Graduate Engineer

About the Role

The San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) is seeking a Graduate Engineer or newly licensed professional Engineer to assist with a variety of engineering and non-engineering tasks to support SJRA's mission, operating divisions, and customers. This role involves performing data collection, routine technical work, coordinating with personnel, and conducting engineering analyses related to raw water, potable water, and wastewater infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs technical services for the planning, development, operation, and maintenance of various divisions (G&A, Lake Conroe, Bear Branch, Flood Management, Highlands, The Woodlands, and GRP).
• Under guidance and supervision:
• Collects and analyzes data.
• Performs calculations.
• Supports design development.
• Drafts technical reports.
• Reviews and comments on technical reports.
• Assists with project scope of works preparation.
• Assists in the development of project management plans.
• Supports engineering services during construction, which may include in-house development of design drawings, cost estimates, and specifications.
• Assists with contract management tasks, including administration, monitoring, review, and oversight of professional, construction, and other miscellaneous services contracts.
• Understands and applies relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements to engineering activities.
• Reviews, comments on, and provides recommendations for technical reports, studies, permit applications, proposed plans, specifications, cost estimates, and calculations to ensure compliance with project scope, divisional needs, SJRA standards, and budget requirements.
• Acquires and applies knowledge of standard software applications (Procore, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Infoworks ICM, WaterGEMS, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and technical procedures to prepare exhibits/drawings, perform hydraulic modeling, and manage project documentation.
• Observes construction and/or operations and maintenance activities to gain knowledge of raw water, potable water, and/or wastewater infrastructure.
• Meets schedules, budgets, and deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
• Participates in professional societies for continuing education on emerging technologies and industry issues to support SJRA's strategic initiatives.
• This position is classified as a safety sensitive position and is subject to random, unannounced drug and alcohol testing.
• This position is classified as secondary essential personnel and requires work during emergency event preparation and/or recovery as directed.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Texas Driver’s License with insurable driving record required.
• Knowledge of standard software applications: Procore, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Infoworks ICM, WaterGEMS, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Qualifications

Graduate Engineer 1

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil, Environmental, Agricultural, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification in the State of Texas or the ability to obtain an EIT within 1 year of employment.

Graduate Engineer 3

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil, Environmental, Agricultural, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 3 years of engineering experience related to water and sewer utilities.
• Experience with pump stations, water plants, wastewater plants, and drainage systems.
• A Master’s degree substitutes as 1 year of experience.
• Engineer-in-Training Certification in the State of Texas is required.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Teamwork
• Pursuit of excellence
• Ability to work with all divisions, departments, and organizations necessary to accomplish SJRA's mission.