ENGINEER

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer to join the Water/Wastewater Operations team. The role involves coordinating engineering activities to identify, evaluate, maintain, and rehabilitate the sanitary sewer system, with on-site inspections and cross-functional collaboration.

Work schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., at the 4545 Groveway Dr, Houston, TX 77087 location. Minimum requirements include PE licensure, a bachelor’s degree in engineering, and four years of

Qualifications

• PE licensure or eligibility required for the role.
• Four or more years of active engineering practice after graduation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage engineering activities to identify and rehabilitate sewer lines, manholes and laterals.
• Provide technical guidance to technical staff.
• Analyze data to improve repair/rehabilitation effectiveness and efficiency.
• Conduct on-site project inspections and evaluate contractor submittals and manufacturer information.
• Evaluate proposals and make recommendations for projects.
• Respond to inquiries from departments, consultants, agencies and the public; attend meetings and coordinate special projects.

Skills

PE license

4+ years of experience

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Service Line/Section: Houston Water/Wastewater Operations

Reporting Location: 4545 Groveway Dr, Houston, TX 77087

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday/8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.*

• Subject to change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

• Coordinate and manage a variety of engineering activities to identify, evaluate, manage, maintain, and rehabilitate sanitary sewer collection system sewer lines, manholes and laterals.
• Provide technical guidance to technical personnel.
• Provide technical analysis and information to develop solutions to improve effectiveness and efficiency of analysis for repair/rehabilitation of the wastewater collection system.
• Performs on-site project inspections, investigations, discussions with Contractors, evaluate manufacturer’s information, etc. to determine solutions for challenging sanitary problems in a timely fashion.
• Evaluate proposals and make recommendations for projects.
• Respond to inquiries by departments, consultants, agencies and public.
• Attend meetings and conferences. Coordinates special projects.

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier II Level.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with satisfactory standing;

OR Requires graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board, and passage of the eight-hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board.

Experience Requirements

Requires four (4) years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering.

Substitution: A Master’s degree in Engineering may be substituted for up to two years of the above experience requirement.

License Requirements

Requires registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. A specific branch of engineering (such as civil, mechanical, structural, etc.) may be required.

Engineers from out-of-state must be hired in a position directly under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed by the State of Texas;

AND Obtain their license as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas within six months from date of hire for continued employment with the City of Houston.

PREFERENCES

• Preference may be given to applicants who have experience with wastewater collection system analysis experience and an engineering degree.
• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:

None

However, the Department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION:

Yes

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Salary Information

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade: 26

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.