Graduate Engineer A

City of Austin

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Assist in preparation and maintenance of design drawings, diagrams, charts, databases plan 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.

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

Knowledge of fundamental traffic engineering principles to respond to safety concerns utilizing established engineering guidelines.
Ability to conduct stop and speed studies, review license agreements, right-of-way vacation requests, and public utility easements.
Ability to assist TPW’s Area Engineers and Engineering Technicians/Associates, City of Austin Departments and represent City of Austin at public meetings with neighborhood groups and community stakeholders.
Knowledge of the City of Austin’s Transportation Criteria Manual, Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD), and AASHTO Green Book.
Proficient in transportation engineering operation and safety, has an in-depth understanding of local and national engineering best practices, is comfortable with flexibility, can work in a bustling work environment, and can effectively communicate with the public and elected officials.
Simultaneously managing multiple projects and the ability to shift from one project to another without sacrificing quality.
Strong desire to learn and absorb information.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparation and maintenance of design drawings, diagrams, charts, databases plan 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.