Engineer I - Traffic Engineer

Reporting directly to an assigned Supervising Engineer or Senior Engineer. Performs transportation, drainage, and land development engineering projects. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Performs planning, engineering analysis and design for transportation, drainage, and land development projects Prepares transportation engineering plans, specifications & estimates (PS&E) Analyzes and prepares floodplain and detention studies Prepares technical correspondence to professional consultants, other governmental entities, and the public Reviews Floodplain Development Permits, including interpreting flood studies and determining site-specific flood elevations Responds to drainage / floodplain complaints and coordinates with public to develop feasible solutions utilizing site visits, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and investigations Coordinates and prepares documents and updates for engineering meetings and public hearings Analyzes subdivision plats, construction plans and permits Performs pavement field evaluations Identifies potential floodplain violations and collaborates with inspections on resolution Attends all meetings and trainings, as required Performs special duties as assigned ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS Reports directly to – An Assigned Supervising Engineer or Senior Engineer Direct Reports : No PHYSICAL DEMANDS Position involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, bending, heavy lifting and operating equipment Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Indoor and outdoor work in all environments, including inclement weather Regular travel between work sites Exposure to dust, chemicals, fumes, bacteria, fungus and high noise levels IRREGULAR HOURS Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency 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 Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and engineering development systems and software LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required P.E. (Professional Engineer) Licensure Required within thirty (30) days of employment Valid Texas driver’s license Required within six (6) months of employment Texas P.E. (Professional Engineer) Licensure PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field Two (2) years of roadway geometric and drainage design experience Two (2) years of FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) Floodplain Development experience including 3D flood modeling experience 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 : No Psychological exam : No Additional : N / A SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilco.org / hr. Williamson County 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. TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. About the company Williamson County is a county in the US state of Texas. #J-18808-Ljbffr