Minimum Qualifications
This position is posted at multiple levels and will be filled depending upon qualifications. For minimum qualifications, please select the appropriate job description below:
Graduate Engineer A
Graduate Engineer B
Engineer A
Engineer B
Notes to Applicants
This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon candidate qualifications:
- Graduate Engineer A: $33.49 to $42.71 per hour
- Graduate Engineer B: $35.50 to $45.27 per hour
- Engineer A: $39.49 to $51.34 per hour
- Engineer B: $42.26 to $54.94 per hour
Position Overview
This Engineer position is part of the Infrastructure Management Division at Austin Water. The ideal candidate should have experience with Project Management, delivering CIP infrastructure projects, familiarity with infrastructure maintenance and operations practices, and have skills in data analysis and management. This position will serve as a representative of Austin Water, participating in public and utility meetings and workshops. Strong collaborator and organization skills are needed to oversee and/or lead the work of Austin Water teams and contractors. Strong communication skills are needed to disseminate asset management policies and standards and facilitate data reporting. Strong writing and documentation skills are needed to create and refine workflows, digital forms and templates for data capture, interim repositories, and permanent enterprise databases.
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When Completing The City Of Austin Employment Application
- Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
- 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. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
- A resume is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please include contact information from previous employers.
- 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.
If You Are Selected To Interview
- Candidates selected to interview will receive information and instructions for preparing a short presentation to be given at the time of the interview.
If You Are Selected For Hire
- Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) is required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization or institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications.
- If you are in the military or are a military veteran, you will need to provide a copy of the Member 4 page of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
- A criminal background investigation is required.
Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
Pay Range
Commensurate
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility.
Job Close Date 11/04/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Waller Creek Center, 625 E. 10th St., Austin, 78701 Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Civil, Mechanical, or Water Resources Engineering.
- Experience in project management and facilitating cross-functional groups.
- Experience in assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure assets.
- Experience manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting data to create meaningful reports, data visualizations and other documents for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience in geographic information systems ( GIS ).
- Strong technical writing, presentation and communication skills.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
This position is posted at multiple levels and will be filled depending upon qualifications. For Duties, Functions and Responsibilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Graduate Engineer A
Graduate Engineer B
Engineer A
Engineer B
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
This position is posted at multiple levels and will be filled depending upon qualifications. For Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, please select the appropriate job description below. 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.
Graduate Engineer A
Graduate Engineer B
Engineer A
Engineer B
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 (*). * How many years of engineering experience do you have? * What is your professional engineering certification or license? * Do you have a Bachelor of Science in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Water Resources Engineering? * How many years of experience do you have with project management and facilitating cross-functional groups? * Describe your experience in condition assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure assets.
- The minimum qualifications of this position are 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
- Less than two years
- 2 years to less than 4 Years
- 4 years to less than 6 years
- 6 years to less than 8 years
- 8 years or more
- State of Texas Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T) certification
- Other state Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T) certification
- State of Texas registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
- Other state registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
- No engineering certification or license
- Yes
- No
- Less than 2 years
- 2 - 4 years
- 4 - 6 years
- More than 6 years
(Open Ended Question)
- Describe your experience manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting data to create meaningful reports, data visualizations and other documents for technical and non-technical audiences.
(Open Ended Question)
- Describe your experience with geographic information systems (GIS).
(Open Ended Question)
- Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name.
(Open Ended Question)
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents Cover Letter Resume
Optional Documents