Engineering Associate A, B, or C

Job Description:

Engineering Associate A, B, or C

Description

Minimum Qualifications
Engineering Associate A:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering or in a field related to the job.
• Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.

Engineering Associate B:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering or in a field related to the job, plus two (2) years related experience.
• Experience may be substituted for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.

Engineering Associate C:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to engineering, plus four (4) years of experience in a field related to the job, one (1) year in a lead capacity.
• Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years

Licenses or Certifications:
None.
Notes to Applicants
The Engineering Associate A, B, or C will work with a Professional Engineer to assist with traffic engineering investigations and customer service requests in the Transportation Engineering Division, Transportation and Public Works Department. The preferred candidate should demonstrate knowledge in traffic engineering fundamentals, skill in oral and written communication, and ability to make decisions in conformance with established practices and to work with the general public.

Note: This is not an engineering track position

Salary Range
Engineering Associate A: $27.41 - $33.30
Engineering Associate B: $29.23 - $36.54
Engineering Associate C: $32.23 - $40.29

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Regarding your Application:
A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.

90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:

If the same or an additional vacancy occurs within the Public Works Department in the same job title within 90 days after the start date of the top candidate, the additional position may be offered to another top candidate from the same candidate pool. This may include filling other vacancies with the same job title in other division/work locations within the City of Austin Public Works Department. Decisions on assigned selection may be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.

Education Verification:
If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be required.

Assessment:
This position may require a skills assessment.

Close Job Posting:
Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

Video Conferencing Software Technology:
Austin Transportation and Public Works Department uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.

PLEASE NOTE : Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation. If the position you are applying for has the ability/opportunity to telework, we offer a hybrid schedule to work in office and remotely.


Office Location Notes:
Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
Pay Range
See Notes to Applicants
Hours
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

*Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.
Job Close Date 01/23/2025 Type of Posting External Department Transportation & Public Works Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 5202 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78741 Preferred Qualifications

• Working experience or knowledge of traffic engineering and using TMUTCD guidelines.
• Working experience or knowledge of applicability of established engineering principles and methods.
• Experience incorporating field data into a database.
• Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City of Austin employees and the public.
• Experience in working with the community and neighborhoods, attend neighborhood meetings, and assist in resolving or interpreting traffic engineering city, state and federal guidelines.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Engineering Associate A
Engineering Associate B
Engineering Associate C

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Engineering Associate A
Engineering Associate B
Engineering Associate C

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Engineering Associate A are: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in engineering or in a field related to the job. Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years. Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?

• Yes
• No

* Please briefly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications above.
(Open Ended Question)
* How would you describe your public speaking and written technical communication experience with City officials, residents, public stakeholders, and local/regional transportation agencies?

• Experience with all 4 groups
• Experience with 3 of 4
• Experience with 2
• Experience with 1
• None

* How many years of experience do you have in application of the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD) to engineering evaluations?

• None
• 1 - 2
• 3 - 4
• 5 or more

* Please describe your experience preparing written communication, providing oral communication and delivering progress reports to leadership.
(Open Ended Question)
* If selected for this position, the relevant work history on your application is used to determine your rate of pay. Your submission of a complete application is critical to the pay calculation. Your overall relevant experience from your employment application will be used in this calculation, not the resume or cover letter. Do you understand these statements?

• Yes
• No

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents