Water Resources Engineering Associate

Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA)•Austin, TX

About The Position

Are you ready to use your engineering knowledge and skills to help plan and develop future water supply projects? The Water Engineering department is hiring a water resources engineer to support the operation of Arbuckle Reservoir and other ongoing major water supply projects. Our ideal candidate is ready for opportunities to learn and grow through hands-on projects, under the supervision of incredible senior engineers and technical specialists. Come get involved in the whole life cycle of projects from planning and conceptualization to detailed design, construction, and operation. You will get excellent support for professional development including mentoring, in-house Lunch and Learns, external webinar and seminars, workshops, and industry conferences. If you're ready to join an organization that is committed to enhancing lives of Texans and aspire to become a Professional Engineer, then apply today!

Requirements

Bachelors degree in engineering, engineering technology, engineering physics, biosystems engineering, mathematical science, physical science or related science.
Driver's license

Nice To Haves

Passed the FE exam or hold your EIT certification.
Actively pursuing your PE license.
A four-year college degree in civil engineering, with an emphasis on water resource engineering or environmental engineering.

Responsibilities

Perform engineering calculations and designs related to water resources, water conveyance, and development of cost estimates.
Review project plans and specifications.
Review and summarize existing reports related to development of new water resources.
Support LCRA’s existing water infrastructure through investigation of technical issues and development of practical solutions.
Work on the design and construction of new pump stations, pipeline projects and reservoirs.
Provide engineering support during construction including visiting project construction sites, visiting equipment fabrication shops, visiting hydraulic labs, witnessing material and equipment tests.