Graduate Civil Engineer

Position Details**

Position Information

**Posting Number**2025364

**Position Title**Graduate Civil Engineer

**Position #**7953

**FLSA**Exempt

**Classification Type**Professional

DepartmentEngineering Services

**Job Type**Full Time

**Work Schedule**

Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm

**Hiring Pay Rate**$65,000-$80,000/year (depending on qualifications)

**Posting Opening Date**03/12/2025

Posting Closing Date

**Job Summary**

Performs in a professional civil engineering position requiring the capability of independent and complex analysis in providing engineering services to the City of Bryan.

**Essential Job Functions**

Designs and/or manages capital improvement projects for public infrastructure (water, sewer, streets, drainage).

Reviews and comments on engineering construction plans, studies and drainage reports as it relates to public infrastructure associated with property development to assure compliance with city standards.

Performs related duties as required.

Responds regularly and promptly to work.

**Minimum Qualifications

Required:**

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

**Preferred:**

Previous related work experience.

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:**

The principles and practices of professional civil engineering and construction of municipal engineering projects.

Land development, land surveying, and laws/ordinances pertaining to transportation.

Safety standards, procedures, and precautions utilized in emergency response activities.

**Ability to:**

Perform the field investigation, design, and construction of municipal engineering projects.

Learn department functions, regulations, policies, and procedures as required to complete tasks and assignments.

Use spreadsheet and word processing applications (Microsoft Word/PowerPoint/Excel/Outlook) to prepare clear and concise correspondence, reports, forms, presentations, and other written materials.

Read, write, and interpret technical specifications.

Exercise considerable initiative, sound judgment, and collaborative skills.

Maintain a high degree of organization, with attention to detail and accuracy.

Work independently and/or in a team environment and maintain a professional demeanor.

Handle multiple tasks, prioritize and organize work assignments, and meet established deadlines.

Attend after-hour meetings (City Council, boards, commissions, homeowner associations, etc.) and advise on job-related issues as needed.

Anticipate, identify, and effectively resolve various issues and problems.

Comply with all City and department administrative directives, policies, and procedures.

Demonstrate satisfactory work performance and attendance.

Provide management with sound, positive advice, and information concerning the area of responsibility.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and communicate effectively with the public and other required entities.

**Skills:**

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.

Strong public contact and customer service skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong personal computer skills, with the ability to learn and utilize any job-specific software.

**

Licenses, Certifications and Special Requirements**

Certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is preferred. Must be obtained within one (1) year of hire.

Texas Class C drivers license with a good driving record or ability to obtain the license within the timeframe set by the department.

**Physical Demands**

Physical demands include but are not limited to: sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, standing, walking, twisting, bending, kneeling, stooping, driving, using hands and fingers to operate office equipment and machines, and occasionally lifting and/or moving objects up to and including 25 pounds.

**Working Conditions**

Work is performed primarily in an office setting or a well-lighted and temperature-controlled working environment. Occasional outdoor fieldwork (around creeks, drainage ways, etc.) is required to gather data and information for designs and to supervise construction activities. While in the field, there is exposure to inclement weather, temperature extremes, wet/humid conditions, noise, dust, pollen, fumes, odors, and/or other irritating airborne particles.

**Equipment**

Work shall be performed with tools, appliances, and equipment approved by those agencies and bodies that have control, authority, or approval of the design working ranges or limitations of those items; the employee has the responsibility to conform to those ranges and limitations.

Equipment may include but is not limited to: multi-line telephone, computer, printer, fax, copier, scanner, calculator, and vehicle.

Primary software used includes: ESRI ArcGIS Desktop (ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcReader), Autodesk (AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT, Civil 3D), and Bentley (Microstation).

Other software used includes: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access.

**Additional Notes/Instructions for Applicants**

This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship.