Engineer I - Road & Bridge
About The Position
The Engineer I - Road & Bridge performs transportation, drainage, and land development engineering projects, reporting directly to an assigned Supervising Engineer or Senior Engineer. The position involves engineering analysis and design, preparation of plans and technical documents, floodplain and drainage work, and coordination with consultants, governmental entities, the public, and county staff. Work takes place indoors and outdoors, includes regular travel between work sites, and may require work outside normal office hours or service as essential personnel during an emergency. The position requires a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and a Texas P.E. license within 30 days of employment. A valid Texas driver's license is required within six months of employment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and engineering development systems and software.
- Texas P.E. (Professional Engineer) licensure required within 30 days of employment.
- Valid Texas driver's license required within six months of employment.
- Pass the required post-offer pre-employment criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, and drug screening.
- Regular attendance is required.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Two years of roadway geometric and drainage design experience.
- Two years of FEMA Floodplain Development experience, including 3D flood modeling experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform planning, engineering analysis, and design for transportation, drainage, and land development projects.
- Prepare transportation engineering plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E).
- Analyze and prepare floodplain and detention studies.
- Prepare technical correspondence for professional consultants, other governmental entities, and the public.
- Review Floodplain Development Permits, interpret flood studies, and determine site-specific flood elevations.
- Respond to drainage and floodplain complaints, coordinating with the public to develop feasible solutions through site visits, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, and investigations.
- Coordinate and prepare documents and updates for engineering meetings and public hearings.
- Analyze subdivision plats, construction plans, and permits.
- Perform pavement field evaluations.
- Identify potential floodplain violations and collaborate with inspections staff on resolution.
- Attend required meetings and trainings.
- Perform special duties as assigned.
- Safely operate a motor vehicle and travel regularly between work sites.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
