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ABOUT AUSTIN WATER:
Engineer A
Purpose:
Under general supervision and using moderate latitude for independent judgment, this position performs routine engineering work that includes designing, planning, and overseeing work in support of construction, maintenance, alteration of structures, facilities, processes, equipment, and systems.
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.
Identifies, evaluates, and provides improvement recommendations with preliminary and final designs and design criteria for assigned program or projects. Provides assistance in the preparation of preliminary and long-range plans, schedules, estimates, budgets, detailed final plans, specifications, special conditions, and agreements.
Develops cost estimates and tracks expenditures, prepares cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports and studies for projects. Prepares and/or assists with preliminary contract documents, specifications, and plans. Prepares final plans, specifications, special conditions, and agreements and coordinates and oversees work of contractors, affected public agencies, and utilities. Writes technical specifications for construction contracts.
Develops, analyzes, and provides recommendation of engineering reports for a variety of audiences.
Inspects and monitors projects for legal compliance by reviewing work completed by contractors and ensuring compliance to specifications by completing complex calculations that are used to further provide analysis of preliminary results of a project.
Conducts field inspections of work done by contractors to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. Drafts and recommends approval of contract change orders.
Researches and performs statistical analysis for validation of reports and publication of results in various communication formats.
Develops standard operating procedures, policies, and ordinances for discipline area by researching, reviewing, analyzing, and updating standardized policies and practices.
Develops and monitors performance criteria for various contracts and/or projects. May provide analysis and recommendation of performance of various personnel assigned by contract or projects.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
None
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.
Knowledge of diversified, fundamental scientific and civil engineering concepts, phenomena, and relationships, and utilizes such changes in solution of theoretical or practical civil engineering problems.
Knowledge of advanced mathematical techniques such as trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry.
Knowledge of modern methods, materials, and techniques of assigned discipline.
Knowledge of one or more of the following disciplines: Civil, Environmental, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical, and/or Electrical engineering terminology and techniques.
Knowledge of City of Austin purchasing and contract policies and procedures.
Knowledge of applicability of established engineering principles and methods.
Knowledge of phases of the plans review and inspections processes.
Knowledge of applicable computer software programs.
Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports.
Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication including preparation of written reports.
Ability to perform more complex engineering computations, calculus, geometry, and trigonometry rapidly and accurately.
Ability to interpret and update maps.
Ability to interpret and make decisions in conformance within established policies and practices.
Ability to communicate and provide direction to peers and assigned personnel.
Ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate scientific civil engineering problems and provide practical, cost-effective solutions.
Ability to observe, compare, or monitor objects and data to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards.
Ability to use graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, or other visual aids.
Ability to use a personal computer, engineering applications, and data management software.
Minimum Qualifications:
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in public capital improvement project (CIP) planning and management, including working successfully with different city departments and governmental agencies in underground water, wastewater and reclaimed water pipeline relocation design and construction involving major roadway, transit-oriented improvements, and drainage infrastructure improvements.
Experience in regularly interacting with different levels of personnel throughout an organization and adapting communication styles to meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders/ customers.
Experience in working in a fast-paced environment, ability to multitask, and exhibit strong organizational skills.
Experience in planning, organizing, and collaborating effectively with both internal and external stakeholders within an organization to meet business objectives.
Experience in project management and sponsorship, while overseeing multiple projects with short timelines simultaneously.
Experience in communicating technical information via reports and/or presentations to audiences that may include non-technical stakeholders/ customers.
Position Overview:
This position is part of the Mobility Team at Austin Water (AW), which oversees the impact of transportation and transit-oriented projects on AW’s water, wastewater, and reclaimed water pipeline infrastructure. These projects involve utility pipeline relocations and conflict mitigation associated with local and regional roadway/ highway improvements, transit-oriented developments, and at times drainage infrastructure related improvements. The team works on projects initiated and led by various governmental entities and agencies, including TxDOT, Travis and Williamson Counties, CTRMA, and the City of Austin's own Transportation Corridor Program and Project Connect Light Rail initiative. This role works in a fast-paced environment, coordinating continuously with other teams and divisions within AW, and with other City departments and external stakeholders throughout the planning, design, bid and construction phases for successful project completion. This is an exciting opportunity to work on some unique and complex utility pipeline relocation projects in the City of Austin.
Pay Range:
$85,120.00 – $109,400.00 annually
Retention Incentive Bonus:
This position may be eligible for an Incentive Bonus of up to $3,000!
$500 after 90 days
$500 after 180 days
$1,000 after 1 year
$1,000 after 2 years
Work Location:
Permitting & Development Center, 6310 Wilhelmina Dr, Austin Tx 78752
Days & Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., flexible hours with the ability to telework
Benefits:
Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more – click HERE for more information.
When completing the City of Austin employment application:
A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
Provide each job title and accurate employment dates for all jobs included on the application.
Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment and computer software used.
The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.
A résumé is required but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.
If you are selected as a top candidate:
Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
If you are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
Critical:
This position has been designated as critical for the City of Austin. Critical positions are necessary and vital and support activities that impact City or department operations. Work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees may be reassigned to another area to provide essential services to support any extraordinary situations or emergency conditions.
Secondary Employment:
All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department.
Austin Water will review all secondary employment.
Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with Austin Water, as well as current Austin Water employees considering secondary employment.
EEO Statement for City of Austin:
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.
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.
Important Note to Applicants:
All Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free.
Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite – including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
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EEO Statement for City of Austin:
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.
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.
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