Minimum Qualifications
Engineer A
Education and/or Equivalent Experience: - Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering or in a field related to the job, plus four (4) years of engineering experience acquired before and/or after licensing as a professional engineer.
Licenses or Certifications:- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, must have the ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six (6) months of employment.
Engineer B Education and/or Equivalent Experience: - Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to engineering, plus six (6) years of experience in engineering acquired before and/or after licensing as a professional engineer.
Licenses or Certifications:- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, must have the ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six (6) months of employment.
Notes to Applicants
The Engineer A or B position supports the City of Austin Transportation and Public Works Department, Office of the City Engineer ( OCE ) by performing complex engineering work that includes engineering plan reviews, overseeing work in support of Right-of-Way development/construction, maintenance, and alteration of structures. This position may perform engineering design and planning.
Travel:If you are selected for this position, and meet the
Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin
Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
Watch the video linked below to learn more about Austin Transportation and Public Works and its role in the region’s mobility landscape.
Inside TPW :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wu4fqWGoH0E Working for the City of Austin provides a number health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. For more information on
City of Austin Benefits click here! Regarding your Application:A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary. Assessment:This position may require a skills assessment.
Close Job Posting:Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.
90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.
Office Location Notes:Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation. Video Conferencing Software Technology:Austin Transportation Department uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.
Pay Range
Engineer A: $38.97 - $50.67
Engineer B: $41.70 - $54.21
Hours
Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
*Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.
Job Close Date 05/01/2024 Type of Posting External Department Transportation & Public Works Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 4411-A Meinardus Dr, Austin, Texas 78744 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience: - Hands-on experience in project inspection to ensure compliance to plans and specifications by reviewing work completed by contractors.
- Experience in the design and construction of projects within and/or impacting the right-of-way.
- Strong problem-solving skills for addressing technical issues related to ROW infrastructure repair, ROW obstructions, specifications interpretation, and construction matters.
- Experience addressing inquiries from diverse stakeholders, including the public, designers, consultants, contractors, and other department personnel.
- In-depth knowledge of construction material specifications and construction practices.
- Experience providing engineering recommendations to customers (internal or external), including technical advice related to City standards and specifications as needed.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Engineer A Engineer B Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.Engineer A Engineer B Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Engineer A position are: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering or in a field related to the job, plus four (4) years of engineering experience acquired before and/or after licensing as a professional engineer. Licenses and Certifications Required: Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, must have the ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six (6) months of employment. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
* Briefly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and educational requirements.
(Open Ended Question)
* Briefly describe your experience in project inspection to ensure compliance to plans and specifications by reviewing work completed by contractors.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience in the design and construction of projects within and/or impacting the right-of-way.
(Open Ended Question)
* Briefly describe your experience providing engineering recommendations to customers (internal or external), including technical advice related to standards and specifications as needed.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?
* Do you understand that this position is required to work in office 50% of the pay period?
* All applicants applying for this job posting should submit a complete application; resumes submitted should mirror the completed application. Starting salary for the top candidate (s) will only be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application, not the resume or cover letter. Your application will be considered incomplete if your application and resume do not mirror and if your application states “see resume”. Do you understand these statements?
* How did you hear about this opportunity? Example: Job board (please specify), Career Fair (please specify), 3rd party recruiting firm, etc.
(Open Ended Question)
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
