Senior Engineer - Road & Bridge

Salary: $3,777.13 - $4,343.70 Biweekly
Location : Georgetown: 3151 S/E Inner Loop, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 14.02425
Department: Department of Infrastructure
Division:Road & Bridge
Opening Date: 11/13/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting directly to an assigned Supervising Engineer. Performs highly advanced transportation, drainage, and land development engineering projects.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

• Performs highly advanced planning, engineering analysis and design of transportation, drainage, and land development projects
• Assists with training and development of engineering and planning staff and aids with training materials
• Assists with development of Division budget
• Compiles statistical data and prepares reports utilizing engineering studies
• Performs highly advanced and complex engineering analysis and design of hydraulic structures and conveyance systems
• Serves as department liaison for technical concerns for the public, Commissioners Court, contractors and internal and external department and agencies
• Prepares transportation engineering plans, specifications & estimates (PS&E)
• Analyzes and prepares floodplain and detention studies
• Monitors and supervises project quality control efforts and deliverables to ensure project is completed efficiently and effectively
• Oversees and manages a variety of project budgets, schedules, work plans and resource requirements for various construction projects
• Aids in the development and implementation of the Williamson County Long Range Transportation Plan
• Oversees the analysis of subdivision plats, construction plans, permits and compliance measures for various Land Development and Road and Bridge projects
• Aids with the implementation of subdivision regulation amendments
• Assists with coordination of safety projects
• Prepares technical correspondence to professional consultants, other governmental entities and the public
• Reviews Floodplain Development Permits, including interpreting flood studies and determining site-specific flood elevations
• Responds to drainage/floodplain complaints and coordinates with public to develop feasible solutions utilizing site visits, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and investigations
• Coordinates and prepares documents and updates for engineering meetings and public hearings
• Performs pavement field evaluations
• Identifies potential floodplain violations and collaborates with inspections on resolution
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to - An Assigned Supervising Engineer
• Direct Reports - No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, bending, heavy lifting and operating equipment
• Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Indoor and outdoor work in all environments, including inclement weather
• Regular travel between work sites
• Exposure to dust, chemicals, fumes, bacteria, fungus and high noise levels

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Eight (8) years roadway geometric and drainage design experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and engineering development systems and software

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required

• P.E. (Professional Engineer) Licensure

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

• Valid Texas driver's license

Required within six (6) months of employment

• Texas P.E. (Professional Engineer) Licensure within 6 months

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Ten (10) years of roadway geometric and drainage design experience
• Seven (7) years of FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) Floodplain Development experience including 3D flood modeling experience
• Four (4) years of pavement design experience
• Knowledge of GIS (Geographic Information Systems)
• Six (6) years traffic engineering experience
• CFM (Certified Floodplain Manager) Certification

EMPLOYMENT TESTING
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
• Drug screening: Yes
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: N/A

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilco.org/hr.
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY
Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.
The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533.
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Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have at least eight (8) years roadway geometric and drainage design experience?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and engineering development systems and software?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you currently possess a P.E. (Professional Engineer) Licensure?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you currently possess or are you able to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire a valid Texas Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

06
Do you acknowledge you must obtain within six (6) months of hire a Texas P.E. (Professional Engineer) Licensure within 6 months?

• Yes
• No

Required Question