Engineer

at  City of Houston TX

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with 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.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Requires registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. A specific branch of engineering (such as civil, mechanical, structural, etc.) may be required.
Engineers from out-of-state must
be hired in a position directly under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed by the State of Texas;

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position within the Project Delivery Branch in Houston Public Works (HPW) would perform duties to assist the Managing Engineer in facilitating traffic signal, safety, ITS, bikeway, and sidewalk design and construction projects.

Duties/Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Identifies, analyzes and designs roadway safety improvements, and assists in coordination with Project Management team for implementation
• Develops Engineering design exhibits and estimates construction quantities and project costs ? Evaluates project backlog to prioritize safety improvements
• Reviews traffic signal, safety, ITS, bikeway, and sidewalk projects to ensure that the latest City of Houston standards are incorporated in all road improvement projects
• Communicates directly or indirectly with consultants and contractors to resolve disputes and ensure technical quality
• Performs field investigations to verify existing conditions and verify feasibility of improvement options
• Prepares and delivers presentations in public and private forums
• Researches and prepares responses to project inquiries from citizens and other city personnel
• Coordinates the implementation of assigning projects and contracts to contractors/consultants.
• Interprets contract language, and researches current and previous contracts on record.
• Provides general supervision and coordination in reviewing contractor’s compliance with plans and specifications.
• Prepares administrative documents and correspondence such as contracts, pay estimates, change orders, reports, letters, forms, procedural guidelines, and schedules.

CORE VALUES In alignment with the Houston Public Works Five to Thrive Values we adhere to the following core values:

• Respect - we listen and care
• Ownership - we find solutions, instead of excuses
• Communication - we are reliable and clear
• Integrity - we are truthful and keep our word
• Teamwork – we work together