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

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.

Notes to Candidate:

Position Overview:

The Water Reuse Programs team conducts plan review and inspections of water reuse and water recycling systems to ensure the systems are both protective of public health and conserving the city’s drinking water supply. In addition, the team develops and implements new policies, pilot projects, and case studies to advance water reuse throughout the city with a goal of saving 16 million gallons of drinking water per day by 2040.

Pay Range:

$75,950.00 - $95,700.00 Annually

• Position(s) will be filled at the following location:
• Permitting and Development Center (6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, 78752)

Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with some flexibility.

Other hours as required to meet the needs of 24/7 utility operations.

Benefits:

Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more – click HERE for more information.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:

• •A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
• •Provide each job title and accurate employment dates for all jobs included on the application.
• •Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment and computer software used.
• •The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.
• •A résumé is required but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• •A cover letter is also required . In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.

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