Engineering Associate A, B, or C
City of Austin
Position Information Position Information Posting Title Engineering Associate A, B, or C Job Requisition Number COA093103 Position Number 101151 Job Type Full-Time Division Name Arterial Management Division 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 About Us!
The Austin Transportation and Public Works Department is a highly reliable organization that builds and maintains infrastructure for our community. Our vision is for Austin to be the model for safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation. We value safety, unity, reliability, accountability, integrity, community, and employee fulfillment.
Working for the City of Austin also provides a number health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. For more information on City of Austin Benefits click here.
To watch a video about Austin Transportation and Public Works, click here.
Position Description:
This Engineering Associate position will work in the Design and Construction group of the Arterial Management Division in the Transportation & Public Works Department. The position will be responsible for:
1) Managing the traffic signal request program including the coordination of data collection and drafting of signal studies.
2) Being the primary point of contact with Signs and Markings for entering work tickets, reviewing plans and verifying invoices.
3) Being the primary contact for Texas811 to ensure that AMD enters Texas 811 tickets as needed and reviews Texas811 tickets on a daily basis and assigns to the appropriate AMD work group to mark in the field.
This position will report to the Supervising Engineer of the Design and Construction group.
Salary Range
Engineering Associate A: $27.41 – $33.30
Engineering Associate B: $29.23 – $36.54
Engineering Associate C: $32.23 – $40.29
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.
Travel:If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
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 Salary 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 02/17/2025 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 Experience working with Microsoft Office, excellent writing, and communication skills. Experience working with the Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices Experience working in the AMANDA application. Experience working with traffic signal infrastructure, including reviewing and interpreting construction plans. Ability to travel to more than one work location.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities This position is posted at multiple levels. For Duties, Functions and Responsibilities, please select the appropriate job description below. 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 This position is posted at multiple levels. For Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, please select the appropriate job description below. 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
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 About Us!
The Austin Transportation and Public Works Department is a highly reliable organization that builds and maintains infrastructure for our community. Our vision is for Austin to be the model for safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation. We value safety, unity, reliability, accountability, integrity, community, and employee fulfillment.
Working for the City of Austin also provides a number health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. For more information on City of Austin Benefits click here.
To watch a video about Austin Transportation and Public Works, click here.
Position Description:
This Engineering Associate position will work in the Design and Construction group of the Arterial Management Division in the Transportation & Public Works Department. The position will be responsible for:
1) Managing the traffic signal request program including the coordination of data collection and drafting of signal studies.
2) Being the primary point of contact with Signs and Markings for entering work tickets, reviewing plans and verifying invoices.
3) Being the primary contact for Texas811 to ensure that AMD enters Texas 811 tickets as needed and reviews Texas811 tickets on a daily basis and assigns to the appropriate AMD work group to mark in the field.
This position will report to the Supervising Engineer of the Design and Construction group.
Salary Range
Engineering Associate A: $27.41 – $33.30
Engineering Associate B: $29.23 – $36.54
Engineering Associate C: $32.23 – $40.29
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.
Travel:If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
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 Salary 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 02/17/2025 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 Experience working with Microsoft Office, excellent writing, and communication skills. Experience working with the Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices Experience working in the AMANDA application. Experience working with traffic signal infrastructure, including reviewing and interpreting construction plans. Ability to travel to more than one work location.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities This position is posted at multiple levels. For Duties, Functions and Responsibilities, please select the appropriate job description below. 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 This position is posted at multiple levels. For Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, please select the appropriate job description below. 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 * This position is being posted at 3 levels: Engineering Associate A, Engineering Associate B, or Engineering Associate C. Please identify which position you are applying for, and describe how do you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Detail how you meet the educational requirements, account for the years of related experience, and explain any substitutions of experience for education, or vice-versa.(Open Ended Question)
* How many years of transportation-related study experience do you have? Less than two years 2 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 8 years 8 years or more * Describe your experience reviewing signal construction plans or similar construction plans. Include the number of years of your experience, a brief explanation, and reference from your application where you gained this experience.(Open Ended Question)
* Do you understand that this position may be required to work in the field 50% of the pay period?(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 * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
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