Engineer I - Road & Bridge

Williamson County, TX

$103K — $118K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and engineering development systems and software
  • P.E. (Professional Engineer) Licensure required upon hire
  • Valid Texas driver's license required within 30 days of employment
  • Texas P.E. (Professional Engineer) Licensure required within 6 months of employment
  • Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field preferred
  • 2 years of roadway geometric and drainage design experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Perform planning, engineering analysis, and design for transportation, drainage, and land development projects
  • Prepare transportation engineering plans, specifications & estimates (PS&E)
  • Analyze and prepare floodplain and detention studies
  • Review Floodplain Development Permits and interpret flood studies
  • Respond to drainage/floodplain complaints and develop feasible solutions
  • Coordinate and prepare documents for engineering meetings and public hearings
  • Perform pavement field evaluations and identify potential floodplain violations

Benefits

  • Full-time position with stability in a governmental department
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Engagement in diverse projects related to community infrastructure
  • Exposure to various environmental factors enhances real-world engineering experience
  • Potential for career advancement within the public sector
Full Job Description
Salary: $103,174.61 - $118,651.00 Annually
Location : Georgetown: 3151 S/E Inner Loop, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 14.02766
Department: Department of Infrastructure
Opening Date: 04/06/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

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.
01

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field?
  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and engineering development systems and software?
  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you currently hold a P.E. (Professional Engineer) Licensure?
  • Yes
  • No

04

Do you currently possess a valid Texas driver's license or are you able to obtain one within thirty (30) days of hire?
  • Yes
  • No

05

Do you acknowledge and agree that you will obtain a Texas P.E. (Professional Engineer) Licensure within six (6) months of employment?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

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