Temporary - Graduate Engineer A

Job Description:

Temporary - Graduate Engineer A

Description

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.
Notes to Applicants
The primary responsibilities of this position will be the creation of hydrologic and hydraulic models for the City’s existing storm drain infrastructure and provision of technical support related to these models for internal and external customers. The program for creating StormCAD models for City’s entire drainage infrastructure system started in 2011-2012 with six temporary employees.

Currently there are two permanent and two temporary positions on the modeling team. The efforts of this program will continue until the goal of modeling the storm drain infrastructure for the entirety of the City is met, which is expected to be completed within the next four to five years.

In addition to creation of storm drain models, the position will assist in the review storm drain models submitted through the City’s development review process, processing of GIS data and development of GIS tools in support of storm drain modeling, and coordination with consulting teams working on City storm drain modeling projects.

This position may also support internal two-dimensional (2D) localized flood modeling efforts and floodplain analysis and modeling for open channel systems.

The position requires use of one-dimensional and two-dimensional hydraulic models for assessing the current state of urban drainage (localized flooding).

Additionally, field work may be required to verify the connectivity and elevations of the storm drain systems to be modeled.

ABOUT YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION (Please read carefully):

• Include details on the application of prior or current work history with the City of Austin.
• A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the employment application, but do not substitute for a complete employment application.
• A detailed and complete employment application will help us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
• Include any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications and relevant experience.
• Your work history must include employer name and address, job title, supervisor’s name and phone number, the month and year of employment and detailed description of the work you performed. We do not accept “See Resume” and your application will be considered incomplete.
• Any relevant work history on the resume must be reflected in the employment application in order to be considered.

TRAVEL :
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Pay Range
$30.81 per hour
Hours
40 hours per week, Monday - Friday with the ability for a 50% telework schedule within a two-week period. Exceptions may apply subject to the business needs of the department.
Job Close Date 01/06/2025 Type of Posting External Department Watershed Protection Regular/Temporary Temporary Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location One Texas Center 505 Barton Springs Rd Preferred Qualifications

• Experience creating hydrologic and hydraulic models for analysis of storm drain infrastructure.
• Ability to read a set of construction plans and transfer information from a plan set to a computer model of storm drain infrastructure.
• Experience using ArcGIS tools for map creation and data processing.
• Experience with Bentley software such StormCAD and CivilStorm for storm drain analysis.
• Experience performing surveying and field work.

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

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires 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. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* Briefly describe your experience with hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of storm drain infrastructure and open channels. List the computer models you are familiar with.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience in reading a construction plan set and utilizing that information?
(Open Ended Question)
* Briefly describe your experience using GIS software.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience with hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of storm drain infrastructure. List the computer software for this purpose such as StormCAD or CivilStorm with which you are familiar.
(Open Ended Question)
* Briefly describe you experience performing surveying and field work.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Optional Documents Resume