Graduate Engineer B - Capital Delivery Services

About This Position
Job Description:Purpose:
Under limited supervision and with Professional Engineering review, this position uses engineering knowledge to independently perform a variety of moderately complex engineering projects/assignments that are routine in nature but that may require adaptation or modifications from standard practices. Individuals will be capable of exercising engineering judgment within defined methods, procedures, and practices.
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.
Prepares and maintains design drawings, diagrams, charts, databases plans, and permits under the supervision of a professional engineer. Develops proposals for impacts and performing preliminary and final designs and/or prepares design criteria for assigned projects.
Prepares specifications as it relates to the standardization and engineering policies and practices. Reviews and provides recommendations in the evaluation and implementation for job safety procedures.
Prepares design criteria for assigned projects. Provides assistance in technical and financial inputs for project budget process.
Plans for and sizes equipment.
Reviews plans and development proposals for impacts and performs preliminary and final designs for PE review.
Assists in the preparation of standards, equipment specifications, design procedures, and test procedures.
Coordinates and provides a variety technical information, under the guidance of a professional engineer, to customers by contacts with personnel to include inter- and intra-departmental administrative, engineering, and construction personnel; other government agencies; contractors; consultants; and the public to exchange information, coordinate work, answer questions, and respond to complaints.
Uses computerized software programs, ink or pencil drafting to prepare drawings and maps to provide technical advice and guidance to assigned work or project.
Prepares cost estimates/track expenditures, prepares cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports and studies for projects. Prepares and/or provides assistance with preliminary contract documents, specifications, and plans. Assists in the preparation of final plans, specifications, special conditions and agreements and coordinates and oversees work of contractors, affected public agencies and utilities. Provides assistance with technical specifications for construction contracts. Inspects and monitors projects for compliance by reviewing work completed by contractors and monitoring compliance to specifications.
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 engineering and design principles applicable to fields.
Knowledge of modern methods, materials, and techniques of assigned discipline.
Knowledge of City of Austin purchasing and contract policies and procedures preferred.
Knowledge of leadership roles and responsibilities.
Knowledge of applicability of established engineering principles and methods.
Knowledge of various computer software programs applicable to industry and job.
Knowledge of mathematical techniques such as trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry.
Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates.
Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication.
Ability to read and comprehend complex specifications, plans, and shop drawings.
Ability to interpret and make decisions in conformance with established policies and practices and to stay current with new regulatory requirements.
Ability to communicate and provide direction to peers and assigned personnel.
Ability to perform engineering calculations and analyze engineering problems.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering or in a related field, plus two (2) years of experience in engineering.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certification in the State of Texas,
OR
If certified in another state, must have the ability to obtain Texas EIT certification within six (6) months of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience designing civil engineering design projects in roadways, urban trails/sidewalks, water/wastewater, and/or stormwater/drainage, temporary traffic control plans, etc.
Experience preparing engineering budget and construction cost estimates, preliminary engineering reports, technical specifications, and contract and bid documents.
Experience permitting civil engineering projects through Federal State and Local governmental entities.
Experience in civil engineering drafting with Computer Aided Design Drafting (CADD), including AutoCAD Civi13D, software and ability to adapt to workflow processes.
Experience coordinating with other professionals such as sub-consultants, surveyors or other stakeholders in a design team environment.
Ability to travel to multiple work locations.


Compensation Range:The annual hiring range for this position is $80,190.00-$101,400.00

Notes to Candidate:
Position Overview:
This position supports the City of Austin Capital Delivery Services in the Engineering Services Division. Under the supervision of a TX Registered Engineer, this position performs preliminary engineering, design and construction phase services related to various type of infrastructure and or capital improvement projects including new roadway construction, roadway rehabilitation, utility improvements/rehabilitation, transportation safety and storm water improvements.
Location: One Texas Center (OTC) - 505 Barton Springs Rd Austin,
TX 78704
General Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ; Alternative schedule and/or flexible hours available based on business needs; up to 60% Telework available.
Who We Are:
Austin Capital Delivery Services Department (CDS) builds public projects to support the community. We do this by directly managing the City of Austin’s Capital Program with over 600 active projects, representing an investment of over $10 Billion. At CDS, we aim to create an environment that values diversity and adaptability and encourages staff at all levels to think creatively, experiment with new ideas, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
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Why Join Us?
Meaningful Work
Contribute to projects that improve the lives of the people in our community. Your work directly enables our department to deliver tangible construction projects throughout the city that will resonate for generations to come. Seeing results through a constructed project provides a sense of accomplishment and pride in your work.
Innovation and Collaboration
Collaborate with diverse and talented teams, leveraging technology, continuous improvement, and best practices to drive progress and embrace our One City – One Team – One Approach model of delivering capital projects.
Professional Growth and Development
Achieve your professional goals. CDS offers opportunities to advance in multiple career paths, including engineering, architecture, construction management, project planning and management, finance, business administration, process improvement, and data analytics. Education assistance is available through our tuition reimbursement program, and financial support for continuing education, licenses, and certifications is also available.
Work-Life Balance
Enjoy a balanced lifestyle in a city renowned for its quality of life, outdoor activities, and cultural experiences. Our employees also enjoy the ability to work up to 60% remotely, depending upon position and business needs.
Health and Wellness
The City of Austin is committed to providing cost-effective, sustainable benefits that assist employees in being physically and mentally healthy. For employees that are covered this includes low cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Click here to review the City of Austin's Employee Benefits Guide.
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