Graduate Engineer

Job Description:

Graduate Engineer

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division/Section: Houston Water / Drinking Water Operations
Reporting Location: Various Locations*
Workdays & Hours: Monday-Friday/7:00am - 4:00pm. *
* Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs entry-level engineering tasks under close supervision of professional engineers in the planning, design, and construction of civil engineering projects.
• Provides engineering assistance in identifying, managing, and rehabilitating various facilities and systems.
• Conducts, reviews, inspects, and analyzes field and project studies to ensure compliance with plans, contracts, regulations, etc.
• Develops, evaluates and/or designs new layouts, drawings, plans, specifications, etc.
• Performs and reviews several types of engineering calculations to develop statistical data.
• Assists in preparing project schedules and estimates construction capital cost and construction time.
• Prepares documents required for low interest loan programs to finance facilities.
• Participates in and provides technical advice in the bid process.
• Researches, analyzes, and prepares various records, reports, alternative solutions, and other data. Documents projects to ensure quality of commitment.
• Perform Jar test and other water quality test.
• Maintains, monitors, and applies operating procedures to enhance functioning of facilities and systems.
• Investigates and responds to inquiries by other City of Houston departments, consultants, agencies, contractors, and the public.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable: the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, bending, lifting, etc.

This is a Houston Public Works Engineering Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering that is approved by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with a satisfactory standing;
OR

Requires graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board and passage of the eight-hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board;
OR

Possession of a valid Engineering-in-Training Certificate issued by the Board under the current requirements of the Texas Engineering Practice Act.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
No experience required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None.

PREFERENCES

Preferences will be given to those applicants with knowledge and experience in surface water treatment processes.
Valid Texas Driver License and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving (AP 2-2).

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE 22

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-395-6737.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-395-6737 (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 11/2/2025 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$2,739.28 - $2,824.00 Biweekly