Salary: $53,944.00 – $92,558.00 Annually
Location : San Antonio, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2023-00206
Department: Engineering and Construction
Opening Date: 09/21/2023
Closing Date: 11/19/2023 11:59 PM Central
Graduate Engineer I (Grade 18): Salary range is $53,944.00 – $92,558.00 annually.
The Plants and Major Projects Department implements water, wastewater, and recycled water projects part of the Capital Improvement Program. On the water side, the department is responsible for new production wells, rehabilitation of existing wells, construction of new and rehabilitation of existing pump stations and booster stations, new ground storage and elevated storage tanks, and projects related to the H2Oaks brackish desalination facility, the aquifer storage and recovery system, and Agua Vista for integration of Vista Ridge water.
On the wastewater side, the department is responsible for new larger lift stations and rehabilitation of existing lift stations, odor control stations, and projects related to the three water recycling centers (Steven M. Clouse, Leon Creek, and Medio Creek) and the Salado Creek facility.
On the recycled water side, the department is responsible for new pump stations and rehabilitation of existing pump stations and new ground storage tanks.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Graduate Engineer I – Plants and Major Projects is responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, researching, implementing, designing, and the execution of engineering projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Collects, analyzes, and interprets engineering, operations, and maintenance data in order to develop engineering solutions and define scopes of projects.
- Develops and reviews plans, specifications, and reports; evaluates proposals, and makes recommendations to ensure projects comply with SAWS and governmental standards.
- Assists in the development of the scope, schedules, and budgets of potential projects in accordance with SAWS operational goals.
- Monitors project budget, schedule, and quality.
- Reviews invoices submitted by contractors and consultants for accuracy and compliance with construction documents.
- Applies engineering principles, including water and wastewater engineering principles, construction practices, surveying, and problem solving.
- Interprets and applies city ordinances, state, and federal regulations, SAWS specifications, and related standards to engineering projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING
- Works under general supervision.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
- Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.
- Able to use word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
JOB DIMENSIONS
- Contact with internal and external customers, and consultants.
- Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions are in an office and field environment.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:
- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
Click on the link for additional information regarding benefits:
01
Do you, at minimum, have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher level of education in Civil Engineering or related engineering field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency?
- Yes
- No
02
Which best describes your highest level of educational attainment (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate, other)?
03
Are you registered as an Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) in the State of Texas?
- Yes
- No
04
How many years of experience do you have in the field of engineering?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year of work experience
- 2 years of work experience
- More than 3 years of work experience
05
Describe your experience in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, and recycled water infrastructure utility projects. If no experience, enter N/A.
06
Describe your experience in reviewing and preparing design deliverables including technical memoranda, preliminary engineering reports, plans, specifications, and opinions of probable construction costs for water, wastewater, and recycled water infrastructure utility projects. If no experience, enter N/A.
07
Describe your experience managing and prioritizing tasks and activities for multiple concurrent projects to ensure successful completion on time. Describe how you prioritize items to ensure tasks and activities are completed on time. If no experience, enter N/A.
08
Describe your experience working as part of a team towards achieving a common goal. If no experience, enter N/A.
09
Describe your communication style. Describe your experience leading and/or communicating with others to accomplish a specific goal, task, or deliverable for a project. If no experience, enter N/A.
10
Describe your experience and level of proficiency in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. If no experience, enter N/A.
11
Do you have a valid Texas driver’s license? If so, what type of driver’s license do you have?
- Class C
- Class CDL – B
- Class CDL – A
- I do not have a valid driver’s license.
- I have a valid driver’s license from another state.
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