Engineer C - Land Development - Austin Transportation and Public Works

City of Austin

4d•$102,910 - $131,700•Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision and with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment, the Engineer C performs complex engineering functions involving the design, planning, and oversight of construction, maintenance, and alteration of structures, facilities, processes, equipment, and systems. This role provides technical expertise and performs engineering reviews for site development, subdivision, and residential development applications to ensure compliance with City codes, standards, and engineering criteria. The position serves as lead reviewer and primary contact for expedited and public project development reviews, coordinating with applicants, consultants, and internal stakeholders. The position reviews development plans for accessibility compliance in public rights-of-way, evaluates roadway geometric design, and checks consistency with City design standards and regulations. It works with other City divisions and departments to support timely, comprehensive reviews, resolve technical issues, and facilitate development projects that protect the public interest and improve transportation infrastructure. The role is designated essential and may be required to work at a designated site during declared extraordinary situations or emergencies. The position is based at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas; Austin Transportation and Public Works does not operate fully remotely.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering or a related field.
Eight years of engineering experience, acquired before and/or after professional engineer licensure.
Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, or an out-of-state P.E. license with the ability to obtain a Texas license within six months of employment.
Knowledge of fundamental scientific and civil engineering concepts and their application to theoretical and practical 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: civil, environmental, structural, architectural, mechanical, or electrical engineering.
Knowledge of City of Austin purchasing and contract policies and procedures; engineering principles; plan-review and inspection processes; cost estimating and engineering and feasibility reports; and applicable local and state laws and regulations.
Technical and general oral and written communication skills, including report writing.
Negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to perform complex engineering calculations accurately and rapidly.
Ability to interpret and explain maps and related documents, and to use blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, and other visual aids.
Ability to make decisions outside established policies and practices; coordinate multidisciplinary and multi-agency project teams; and communicate direction to peers and assigned personnel.
Ability to analyze and evaluate civil engineering problems and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
Ability to monitor work and data for compliance with operating or safety standards.
Ability to use a personal computer, engineering applications, and data-management software.
Ability to explain and demonstrate that essential job functions can be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability and willingness, as an essential employee, to work at a designated work site during declared extraordinary situations or emergency conditions.

Nice To Haves

Professional engineering experience reviewing site development, subdivision, and residential development plans.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing land development and public infrastructure.
Familiarity with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) requirements for public infrastructure and right-of-way improvements.
Knowledge of roadway geometric design principles, transportation engineering standards, and City roadway design criteria.

Responsibilities

Approve, process, and seal plans, specifications, and construction documents in accordance with engineering standards and applicable local and state requirements.
Manage technically complex, highly visible, or priority engineering projects and programs, including their technical, coordination, and administrative work.
Evaluate preliminary and final designs and design criteria, recommend improvements, and support preparation of plans, schedules, estimates, budgets, 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 contract documents and technical construction specifications; coordinate and oversee contractors, public agencies, and utilities.
Review plans and approve permits in accordance with engineering standards and local and state regulations.
Inspect and monitor projects for legal and specification compliance, including reviewing contractor work and analyzing project results.
Review and write contract change orders, develop or track project costs, and negotiate or recommend financial arrangements for contract changes.
Lead design-team activities as needed in preparing plans, schedules, estimates, budgets, construction documents, 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 appropriate 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.
Review site development, subdivision, and residential development plans; coordinate development reviews and serve as a primary contact for expedited and public project reviews.
Assess public-right-of-way accessibility, roadway geometric design, and adherence to City design criteria and regulations.
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.