Engineer C (Capital Delivery Services)

City of Austin•Austin, TX

5d•$102,910 - $131,700•Hybrid

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment, the Engineer C performs highly complex engineering work involving the design, planning, and oversight of construction, maintenance, and alteration of structures, facilities, processes, equipment, and systems. The role manages technically complex and high-visibility projects, develops designs and cost estimates, prepares engineering reports and contract documents, and provides technical oversight from design through project completion. Within the City of Austin Capital Delivery Services Department Engineering Services Division, this position provides hands-on design for capital improvement projects such as street reconstruction and roadway design, sidewalks and ADA projects, urban trails, water, wastewater and reclaimed-water renewal, and drainage and stormwater improvements. The position designs, signs, and seals design and construction documents and serves as engineer of record for projects in accordance with the Texas Engineering Practices Act. The position is based at One Texas Center in Austin. The general schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with alternative schedules or flexible hours potentially available based on business needs. Up to 60% teleworking is available, subject to position and business needs; the City’s hybrid arrangement schedules employees to work at least two days per week at their designated worksite. Travel to multiple Austin work locations may be required. The position may provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others. The annual hiring range is $102,910 to $131,700.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in engineering or a job-related field.
Eight years of engineering experience acquired before and/or after professional engineer licensure.
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas, or currently licensed in another state with the ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six months of employment.
Knowledge of fundamental scientific and civil engineering concepts and their application to theoretical and practical engineering problems.
Knowledge of advanced mathematics, including trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry.
Knowledge of modern methods, materials, and techniques in the assigned engineering discipline.
Knowledge of terminology and techniques in one or more of the following disciplines: civil, environmental, structural, architectural, mechanical, or electrical engineering.
Knowledge of City of Austin purchasing and contract policies and procedures; engineering principles; plans-review and inspection processes; cost-estimate preparation; engineering and feasibility reports; and applicable local and state laws and ordinances.
Oral and written communication skills, including preparation of technical and general reports.
Negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to perform complex engineering computations, including calculus, geometry, and trigonometry, rapidly and accurately.
Ability to interpret and explain maps and related documents and to make decisions outside established policies and practices.
Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary, multi-agency project teams and communicate direction to peers and assigned personnel.
Ability to analyze and evaluate scientific and civil engineering problems and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
Ability to observe, compare, and monitor objects or data for compliance with operating or safety standards.
Ability to use blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, and other visual aids.
Ability to use a personal computer, engineering applications, and data-management software.
Ability to travel to multiple work locations; driving may be necessary when the employee meets City driver-safety standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience designing civil engineering projects involving roadways, urban trails or sidewalks, water or wastewater, and/or stormwater, drainage, water quality, or detention.
Experience preparing engineering budgets and construction cost estimates, preliminary engineering reports, technical specifications, and contract and bid documents.
Experience permitting civil engineering projects through federal, state, and local government entities.
Experience with civil engineering drafting using Computer Aided Design Drafting (CADD) software and ability to adapt to workflow processes.
Experience directing and coordinating with sub-consultants, surveyors, or other stakeholders in a design-team environment.

Responsibilities

Approve, process, and seal plans, specifications, and construction documents using engineering principles, complex calculations, and applicable local and state requirements.
Manage technically complex, high-visibility, or priority engineering projects and programs, including their technical, coordination, and administrative aspects.
Evaluate projects and recommend improvements to preliminary and final designs and design criteria; assist in preparing plans, schedules, estimates, budgets, final plans, specifications, special conditions, and agreements.
Provide technical oversight of project progress from design through completion.
Develop cost estimates, track expenditures, and prepare engineering and feasibility reports and studies.
Prepare preliminary contract documents, specifications, and plans; prepare final plans and contract documents, and coordinate and oversee work involving contractors, public agencies, and utilities.
Write complex technical specifications for construction contracts.
Review plans and approve permits in accordance with engineering practices and applicable local and state requirements.
Inspect and monitor projects for legal and specification compliance, including reviewing contractor work and analyzing project results using complex calculations.
Review and write contract change orders, develop or track related costs, and negotiate and recommend financial arrangements for contract changes.
Lead design-team activities as needed in preparing plans, schedules, estimates, budgets, construction plans, specifications, and agreements.
Conduct field inspections of contractor work and draft and recommend approval of contract change orders.
Research and perform statistical analyses to validate reports and publish results in various communication formats.
Develop standard operating procedures, policies, and ordinances for contracts or projects; analyze and recommend on the performance of personnel assigned to projects as needed.
Design and maintain database systems for project or program areas.
Prepare and deliver presentations to the public, City Council, or customers.
Coordinate multidisciplinary, multi-agency project teams and communicate direction to peers and assigned personnel.
Travel to multiple City of Austin work locations when required by job duties.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement and financial support for continuing education, licenses, and certifications.
Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits for covered employees.
Paid leave time.
Competitive retirement plan and access to the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
Training opportunities and professional development.
Flexible or alternative schedules may be available based on business needs.
Up to 60% remote work may be available depending on the position and business needs.
Wellness programs and mental health support.
On-site fitness centers.
Access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.