Engineer

City of Santa Fe
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 20, 2025
  • Salary: $83,276.29 - $120,750.63 USD Annually
  • Apply By: Nov 13, 2025
  • Full Time
  • Engineering
  • Public Works
  • Transportation or Transit
  • Water and Wastewater Treatment
  • Entry-Level
  • Mid to Senior Level
  • Summary

    The City of Santa Fe is seeking collaborative, technically skilled professionals to serve as Engineers for the Complete Streets Division of the Public Works Department. 

    The ideal candidate is a motivated and adaptable engineer with an interest in public service and urban infrastructure. They bring strong communication skills, a foundation in traffic operations, engineering, or stormwater and drainage design, and a desire to make tangible improvements in their community.

    Early career professionals are encouraged to apply—Santa Fe offers mentorship, training, and career growth opportunities. A wide variety of projects, strong team collaboration, and a commitment to innovation make the engineer role especially dynamic and rewarding.

    In this division, engineers contribute to a diverse range of projects, from traffic control system design and maintenance to transportation planning and permitting, as well as roadway drainage and stormwater improvements. Work may involve traffic signal and street light operations, traffic studies, development reviews, infrastructure recommendations, bridge and culvert projects, and managing projects through their full lifecycle.

  • Job Description

    • Traffic Operations Engineer – Ensures the safe and efficient movement of traffic through the operation and maintenance of the City’s traffic control systems—including traffic signals, street lights, pavement markings, and signage. The role combines design responsibilities with hands-on field coordination.
    • Traffic Engineer – Focuses on traffic planning, permitting, and analysis to support Santa Fe’s growing transportation needs. Duties include traffic calming projects, traffic studies, development reviews, and infrastructure improvement recommendations.
    • Drainage Engineer – Leads roadway drainage improvements that support public safety and climate resiliency. Manages bridge and culvert projects, collaborates with field crews and stormwater teams, and oversees full project lifecycles.

    Learn more within the recruitment brochure.

    View the full job description.

    Learn more about the City of Santa Fe Public Works Department.

    Application Instructions

    To be considered for this position, please immediately submit your resume and cover letter to Christine Martin at Talent@TripepiSmith.com.

    Candidates will be screened for qualifications on a rolling basis, while this position remains open until filled.

    If you require additional information or have questions, please contact Christine Martin at 949-993-6531.

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