Senior Consulting Engineer, Water Infrastructure

Water Otter Job Board; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 113,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Water is seeking a Consulting Engineer to interpret, organize, and coordinate engineering assignments for major City programs. You will serve as a technical expert across civil, environmental, structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines, guiding projects with a meaningful impact on infrastructure and service delivery.

Responsibilities include developing specifications, reviewing plans and contracts, managing programs, leading staff, and advising on budgets and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and 8 years of engineering experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Knowledge of civil, environmental, structural, architectural, mechanical or electrical engineering terminology and techniques.
• Experience with budget planning, purchasing, and contract policies.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops technical specifications and standards; reviews plans, contracts and related documents.
• Manages and coordinates programs or projects; reviews plans and development proposals for impacts.
• Plans, researches, designs and implements engineering studies and projects using advanced knowledge.
• Manages contracts; liaises with consultants, contractors, suppliers; negotiates changes and ensures compliance.
• Leads teams of technical personnel; provides training and guidance to staff.

Skills

Civil engineering

Calculus

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Austin Water is seeking a Consulting Engineer to interpret, organize, and coordinate engineering assignments for major City programs. You will serve as a technical expert across civil, environmental, structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines, guiding projects with a meaningful impact on infrastructure and service delivery.

Responsibilities include developing specifications, reviewing plans and contracts, managing programs, leading staff, and advising on budgets and