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Graduate Engineer

Salary

$34.24 - $37.79 Hourly

Location

Houston, Texas

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

36920

Department

Houston Public Works

Opening Date

08/13/2025

Closing Date

9/23/2025 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division/Section: Engineering/Traffic Engineering

Reporting Location: 611 Walker St.

Workdays & Hours: Monday-Friday/8:00am - 5:00pm. *

* Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This posting is for a graduate engineer position within the Traffic Engineering Group in Houston Public Works (HPW). We are a small, passionate group that works to promote traffic safety on the roads in Houston so that roads are safe for all users. We collaborate closely with many partners, including the Houston Planning and Development Department, METRO transit agency, Houston Police Department, private developers, advocacy groups, and neighborhood associations to ensure that projects are coordinated. In this role, we can have significant impacts on a wide variety of significant projects in the 4th largest city in America. We also work directly with HPW’s maintenance groups and issue work orders to them for rapid roadway improvements to operations and safety.

Specific duties of this position will include but are not limited to:

+ Investigate requests for new traffic signals, including field visits, manual traffic counts, and crash analysis

+ Identify and design roadway safety improvements, and submit work orders for implementation

+ Coordinate with the traffic count group to identify locations for detailed traffic counts

+ Use existing traffic counts and crash data to build a crash rate database to prioritize safety improvements

+ Reviewing capital projects to ensure that the latest traffic engineering safety standards are incorporated in all road improvement projects

+ Review Traffic Impact Analyses (TIAs) from private developers

+ Prepare and deliver presentations in public and private forums

+ Participate in Road Safety Audits along specific corridors and locations

+ Research and prepare responses to project inquiries from citizens and other city personnel

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable: the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, bending, lifting, etc.

This is a Houston Public Works Engineering Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering that is approved by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with a satisfactory standing;

OR

Requires graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board and passage of the eight hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board;

OR

Possession of a valid Engineering-in-Training Certificate issued by the Board under the current requirements of the Texas Engineering Practice Act.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

No experience required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

Preference given to applicants with a valid Texas Driver’s License and be incompliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP2-2).

Preference may be given to applicants with a valid Engineering-in-Training Certificate issued by the Board under the current requirements of the Texas Engineering Practice Act.

Preference may be given to applicants with a Professional Engineer license from the State of Texas.

Knowledge of AutoCAD and MicroStation.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including: Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint

Solid oral and written communication skills

Able to handle multiple, competing, and changing priorities

Strong interpersonal skills, team player attitude, and the ability to establish excellent working relationships at diverse levels

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None

However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE 22

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6120.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6120(TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Wellness

+ Supplemental Insurance

+ Life insurance

+ Long-term disability

+ Retirement pension

+ 457 deferred compensation plan

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ 10 days of vacation each year

+ 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

+ Compensable Sick Leave

+ Personal Leave

+ Flexible schedules

+ Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions

+ Professional development opportunities

+ Transportation/parking plan

+ Section 125 pretax deductions

+ Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

+ Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves

+ Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

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Do you have at least a Bachelor's degree in Engineering that is approved by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with a satisfactory standing. OR Did you graduate from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board and passage of the eight hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board? OR Do you posses a valid Engineering-in-Training Certificate issued by the Board under the current requirements of the Texas Engineering Practice Act?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you have a valid drivers license?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Do you currently hold an active Engineering-in-Training certification?

+ Yes

+ No

05

Do you currently hold an active Professional Engineer license from the State of Texas ?

+ Yes

+ No

06

I have the following experience in: (Check all that apply).

+ Microsoft Word

+ Microsoft Excel

+ Microsoft Outlook

+ Teams

+ SharePoint

07

Are you a current Houston Public Works Employee?

+ Yes

+ No

08

Have you completely and truthfully answered question #9 on the application regarding employment gaps? (failing to clarify employment gaps may result in the disqualification or delay of your application.)

+ Yes

+ No

09

Describe your experience and knowledge developing and reviewing traffic engineering plans (Traffic Control, Signing & Pavement Markings, Roadway plan and profile, traffic signals… etc.).

10

Describe your knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Texas Transportation Code, and the City's Infrastructure Design Manual.

11

Describe your experience and knowledge developing and reviewing traffic engineering studies.

12

What do you think is the top action we could take to improve roadway safety in Houston?

13

Do you have a valid / current driver's license?

+ Yes

+ No

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