Civil Engineer - Water Infrastructure & Projects

Water Otter Job Board; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention incentive bonuses

Health and welfare benefits

Competitive retirement plan

Job summary

The City of Austin's Austin Water department seeks an Engineer A to perform routine engineering work including design, planning, and oversight of construction, maintenance, and facility alterations. The role emphasizes cost estimation, contract development, and coordination with contractors and public agencies.

Applicants must have a Bachelor's in Engineering and a Texas-registered P.E. or ability to obtain within six months. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure in Texas or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Designs, plans, and oversees projects for construction, maintenance, and alterations.
• Develops cost estimates and contracts; coordinates with contractors and utilities.
• Inspects projects for compliance with plans and specs.
• Prepares technical reports and design criteria.
• Writes specifications for construction contracts.

Skills

Civil engineering concepts

Advanced mathematical skills

Contractor coordination

Technical writing

Communication skills

ability to travel

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

The City of Austin's Austin Water department seeks an Engineer A to perform routine engineering work including design, planning, and oversight of construction, maintenance, and facility alterations. The role emphasizes cost estimation, contract development, and coordination with contractors and public agencies.

Applicants must have a Bachelor's in Engineering and a Texas-registered P.E. or ability to obtain within six months. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.