Engineer

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Service Line/Section: Engineering & Construction/Traffic Engineering
Reporting Location: 611 Walker St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Workdays & Hours: Monday-Friday/8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This posting is for an engineer position within the Traffic Engineering Group in Houston Public Works (HPW). We are a small, passionate group that works to promote multimodal safety and design on the roads in Houston so that roads are safe for everybody, including people walking, bicycling, driving, and taking transit. We collaborate closely with many partners, including the Houston Planning and Development Department, METRO transit agency, Harris County, private developers, contractors, and neighborhood associations to ensure that projects are coordinated. In this role, we can have significant impacts on a wide variety of significant projects in the 4th largest city in America.

This position coordinates a variety of engineering activities and personnel to identify, evaluate, manage and rehabilitate various transportation facilities and systems and provides technical guidance and training to technical staff. Specific duties of this position will include but are not limited to:

• Perform investigations for new traffic signals, pedestrian crossings and on-street parking.
• Identify and design roadway safety improvements. Submit work orders for implementation when appropriate; work with Construction division larger, capital projects.
• Review Traffic Impact Analyses (TIAs) from private developers.
• Review capital projects and interagency projects to ensure that the latest multimodal safety standards are incorporated in all road improvement projects.
• Research and prepare responses to project inquiries from citizens and other city personnel.
• Interpret codes, ordinances, and specifications to ensure consistent applications.
• Provides technical support and expertise on various projects, plans and programs.
• Participate in Road Safety Audits along specific corridors and locations.
• Participate in refinement of City traffic and roadway standards to ensure the City utilizes international best practices.
• Respond to sensitive inquiries and complaints from both external and internal stakeholders regarding traffic safety and congestion.
• Conducts on-site field observations and inspections.
• Participates in hearings, meetings and conferences.
• Prepare and deliver presentations in public and private forums.

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable. This position will require standing, walking, bending, minor lifting, climbing stairs, and the ability to perform field investigations and negotiate field hazards.
This is a Department of Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier II Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with satisfactory standing;

OR

Requires graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board, and passage of the eight-hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Requires four (4) years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering.

Substitution: A Master’s degree in Engineering may be substituted for up to two years of the above experience requirement.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. A specific branch of engineering (such as civil, mechanical, structural, etc.) may be required.

Engineers from out-of-state must
be hired in a position directly under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed by the State of Texas;

AND

obtain their license as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas within six months from date of hire for continued employment with the City of Houston.

A valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the Department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade: 26

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or please call 832.393.6737.

"If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6737. (TTY 7-1-1)

"If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, with specific instructions, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 10/26/2026 12:00 AM Central