Engineer - Graduate II, Project Engineer, or Senior Project Engineer

City of San Marcos; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Marcos is seeking motivated Civil Engineers for various roles, including Graduate II, Project Engineer, and Senior Project Engineer. These positions involve managing capital improvement projects across multiple domains, offering a competitive compensation package and flexible work options.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Retirement Plan

Telework Options

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience for Graduate II Engineer.
• PE certification required for Project Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital improvements projects.
• Plan, design, implement, and oversee construction.

Skills

Project Management

Civil Engineering

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

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We’re Hiring Civil Engineers!

Have a degree in Civil Engineering, or a similar engineering degree? The City of San Marcos is hiring within our Engineering and Capital Improvements Department. This position will manage capital improvements projects for various types of projects, which may include water, wastewater, drainage, transportation, and airport improvements. They help develop the complex system that is San Marcos, and without them, the citizens and visitors couldn’t enjoy this City and all it has to offer.

Job Summary

We are looking for highly motivated people who want to learn and grow. Our values include Professionalism, Innovation, Customer Experience, Integrity, and Teamwork! We offer a competitive compensation package including telework and incredible benefits. Our benefits are almost as exciting as the work! While serving your City, you will be earning paid vacation, sick leave, paternal leave, and holidays. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

The City participates in 2:1 matching for our retirement system (TMRS) making you eligible for retirement sooner than you think. We also offer a hybrid work schedule (16 hours telework permitted per week) and tuition assistance. We have generous disability insurance and paid leave options. Plus, while working for the City, you will be doing engaging and meaningful work.

Essential Functions And Decision Making

These positions may include (see job descriptions for specifics): Serving as a Project Manager on capital improvements projects. Planning, designing, implementing, and overseeing construction. Serving as engineering liaison for airport projects.

Minimum Qualifications

If you have your bachelor’s in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university and your EIT certification for Texas (or have passed your Fundamentals of Engineering Exam) with 2 years' experience, you may qualify for our Graduate II Engineer which starts at $80,500/year.

Already have your PE (or have met all criteria for a PE)? You may qualify for a Project Engineer position which starts at $90,000/year.

Have your PE and 10 years' experience? You may qualify for a Senior Engineer position which starts at $100,000/year.

Work Hours

• 8:00am - 5:00pm

Monday - Friday

• Flexible working options such as Teleworking and Alternative start times are available.
• This position will allow you to designate an alternative start time between 7 am and 9 am; but you must work 8 hours per day and complete your work by 7pm, Monday-Friday.
• This position will allow for up to 2 days per week teleworking after the first 6 months.

Benefits

View Our Benefits Guide.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
  • United Healthcare
  • Choice Plus PPO Plan
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Wellness Initiatives
  • Virtual Doctor Visits 24/7
  • Dental Plan
• Davis Vision Insurance
  • Base Vision Plan
  • Premium Vision Plan
  • Laser Vision Correction discounts

Retirement

• Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
• Mission Square Retirement Corporation - optional 457-deferred compensation plan & Roth IRA

Additional Benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts
• City paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Holidays
• Longevity Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Activity Center Membership
• Direct Deposit

The City of San Marcos strives to provide employees with an opportunity for a flexible and positive work/life balance. Employees in eligible positions are offered remote telework options of up to two days per week or 40% of an employee's scheduled work hours. Remote telework eligibility will be determined by department directors to ensure the City provides quality services.

Closing Date/Time

6/6/2025 11:59 PM Central