Graduate Engineer I (Pipelines Governmental Engineering)

Job Description:

Graduate Engineer I (Pipelines Governmental Engineering)

Description

Grade 18 - Starting Annual Salary: $53,944.00. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY
The Graduate Engineer I 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

Closing Date/Time: 1/12/2025 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$53,944.00 - $92,558.00 Annually