Graduate Engineer I or II, Project Engineer, or Senior Project Engineer

San Marcos, Texas; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 73,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Marcos is seeking motivated engineers to join its Engineering and Capital Improvements Department. Roles include Graduate Engineer I and II, Project Engineer, and Senior Engineer, featuring impactful project management and engineering responsibilities across various infrastructure sectors. Competitive compensation, flexible work options, and a strong benefits package accompany these roles.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Telework options

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid leave options

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• EIT certification and 2 years of experience for Graduate Engineer II.
• PE license required for Project Engineer position.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager for capital improvements projects.
• Plan, design, and oversee construction activities.
• Act as an engineering liaison for airport projects.

Skills

Project Management

Civil Engineering

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification for Texas

PE license

Job description

Have a degree in Civil Engineering or a similar engineering discipline? The City of San Marcos is hiring within our Engineering and Capital Improvements Department. This position manages capital improvement projects across various sectors, including water, wastewater, drainage, transportation, and airport enhancements. These efforts help develop the complex infrastructure of San Marcos, ensuring residents and visitors enjoy the city's amenities.

We seek highly motivated individuals eager to learn and grow. Our core values include Professionalism, Innovation, Customer Experience, Integrity, and Teamwork. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes telework options and excellent benefits. Our benefits package features paid vacation, sick leave, paternal leave, holidays, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. The City participates in 2:1 matching for our retirement system (TMRS), enabling earlier retirement. We also provide a hybrid work schedule (up to 16 hours of telework per week) and tuition assistance. Additionally, we offer generous disability insurance and paid leave options. Working for the City means engaging in meaningful and impactful work.

Job responsibilities may include:

1. Serving as a Project Manager for capital improvements projects.
2. Planning, designing, and overseeing construction activities.
3. Acting as an engineering liaison for airport projects.

If you hold your bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or a related field) from an ABET-accredited university, you may qualify for our Graduate Engineer I position, starting at $73,500/year.

If you also have your EIT certification for Texas (or have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam) and at least 2 years of experience, you may qualify for our Graduate Engineer II position, starting at $80,500/year.

Possessing your PE (or meeting all criteria for licensure) qualifies you for the Project Engineer position, starting at $90,000/year.

With your PE and 10 years of experience, you may be eligible for our Senior Engineer role, starting at $100,000/year.

Work Hours:

• 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday
• Flexible options such as teleworking and alternative start times are available:
• This position allows you to choose an alternative start time between 7 am and 9 am, with a requirement to work 8 hours daily and complete work by 7 pm, Monday through Friday.
• Up to 2 days of teleworking per week are permitted after the first 6 months.