Salary: $92,813.00 - $148,502.00 Annually
Location : Missouri City, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Division: ENGINEERING
Opening Date: 06/04/2026
Closing Date: 8/16/2026 11:55 PM Central

Definition
This is a senior-level, professional staff, full-time position within the Public Works Department. The Assistant City Engineer manages, plans, and directs engineering and maintenance activities and personnel pertaining to the efficient and uninterrupted operation of the City's public infrastructure systems. This position performs complex professional civil engineering work related to the design, inspection, construction, maintenance, and administration of public infrastructure, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects, and private development projects. Work involves ensuring compliance with approved plans and specifications, City codes, and local, state, and federal regulations.
The position is responsible for managing engineering staff, consultants, contractors, and development review activities while supporting the City Engineer and Director of Public Works in accomplishing departmental and organizational goals.

Examples of Work

• Directs, supervises, and reviews the work of engineering staff to accomplish operational plans and objectives.
• Plans and oversees engineering workflow, assigns projects and deadlines, and monitors staff productivity and performance.
• Reviews development projects for compliance with applicable City Codes, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates and administers engineering development review processes including plats, permits, right-of-way documents, and easements.
• Conducts engineering and feasibility studies related to City infrastructure improvements and maintenance projects.
• Develops plans, specifications, cost estimates, bid documents, and contract documents for infrastructure and capital projects.
• Coordinates bid advertisements, evaluates bids, conducts pre-bid and pre-construction meetings, and prepares agenda items for contract awards.
• Manages consultants, contractors, and construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, schedules, and budgets.
• Inspects or oversees inspections of public and private infrastructure improvements for compliance with City standards and regulations.
• Reviews plans and specifications prepared by consulting engineers and architects for accuracy, completeness, and engineering compliance.
• Prepares and delivers reports, presentations, and agenda items for City Council, boards, commissions, and executive management.
• Develops and implements stormwater management and drainage programs, including compliance with MS4, NPDES, NFIP, and CRS requirements.
• Provides engineering assistance and technical guidance regarding transportation systems, streets, drainage, traffic operations, utilities, and public facilities.
• Conducts field reviews and evaluations of traffic signal systems, drainage systems, and roadway infrastructure and recommends corrective actions.
• Responds to resident concerns, public inquiries, and complaints related to engineering and infrastructure matters.
• Maintains project documentation, prepares correspondence, and coordinates with governmental agencies, consultants, contractors, and utility providers.
• Monitors engineering regulations, standards, and best practices and recommends operational and procedural improvements.
• Serves as part of the Emergency Management Team and participates in emergency response and recovery operations.
• Performs the duties of the City Engineer in their absence.
• Performs other related duties as assigned and remains subject to 24-hour recall.

Education, Experience, or Certification
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, and a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible municipal engineering experience, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory role, are required.
Possession of a valid Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) License is required.
Possession of a valid certification or the ability to obtain the same within two (2) years is preferred including not limited to:

• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Supplemental Information
The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

BENEFITS Medical Plans (Three Options)

1. Cigna - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)
   
   • Plan Type: High-Deductible Medical Health Plan
   • Provider: Cigna
   • Deductibles:
     
     • Single: $2,500 annually
     • Family: $5,000 annually
   • Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
     
     • Single: $5,000 annually
     • Family: $10,000 annually
   • Additional Details:
     
     • Employee pays dependent premiums
     • Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details
   • Health Savings Account (HSA)
   • Provider: H.S.A. Bank
   • Features:
     
     • Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses
     • Contribution Limits:
       
       • Employee only: $4,400 (IRS Limit)
       • Employee & Family: $8,750 (IRS Limit)
       • Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000
     • City Contributions:
       
       • Employee only: $1,500
       • Employee & Family: $2,750
     • Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee
2. PPO Plan
   
   • Provider: Cigna
   • Deductibles:
     
     • Single: $1,500 annually
     • Family: $3,000 annually
   • Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
     
     • Single: $4,500 annually
     • Family: $9,000 annually
   • Prescription Drug Co-pays:
     
     • Generic: $10
     • Preferred: $40
     • Non-Preferred: $80
3. EPO Plan
   
   • Provider: Cigna
   • Deductibles:
     
     • Single: $1,500 annually
     • Family: $3,000 annually
   • Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
     
     • Single: $4,500 annually
     • Family: $9,000 annually
   • Prescription Drug Co-pays:
     
     • Generic: $10
     • Preferred: $45
     • Non-Preferred: $80

Dental Plans (Two Options)

1. DHMO Plan
   
   • Provider: Cigna
   • Features:
     
     • No deductible
     • No annual maximum
     • Member co-pay depends on the procedure
2. PPO Plan
   
   • Provider: Cigna
   • Features:
     
     • $1,500 per person annual maximum
     • $1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum

Vision

• Provider: Vision Service Plan
• Features:
  
  • Eye Exam $10 Copay
  • Frames $150 Allowance Annually

Life Insurance

• Provider: Ochs Securian Financial
• Coverage:
  
  • $50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)
  • $10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)
  • Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000

Flexible Spending Account

• Provider: Flores
• Features:
  
  • Pre-tax Medical Spending Account
  • Pre-tax Dependent Care Account

Supplemental Insurance Policies

• Provider: Aflac
  
  • Accident
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Critical Illness
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)

• Statewide retirement system
• 7% employee contribution
• City contributes 2 to 1

Optional Deferred Compensation

• 457 Plan and ROTH IRA available through Mission-Square

Other Benefits
Holidays

• 13 paid holidays per calendar year:
  
  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Good Friday
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veterans Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Friday after Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Eve
  • Christmas Day
  • One additional floating holiday for regular, full-time employees

Vacation

• Earned based on years of service:
  
  • 0-5 years: 14 days
  • 6 years: 15 days
  • 7 years: 16 days
  • 8 years: 17 days
  • 9 years: 18 days
  • 10-14 years: 19 days
  • 15 years or more: 20 days
• Employees working a 24-hour shift, including sleeping time, will have each shift counted as two 12-hour days.

Sick Leave

• 6 days per calendar year.

Educational Reimbursement

• With prior approval of the employee's supervisor and Department Director, the City may reimburse up to 100 % of the cost of tuition, books, lab fees, etc. for work-related courses or degree plans associated with the employee's current responsibilities or workshops/seminars and professional training sessions. This is based on the successful completion of required course(s) with a passing grade of C or better. The maximum reimbursement is $3000 per Fiscal Year.
  Contact the City's HR/OD Department for benefits summary, rates and additional details...

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Provider: Alliance Work Partners
• 8 free counseling visits per family member, per issue, per year.

Wellness Program

• Free/reduced health screenings, health fairs, and free memberships to the Tennis & Recreation Center.

Fun Benefits

• Annual events like the Employee Holiday Luncheon's, and Public Service Recognition Week.

01

Are you licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas, or eligible for licensure by comity? If not currently licensed in Texas, please explain your timeline for obtaining licensure.

• Yes
• No

02

Is your bachelor's degree in engineering accredited by ABET or the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least five years of progressive responsible municipal experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have at least two years of supervisory experience (can be included as part of your overall municipal experience)? If yes, please detail the number of employees you supervised.

• Yes
• No

Required Question