Graduate Engineer II - Plants & Major Projects Department

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Graduate Engineer II is responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, researching, implementing, designing, and the execution of engineering and construction projects.

• Collects, analyzes, and interprets engineering, operations and maintenance data in order to develop engineering solutions and accurately define the scope of projects.
• Develops and reviews plans, specifications, maps, cost estimates, and permits in accordance with SAWS operational goals.
• May inspect construction activities and materials for compliance with governmental safety, approved plans, specifications, construction standards, permits, and enforces contractor and SAWS quality control plans.
• Aids in the development of the scope, schedules, and budgets of potential projects in accordance with SAWS operational goals.
• Maintains project budget, schedule, and quality.
• Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing, with other divisions, departments, consultants, contractors, inspectors, regulatory agencies, other governmental agencies and citizens for project coordination.
• Manages consultants and/or contractors; reviews invoices submitted by contractors and consultants for accuracy and compliance with contract documents.
• Aids in the completion of staff performance evaluations by providing information to the Manager or Director.
• Applies engineering principles, including water and wastewater engineering principles, construction practices, surveying, hydraulic modeling, and problem solving and effectively conveys findings through technical memorandums/reports and detailed maps.
• Applies city ordinances, state and federal regulations, SAWS specifications, and related standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING

The Graduate Engineer II works under general supervision. May act as a team leader.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
• Two years' experience in engineering.
• Registration as an Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) in the State of Texas.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Able to use word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Able to use computer assisted design drafting software, geographic information system (GIS) software, hydraulic modeling software, and project management software.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Contact with internal and external customers, and consultants.
• Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions are in an office and field environment.