management QA/QC AASHTO standards Mentoring Communication Performance evaluation Consultant management Engineering design Strategic planning

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Utah or have the ability to obtain reciprocity. A minimum of two years of professional engineering experience post-licensure and a strong background in roadway design are required.

Benefits

Health coverage Medical premiums HSA options 401(k) Pension Paid time off Paid holidays Dental insurance Vision insurance

Full description

Design Team Leader (Engineering Manager I)

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a skilled Design Team Leader (Engineering Manager I) to lead our Region Three design group in Orem, Utah.

About the Role

As the Design Team Leader, you will provide technical leadership, team supervision, and oversight across roadway design projects to ensure on-time, high-quality project delivery.

Position Information

Here is some important information about this position:

Salary Range: $46.67 - $74.06/hr
FT/PT Status: Full Time
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check
Schedule Code: AX – Career Service Exempt (Employees in supervisory positions)
Location: UDOT Region Three, 658 N 1500 W, Orem, UT 84057
Recruiter: April Nicholls, anicholls@utah.gov, 801-965-4042
Application Deadline: August 10, 2026

Key Responsibilities

Lead & Mentor: Supervise and guide design and rotational engineers - fostering technical growth, managing workloads, and evaluating performance.
Drive Project Delivery: Oversee project schedules and execution for both internal and consultant-led roadway design initiatives.
Champion Quality & Standards: Ensure all design deliverables meet quality control/assurance (QA/QC) goals, while serving on statewide committees to shape future design manuals and industry standards.
Collaborate & Select: Evaluate and select consultant engineering firms, oversee their work products, and serve as the primary liaison across internal divisions, partner agencies, and external stakeholders.
Maintain Expertise: Stay current on evolving industry standards, tools, and technical best practices.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Professional Licensure: Active registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Utah OR an active PE license in another U.S. state with the ability to obtain Utah PE reciprocity prior to your start date.
Post-Licensure Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of professional engineering experience following initial PE licensure.
Technical Expertise: Demonstrated background in roadway design with a thorough command of standard AASHTO and state DOT design principles.
Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and project management abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

UDOT Specific Standards: Direct experience applying UDOT design criteria, reference manuals, standard drawings, and project delivery procedures.
Team Leadership: Experience supervising, mentoring, or guiding engineers or technical staff, including overseeing work delivery and supporting career development.

Why You Should Join Our Team

A Mission That Matters – At UDOT, our mission is to “Enhance quality of life through transportation." We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.

Our Culture and Values – We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!

The Agency

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Benefits at a Glance

Exceptional Health Coverage: We offer some of the most competitive medical premiums in the industry, including comprehensive family plans with very low out-of-pocket costs and HSA options.
Retirement Choice: Flexibility between a 10% employer-paid 401(k) (no match required) or a Pension/401(k) Hybrid plan.
Generous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays per year plus 8 hours of combined leave (4 annual and 4 sick) accrued each pay period.
Dental & Vision: Multiple high-quality plan options to fit your needs.
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EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.