Graduate Engineer A (Onsite Water Reuse Program) - Austin Water

City of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Water is seeking a Graduate Engineer A to work onsite in the Water Reuse Program. Under supervision, you’ll perform routine engineering tasks to meet licensure experience requirements, supporting design, field inspection, and cost estimation activities.

The role emphasizes basic engineering knowledge, drafting, documentation, and coordination with engineers and contractors to ensure project compliance and progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Strong knowledge of engineering and design principles and mathematical techniques.
• Ability to prepare design calculations, reports and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and maintenance of design drawings, diagrams, charts, databases, plans and permits under supervision.
• Develop proposals, preliminary and final designs, and design criteria for assigned projects.
• Coordinate information with engineers, construction personnel, and stakeholders; respond to questions and concerns.
• Prepare cost estimates and participate in budget and schedule development.
• Conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Mathematical analysis

Technical writing

Oral communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Graduate Engineer A (Onsite Water Reuse Program) - Austin Water
locations
Austin Water
time type
Full time
job requisition id
JR105409
About This Position

ABOUT AUSTIN WATER:
For over 100 years, Austin Water has been committed to providing safe, reliable, high-quality, and affordable water services to our customers. Today, we serve over 1,000,000 people in the Austin metropolitan area, across more than 544 square miles. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, we’re not just keeping up—we’re leading the way with sustainable infrastructure, advanced treatment technology, and environmental innovation.

Austin Water consistently ranks among the best in the country when it comes to water quality. We also treat, return, and recycle wastewater in ways that protect environmental resources. Austin Water exceeds federal and state requirements for clean water and environmental compliance at our water and wastewater treatment plants.

Job Description:

Graduate Engineer A

Purpose:

Under direct supervision of a Professional Engineer, use engineering knowledge to perform routine engineering projects/assignments requiring limited judgment within the defined methods, procedures, and practices for the application of standards and criteria necessary to fulfill the experience requirement for pursuant of a licensure as a professional engineer.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Assist in preparation and maintenance of design drawings, diagrams, charts, databases plans and permits under the supervision of a professional engineer. Development of proposals for impacts and performing preliminary and final designs and/or prepares design criteria for assigned projects.
Assists in the preparation of standards, equipment specifications, design procedures, test procedures as it relates to the standardization and engineering policies and practices. Reviews and provides assistance in the evaluation and recommendation for job safety procedures.
Coordinates and provides a variety of technical information under the guidance of a professional engineer to customers by contacts with personnel to include inter and intra departmental administrative, engineering and construction personnel, other government agencies, contractors, consultants and the public to exchange information, coordinate work, answer questions and respond to complaints.
Use computerized software programs, ink or pencil drafting to prepare drawings and maps to provide technical advice and guidance to assigned work or project. Develop, analyze and generate technical reports, correspondence and official documents.
Assist in the preparation of preliminary, periodic and final estimates of quantities, materials, equipment, labor and facilities for the preparation of budgets, programs, schedules, partial and final contract payments and other purposes for various projects.
Conduct field inspections of work done by contractors to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. Draft and recommend contract change orders and payments for approval.
Perform statistical analysis to ensure specifications are within established guidelines.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

None.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of engineering and design principles applicable to fields.
Knowledge of mathematical techniques such as trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry
Knowledge of modern methods, materials, and techniques of assigned discipline
Knowledge of leadership roles and responsibilities
Knowledge of applicability of established engineering principles and methods.
Knowledge of various computer software programs applicable to position
Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication
Ability to perform engineering calculations and analyze engineering problems
Ability to Read and comprehend simple specifications, plans, and shop drawings.
Ability to Interpret and make decisions in conformance within established policies and practices.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in written formats to coworkers and public

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering or in a field related to the job.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

None.

Preferred Experience:

Experience in the theory and practice of water and wastewater treatment engineering.
Experience with planning, engineering, and permitting onsite alternative water reuse facilities, including rainwater or stormwater harvesting systems, condensate capture systems, and blackwater and graywater systems for non-potable reuse applications.
Experience reviewing engineering reports and plans for compliance with water, wastewater, and reclaimed water system regulations and criteria.
Experience conducting field inspections of work done by contractors to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
Experience preparing cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports and studies for projects.
Experience identifying, evaluating, and providing improvement recommendations for design criteria and/or code criteria for water, wastewater, or reclaimed water regulatory programs.
Experience preparing and delivering presentations to city plan review and inspections staff, architects, contractors, developers and the general public.
Knowledge of the City of Austin’s building codes (mechanical, electrical and plumbing), and related State and Local zoning regulations and knowledge of construction practices.
Knowledge of the City’s Land Development Code.
Strong technical writing, presentation, and communication skills.