Engineering Associate

Overview

Under general supervision of the Engineering Manager, the Engineering Associate will perform various duties and tasks in support of Traffic Engineering, Right-of-Way, and Traffic Operations. Responsibilities include office and field support; review and tracking status of private, maintenance and capital improvement projects; tracking and inputting information into databases and asset management systems; coordinating information with other City departments; providing information in response to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Management of right-of-way permitting, licensing, and review of traffic control plans, designs and specifications

• Maintain records, reports, files and construction plans

• Provide office and field support

• Track status and coordination of requests from the public, contractors, internal City Departments and external agencies

• Review, research, and maintenance of records for traffic control devices, street lighting, residential traffic management requests

• Coordination and review of private, maintenance and capital improvement projects

• Review, research, and record data for traffic signal systems, signs, and pavement markings

• Track field changes using databases and asset management software

• Assist in the review and management of maintenance plans

• Development of layouts, sketches, plans, calculations, estimates, memos, presentations

• Attends and participates in meetings as assigned

• Coordinate workflow for projects

• Assist with walk-ins, handles phone call, email, and work order requests

• Help with special projects, as assigned in support of Traffic Engineering/Operations functions

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Exempt - Full-Time

• Non-rotating 40-hour work week, Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

• Must be available to work additional hours as needed

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree (AA/ AS); or 2-year technical certificate

• Two (2) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hiring

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

• Clearing House Query: No

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.