Engineer (Critical Response)

About the role

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED. Service Line/Section: Transportation & Drainage Operations/Transportation Rehabilitation. Reporting Location: 611 Walker Street, 14th Floor, Houston, TX. Working Conditions: This position is physically comfortable; requires standing, walking, bending, minor lifting, climbing stairs, and ability to perform field investigations and negotiate field hazards. This is a Department of Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier III Level. Safety Impact Position: Yes – subject to random drug testing; if promotional, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the implementation of various drawings, plans, projects, and contracts.
• Reviews and updates plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Prepares and reviews technical correspondence, reports, procedural guidelines, and project schedules.
• Interfaces with departments, consultants, technical professionals, and the general public to address inquiries.
• Develops reports and other administrative documents.
• Provides technical support and expertise on various projects, plans, and programs.
• Conducts on-site field observations and inspections.
• Interprets codes to ensure consistent applications.
• Participates in hearings, meetings, and conferences.
• Assists in preparing contract documents, evaluation of bids, responses to vendor inquiries, and award contract correspondence.
• Reviews and monitors work activities performed by external consultants.
• Coordinates special projects.

Requirements

Education: Requires graduation from an approved engineering curriculum by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with satisfactory standing; OR graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education (other than Board‑approved) and passage of the eight‑hour Fundamentals of Engineering examination.

Experience: Requires four (4) years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved engineering curriculum. Substitution: A Master’s degree in Engineering may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the experience requirement.

License: Requires registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. A specific branch of engineering (civil, mechanical, structural, etc.) may be required. Engineers from out‑of‑state must be hired under the supervision of a Texas‑licensed Professional Engineer and obtain their Texas PE license within six months of hire. A valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's driving policy are required.

Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with three (3) or more years of experience working with concrete and asphalt roadway design and construction. Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants who possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties, are among the most qualified candidates, and meet all other factors per Executive Order 1‑6.

Pay

Pay Grade: 26

Schedule

Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.* (subject to change)