Graduate Engineer II

JOB SUMMARY

The Graduate Engineer II is responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, researching, implementing, designing, and the execution of engineering and construction projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Collects, analyzes, and interprets engineering, operations and maintenance data in order to develop engineering solutions and accurately define the scope of projects.

- Develops and reviews plans, specifications, maps, cost estimates, and permits in accordance with SAWS operational goals.

- May inspect construction activities and materials for compliance with governmental safety, approved plans, specifications, construction standards, permits, and enforces contractor and SAWS quality control plans.

- Assists in the development of the scope, schedules, and budgets of potential projects in accordance with SAWS operational goals.

- Monitors project budget, schedule, and quality.

- Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing, with other divisions, departments, consultants, contractors, inspectors, regulatory agencies, other governmental agencies and citizens for project coordination.

- Manages consultants and/or contractors; reviews invoices submitted by contractors and consultants for accuracy and compliance with contract documents.

- Assists in the completion of staff performance evaluations by providing information to the Manager or Director.

- Applies engineering principles, including water and wastewater engineering principles, construction practices, surveying, hydraulic modeling, and problem solving and effectively conveys findings through technical memorandums/reports and detailed maps.

- Applies city ordinances, state and federal regulations, SAWS specifications, and related standards.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING

- The Graduate Engineer II works under general supervision.

- May act as a team leader.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.

- Two years' experience in engineering.

- Registration as an Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) in the State of Texas.

- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

- Able to use word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Able to use computer assisted design drafting software, geographic information system (GIS) software, hydraulic modeling software, and project management software.

JOB DIMENSIONS

- Contact with internal and external customers, and consultants.

- Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions are in an office and field environment.