Temporary - Graduate Engineer A

City of Austin • Austin, TX

1d • $34 - $44 • Hybrid

About The Position

JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee. What Makes the City of Austin Special? Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Value and Innovation : Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits. Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System. Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure. Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support. Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities. Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration. By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country. Job Description: Graduate Engineer A Purpose: Under direct supervision of a Professional Engineer, use engineering knowledge to perform routine engineering projects/assignments requiring limited judgment within the defined methods, procedures, and practices for the application of standards and criteria necessary to fulfill the experience requirement for pursuant of a licensure as a professional engineer. POSITION OVERVIEW: The primary responsibilities of this position will be the creation of hydrologic and hydraulic models for the City's existing storm drain infrastructure and provision of technical support related to these models for internal and external customers. The program for creating StormCAD models for City’s entire drainage infrastructure system started in 2011-2012 with six temporary employees. Currently there are two permanent and two temporary positions on the modeling team. The efforts of this program will continue until the goal of modeling the storm drain infrastructure for the entirety of the City is met, which is expected to be completed within the next four to five years. In addition to creation of storm drain models, the position will assist in the review storm drain models submitted through the City's development review process, processing of GIS data and development of GIS tools in support of storm drain modeling, and coordination with consulting teams working on City storm drain modeling projects. This position may also support internal two-dimensional (2D) localized flood modeling efforts and floodplain analysis and modeling for open channel systems. The position requires use of one-dimensional and two-dimensional hydraulic models for assessing the current state of urban drainage (localized flooding). Additionally, field work may be required to verify the connectivity and elevations of the storm drain systems to be modeled.

Requirements

• Graduation with a Bachelor?s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering or in a field related to the job.
• Knowledge of engineering and design principles applicable to fields.
• Knowledge of mathematical techniques such as trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry
• Knowledge of modern methods, materials, and techniques of assigned discipline
• Knowledge of leadership roles and responsibilities
• Knowledge of applicability of established engineering principles and methods.
• Knowledge of various computer software programs applicable to position
• Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates
• Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication
• Ability to perform engineering calculations and analyze engineering problems
• Ability to Read and comprehend simple specifications, plans, and shop drawings.
• Ability to Interpret and make decisions in conformance within established policies and practices.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in written formats to coworkers and public

Nice To Haves

• Experience creating hydrologic and hydraulic models for analysis of storm drain infrastructure.
• Ability to read a set of construction plans and transfer information from a plan set to a computer model of storm drain infrastructure.
• Experience using ArcGIS tools for map creation and data processing.
• Experience with Bentley software such StormCAD and CivilStorm for storm drain analysis.
• Experience performing surveying and field work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and maintenance of design drawings, diagrams, charts, databases plans and permits under the supervision of a professional engineer.
• Development of proposals for impacts and performing preliminary and final designs and/or prepares design criteria for assigned projects.
• Assists in the preparation of standards, equipment specifications, design procedures, test procedures as it relates to the standardization and engineering policies and practices.
• Reviews and provides assistance in the evaluation and recommendation for job safety procedures.
• Coordinates and provides a variety of 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.
• Use computerized software programs, ink or pencil drafting to prepare drawings and maps to provide technical advice and guidance to assigned work or project.
• Develop, analyze and generate technical reports, correspondence and official documents.
• Assist in the preparation of preliminary, periodic and final estimates of quantities, materials, equipment, labor and facilities for the preparation of budgets, programs, schedules, partial and final contract payments and other purposes for various projects.
• Conduct field inspections of work done by contractors to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Draft and recommend contract change orders and payments for approval.
• Perform statistical analysis to ensure specifications are within established guidelines.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
• Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
• Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
• Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
• Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level