Engineering Associate

Gfoat; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat in Kerrville, Texas, is seeking a qualified engineering professional to provide support in reviewing plans and specifications for various projects. Responsibilities include performing inspections, assisting the Project Engineer, and maintaining project databases.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering and possess an active Texas EIT certification, as well as experience in construction-related roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related degree from an accredited institution.
• Active State of Texas certified Engineer in Training (EIT) with relevant experience preferred.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications for compliance with city standards.
• Coordinate construction document progress with city staff.
• Perform construction inspections as needed.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret civil construction plans

Knowledge of standard design and construction materials

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Detail-oriented with good interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering

Active State of Texas certified Engineer in Training (EIT)

Tools

AutoCAD

Geographical Information System (GIS)

Job description

Job Summary

Provide detailed engineering support to the GIS Coordinator, Project Engineer, and Director of Engineering. This position will provide assistance to the Project Engineer by performing plan and specification reviews for both capital improvement projects (CIP) and private development projects. Assisting with logging, scanning, and coordination of construction document reviews, and performing periodic construction inspections.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.

1. Review plans and specifications for both CIP and private development projects to ensure conformance with city standards and general engineering practice.
2. Attend Development Review Committee meetings and coordinate construction document progress with city staff and applicants.
3. Update and help maintain the maintenance of the Engineering Department’s project databases.
4. Coordinate and track TxDOT utility and construction permits.
5. Perform construction inspections on an as‑needed basis.
6. Scan and log plan review markups, approved plans, As‑Builts, plats, and easements.
7. Prepare maps and exhibits on the City’s Geographical Information System (GIS).
8. Assist with in‑house surveys and site investigations.
9. Assist city staff, development community, other agencies, and general public with record data requests.
10. Must have the ability to make sound decisions, use good judgment, and communicate clearly.
11. Provide construction document reviews and project management for the development services functions of the department.
12. Ensure projects adhere to city, state, and federal design standards and specifications, project schedules, and budget.
13. Provide assistance to the GIS Coordinator by scanning and logging As‑Builts, plats, and easements.
14. Produce maps and exhibits on GIS.
15. Assist various city staff, development community, other agencies, and general public with record data requests.
16. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

Physical requirement includes occasional lifting/carrying of 20 pounds, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting, standing, reaching, walking, twisting, and kneeling to perform the essential functions. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment with occasional exposure to construction sites.

The City of Kerrville is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals.

Education, Certification and Experience Required

• Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering, construction science, or related degree from an accredited college or university.
• Active State of Texas certified Engineer in Training (EIT) with at least one (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in the Civil Engineering field preferred.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret civil construction plans, standard specifications, and survey data.
• Knowledge of standard design, construction, materials, testing, and workmanship of water, sanitary sewer, drainage, and paving infrastructure.
• Current methods, equipment, and materials used in land development construction.
• Proficient in skills with personal computers, spreadsheets, and AutoCAD release 2021 or greater.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with the public, public officials, contractors, and other city staff.
• GIS and database experience preferred.
• Must be detail‑oriented with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids

• Computer and related software (including AutoCAD, GIS, e‑mail, spreadsheets, and word processors), copier, large format scanners, vehicle, level, engineering scale, measuring tape/wheel, mil gauge, camera, calculator.
• Steel toe shoes, hard hat, safety vest, ear protection, safety glasses.

Special Requirements

• Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns or temporary employees.