Engineering Associate

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Engineering Associate

Salary

$58,138.08 - $87,207.12 Annually

Location

TX 78228, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2024-01342

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

05/15/2024

Closing Date

6/5/2024 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

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Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing engineering work and executing varied preparatory work for an engineering work program in a major City department. Working conditions are primarily in an office environment. May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location

6798 Culebra Road (West Service Center) San Antonio, Texas 78238

Work Hours

7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Performs the necessary preliminary work for the design and construction of public works projects.

• Directs subordinate personnel in the performance of all preparatory work (depending on area of assignment).

• Revises project plans and specifications and legal requirements.

• Inspects construction in progress for conformance with plans and specifications and makes adjustments when necessary.

• Coordinates with other divisions, departments, or municipal agencies on projects under design.

• Meets with consultants on various projects to discuss designs and design problems.

• Prepares cost estimates and monitors budgets on assigned projects.

• Responds to citizen inquiries and complaints regarding assigned projects.

• Provides technical assistance to other divisions and departments.

• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college, university, or engineering school approved by a State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and no experience.

• No substitution for education allowed.

• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Civil Engineering degree preferred.

• Street and drainage engineering design experience.

• Construction management experience.

Applicant Information

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.

• Knowledge of engineering mathematics.

• Knowledge of surveying and drafting principles and practices.

• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.

• Skill in operating a personal computer and utilizing rudimentary software.

• Ability to learn Federal and State regulations and City ordinances related to the area assigned.

• Ability to determine types of field data needed as basis for satisfactory design and develop complete construction plans.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

• Ability to interpret and properly apply all applicable regulations.

• Ability to perform engineering calculations.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.

• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department (https://www.sanantonio.gov/Hr/About/ContactUs?sendto=HR) so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.