Graduate Engineer A (Infrastructure… at City of Austin · Waller…

Summary: The City of Austin is a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic cities. They are seeking a Graduate Engineer A to assist in routine engineering projects under the supervision of a Professional Engineer, contributing to the Infrastructure Management Division at Austin Water. This role involves preparing design drawings, coordinating technical information, conducting field inspections, and performing statistical analysis to ensure compliance with engineering standards. Responsibilities: - 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 Required 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 - 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 Preferred Qualifications: - Experience using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Power BI - Experience manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting data to create meaningful reports, visualizations, and other materials for both technical and non-technical audiences - Experience with geographic information systems (GIS) - Strong technical writing, presentation, and communication skills Required Skills: Engineering design principles, Mathematics - trigonometry, Mathematics - calculus, Coordinate geometry, Engineering calculations, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Data analysis, Infrastructure maintenance and operations, Project management Benefits: Medical, Paid leave time, A great retirement plan, Training opportunities