ENGINEER-IN-TRAINING

Job Description:

ENGINEER-IN-TRAINING

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from:All Persons Interested

Service Line/Section:Houston Permitting Center/Office of the City Engineer
Reporting Location : 1002 Washington Ave., 2nd floor
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm *
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Engineer-In-Training (EIT) provides a support role within the Office of The City Engineer (OCE). OCE is dedicated to enforcing the City of Houston's (City) Infrastructure Design Manual for both public and private capital improvement within the City's right-of-way. The candidate will be expected to receive professional engineering licensure within five years of being hired as an E.I.T.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists in updating the City's Infrastructure Design Manual (IDM), which is the City’s governing document for engineering design of civil infrastructure located within the right-of-way.
• Assists in the reviewing, updating and writing construction specifications and standard drawings.
• Schedules meetings, creates meeting agendas, and tracks minutes of meetings.
• Interacts with engineering community concerning various issues and proposes solutions to problems revealed by interactions.
• Contributes to and assists in leading IDM and specification review meetings.
• Reviews and verifies that project manuals abide by most current specification requirements.
• Assist Supervisor to complete tasks and special projects as required.
• Discusses engineering matters and provides guidance to consultants, owners and the general public regarding engineering design requirements.
• Investigates and/or responds to inquiries from technical personnel and the general public on design criteria and project specifications.
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing and provide excellent customer relations.
• Reviews and evaluates the adequacy of various products submitted by vendors for use throughout the City's infrastructure.
• Improves operations, processes and performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking and standing. May require walking on rough surfaces during inspections and investigations.

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

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering that is approved by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers as of satisfactory standing, and possession of a valid Engineer-in-Training Certificate issued by the Board under the current requirements of the Texas Engineering Practice Act.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
No experience is required.

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

PREFERENCES

Preference may be given to applicants who have/demonstrate:

• Technical writing experience.
• Who demonstrate proficiency using Rules & Regulations Technical Standards and Microsoft Office applications.
• Candidates with excellent communication skills and superior customer service attributes.

*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 evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: 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 832-393-6015.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6015 (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
• 13 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

Closing Date/Time: 6/20/2026 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$35.08 - $36.16 Hourly