GRADUATE ENGINEER

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a Graduate Engineer to support wastewater CIP projects focused on lift stations and force mains, contributing to EPA deadline compliance and regulatory adherence.

The role emphasizes project management support, technical reviews, interagency coordination, and field oversight, collaborating with consultants, contractors, and WWOPS staff to ensure timely, compliant project delivery.

Qualifications

• Requires engineering degree from an approved curriculum, with satisfactory standing by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
• Alternative: graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum and passing the 8-hour FE examination.
• Possession of an Engineering-in-Training certificate issued under the Texas Engineering Practice Act.

Responsibilities

• Assist management and delivery of wastewater CIP projects, including lift stations and force mains.
• Support compliance with EPA deadlines and regulatory requirements.
• Review CIP/interagency design submittals and RFIs.
• Respond to technical inquiries from CIP teams, contractors, and staff.
• Represent WWOPS at meetings, field visits, and site visits.
• Coordinate NOAs with Capital Projects team to prevent delays.
• Maintain project documentation and related records.

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Engineering degree or related science with FE exam

Engineering-in-Training (EIT) certificate

Tools

GIS mapping software

Job description

Position Overview

Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Service Line/Section: Houston Water/Wastewater Operations

Location: 4545 Grove Way Drive

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.

• Subject to change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Wastewater Operations needs a Graduate Engineer to provide essential technical and project support for current and future Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) projects related to lift stations and force mains within the City of Houston. Many of these projects are mandated under a federal Consent Decree, making this position critical to ensuring compliance with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) deadlines and applicable federal and state regulations.

This role supports the successful delivery of wastewater infrastructure projects through project management assistance, technical reviews, interagency coordination, and field oversight. The Graduate Engineer will work closely with the Capital Projects team, consultants, contractors, and WWOPS maintenance staff to help ensure projects are delivered on schedule and in compliance with all requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the management and delivery of current and future wastewater treatment plant projects and lift station and force main CIP projects.
• Support efforts to ensure City of Houston compliance with EPA deadlines and regulatory requirements.
• Review CIP and interagency design submittals and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Respond to technical inquiries from CIP teams, contractors, consultants, and maintenance staff.
• Represent WWOPS at monthly progress meetings, field meetings, and site visits.
• Coordinate Notices of Assistance (NOAs) with the Capital Projects team and WWOPS maintenance staff to prevent construction delays.
• Assist in preparing, maintaining, and updating project documentation, including tracking spreadsheets, work order invoices, and related records.
• Support the preparation of GIS maps and extraction of relevant project data.
• Assist with the conveyance and review of non–City-owned facilities, Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) projects, and developer-led projects to ensure compliance with current City standards and requirements.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

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

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires graduation from approved curriculum in engineering that is approved by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with a 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.

OR

Possession of a valid Engineering-in-Training Certificate issued by the Board under the current requirements of the Texas Engineering Practice Act.

Experience Requirements

No experience required.

License Requirements

None

PREFERENCES

• 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.

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

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 22

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.