Engineer, Civil Engineering

Position: Engineer I
Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing engineering work in the design, development, and construction management of transportation projects for the City's Transportation Department. The Engineer I will support safety-focused initiatives and programs that enhance mobility and reduce severe crashes, including Vision Zero, the Bike Network Plan, and the Quiet Zones Program. Work primarily involves office-based engineering tasks, with occasional field visits as needed.

Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location

City Tower - 100 W Houston Street, San Antonio, TX (78205)

Work Hours

7:45 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday with occasional nights and weekends based on business needs.

Essential Job Functions

* Supervises professional, technical, and other employees in the development, design, construction, and maintenance of principal public works projects.

* Reviews design plans, project specifications, and cost estimates; attends review meetings; and identifies and solves design problems.

* Approves plans and specifications for construction contracts.

* Advises other City departments on matters related to technical engineering issues.

* Requests and evaluates consultant fee proposals; monitors and approves compensation for professional engineering services.

* Upgrades new installations involving traffic signs, pavement markings, traffic signals, and traffic counting.

* Reviews bid packages prepared by consultants.

* Attends pre-bid conferences; analyzes bid results; makes recommendations on accepting/rejecting bids.

* Assists with budget preparation.

* Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college, university, or engineering school approved by a State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

* Four (4) years' experience in engineering.

* No substitution for education allowed.

* Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas.

* OR Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) from another state with the ability to obtain a P.E. license in the State of Texas within 6 months of employment.

* Valid Class "C" Texas driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience in the design, construction, and project management of multimodal transportation, traffic safety, or streets-related projects, including those that support Vision Zero, the Bike Network Plan, and Quiet Zones.

* Experience working with or for public agencies and familiarity with transportation capital programs, permitting processes, and interdepartmental coordination.

* Experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to advance shared transportation, safety, and mobility goals.

* Ability to translate technical engineering and safety concepts into clear, accessible language for non-technical audiences, stakeholders, and community members.

Applicant Information

* 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.

* 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…