JOB SUMMARY AND PRINCIPAL DUTIES:  

Prepare the design of new public capital development projects. The job assignment includes, but not limited to:  assist in planning, organizing, directing and participating in the work of the Capital Projects Division including survey, design, drafting, and construction inspection.  Work also includes assisting the Project Engineer in administrative and technical responsibilities for all in-house and consultant design/construction projects and studies.  Supervision is exercised over employees appointed by the Project Engineer of this division.

                KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge to perform all calculations for design, computer programs, utilizing specifications and setting standards.
• Ability to sit for a long periods of time and preparing engineering plans.
• Computer experience utilizing Civil Engineering programs for the design of water, sewer, storm sewer, drainage channels, streets, parks and other public works projects. Must have one-year experience in preparing plans with AutoCAD program or equivalent course study.
• Must be able to go to the job site to participate in surveys, field observations, and walk over construction sites for observation and collection of data.
• Must be able to work with other subordinates to accomplish the project management goal of surveying, designing, planning and specification planning.
• Must be able to participate, foster and encourage all members of the division to work as members of a team.
• Must be able to travel; locally most of the time; some limited overnight travel.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing and to make effective presentations to various groups and assemblies.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• Graduate with a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• Registered as an Engineer-In-Training in the State of Texas within 24 months of employment, experience preferred.
• Valid Texas Class "C" drivers license.
• Must Pass Drug Screen.