Design Engineer

City of Pharr • Pharr, TX

18d • Onsite

About The Position

The Design Engineer delivers in-house civil design packages that support safe, compliant transportation and drainage projects for the community. This position ensures plans and technical documentation align with TxDOT, municipal, and standard design practices. Key responsibilities include preparing drainage studies; developing roadway, pavement, and bridge designs; producing complex technical reports; and coordinating design inputs with internal staff and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Practical construction experience across diverse civil projects
• Supervisory/managerial decision-making experience preferred
• Experience supervising engineers and/or construction inspectors
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Open Roads Designer, Open Bridge Modeler, and Civil 3D
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Professional English communication (read/write/speak)
• Above-average customer service
• Able to handle sensitive matters with tact and diplomacy

Nice To Haves

• Spanish-English bilingual skills may be required

Responsibilities

• Preparing drainage studies
• Developing roadway, pavement, and bridge designs
• Producing complex technical reports
• Coordinating design inputs with internal staff and external stakeholders
• Reviewing evolving project needs
• Applying mature judgment to time-sensitive decisions
• Refining plan sets to keep deliverables on track
• Coordinating with governmental officials, private entities, and consultants
• Responsive communication to the public
• Handling sensitive topics with discretion
• Balancing independent work with an interactive team environment
• Maintaining clear documentation and steady progress from concept through submittal

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed