JOB SUMMARY
The Transportation Engineer assists the Deputy Director/City Engineer in planning, designing, and overseeing public infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standards. They conduct technical analyses, ensure regulatory compliance, prepare and maintain project documentation, and conduct field inspections. They also communicate with the public and stakeholders, implement quality control measures, incorporate sustainable practices, and collaborate with other departments and contractors. Additionally, they identify and address issues during project execution, assist in budget management, and participate in training and professional development opportunities.

COMPETENCIES:

Safety Acumen
Self-Leadership
Citizen Value
Communication
Self-Awareness
Flexible
Critical Thinking
Trust
Responsible
Ethical

KEY FUNCTIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Assist the City Engineer in planning, designing, and overseeing public infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standards.
Conduct technical analyses and feasibility studies to support project planning and decision-making.
Analyze traffic flow, optimize signals, and design intersection improvements to reduce congestion and delays.
Ensure all engineering activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations and standards.
Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including reports, plans, and specifications.
Conduct field inspections to assess project progress, verify compliance with specifications, and identify any issues that need to be addressed.
Communicate with the public, stakeholders, and government agencies to provide information about engineering projects and address any concerns.
Implement quality control measures to ensure that engineering projects meet specified standards and requirements.
Work closely with other departments, contractors, and stakeholders to coordinate efforts and ensure successful project outcomes.
Identify and address issues that arise during project planning and execution, developing effective solutions to keep projects on track.
Assist in the preparation and administration of the engineering department's budget, ensuring efficient use of resources.
Performs related tasks as necessary.

Minimum Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree with 7 years of experience or a Master's degree with 5 years of experience

Special Certifications & Licenses

Valid Texas Driver’s License
Professional Engineer (PE) License

Independence & Judgement

Receives instructions as to work results to be attained; responsible for recognizing moderately complex problems and taking responsibility for resolving them; refers very complex problems to supervisor; otherwise just reports on problem and solution after the fact; results monitored for soundness and judgment (e.g., plant superintendent, manager below department director level, etc.).

Initiative & Ingenuity

Progressive level of specialization requiring a large amount of interpretation and non-standard responses to varied situations; must know where to go for answers (not all sitting there in procedures manual); must take multiple factors into account; control over priorities (e.g., assistant managers, etc.)

Supervisory & Responsibility

Organizes, plans, and controls the work of assigned employees; coaches and advises subordinates on job performance; responsible for disciplinary actions; participates in hiring and discharge interviews and/or recommendations on hiring and discharge are given substantial weight.

Financial Responsibility

Calculates amounts due, using some judgment; receives and processes larger amounts (several thousand dollars on one day not uncommon); balances receipts and cash from one or more other employees; monitors budget; brings problems to attention of supervisor; has substantive input into overall organizational budget (e.g., senior accountant, etc.).

Level & Frequency of Outside Contact

Lots of contact with highly varied groups involving sensitive or difficult interactions that require persuasion and negotiations (e.g., district attorneys, police officers).

Physical Demands

Light physical effort (e.g., construction inspector, etc.).

Responsibility for Equipment & Property

Responsible for assigned equipment/property used outside of office; responsible for handing out to and retrieving property/equipment from employees and keeping inventory; use of agency vehicle (e.g., positions that include operating light equipment, such as a lawnmower, chainsaw, mechanic’s tools, etc.).

Working Conditions

Fair inside or outside conditions; exposure to disagreeable conditions is brief or otherwise insignificant; space problems; only occasional situations that place the employee in a stressful environment.

Other Requirements

The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.

ADA Requirements

The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Benefits

The City of Brownsville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its employees' well-being and future. Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.

The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife. Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan. Additionally, pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.

Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.
The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually. Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life experience.
Starting in fiscal year 2025, employees will have access to flexible scheduling options as part of our commitment to work-life balance.

EEOC Statements

The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

Education and Experience
Bachelor degree with 7 years of experience or a Masters degree with 5 years of experience

Special Certifications and License
Valid Texas Driver’s License
Professional Engineer (PE) License

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About City of Brownsville

Purpose Statement To provide the best value in service to the citizens of Brownsville through Participatory Leadership. About Brownsville Brownsville's semi-tropical climate is recognized as one of the most delightful in the nation. The city has an average temperature of 74 degrees and an average rainfall of 25.55 inches. Average relative humidity is 75.25%. The comfortable year-round climate provides for an abundance of recreational fun and activities. Residents regularly visit Matamoros and South Padre Island as both places are only minutes away. Brownsville's population is quickly approaching 200,000 and growing. Our sister city of Matamoros has a population in excess of 750,000. As the seat of Cameron County, we are a city rich in history and one of the fastest growing areas in the United States. An image of Old Downtown Brownsville that reads A Brief History on it. Our Valued Past Time has seen Brownsville grow from a Mexican War military post to the largest city in the Rio Grande Valley and one of the most important historic sites in the State of Texas. Brownsville was a prominent player in the Civil War, earning the title "back door to the Confederacy" by vi...rtue of the fact that trade goods especially cotton could be taken to Mexico and shipped out, avoiding the Union blockade of Confederate ports. Matamoros Long before Brownsville came into being, Matamoros was an important city for residents of both sides of the river. Matamoros went by name of San Juan de los Esteros and Congregacion del Refugio before taking its present name in 1828. Europeans had been in the area since 1519, 1689, respectively, before Jose de Escandon brought the first group of European families to settle the area in 1746. For nearly a century, all of Texas was either a part of Mexico or claimed by Spain. After Mexico's independence from Spain in 1821, it was not long before revolutions and wars brought the Texas boundary to the Nueces River and the Rio Grande. Texas Revolution Jump ahead to the Texas Revolution of 1836 when the dispute over the boundary between the fledgling Republic of Texas and the Republic of Mexico began. That dispute simmered even as Texas joined the United States of America in 1845 and was finally settled by the War with Mexico, 1846-1848. That war began on May 8, 1846 with the battle of Palo Alto, followed by the battle of Resaca de la Palma the next day. It was during this time that Brownsville had its beginning. U.S. Army Major Jacob Brown was killed by cannon fire in Fort Texas on the Rio Time has seen Brownsville grow from a Mexican War military post to the largest city in the Rio Grande Valley and one of the most important historic sites in the State of Texas. Brownsville Beginnings The settlement around the fort was called Brownsville, a founding date of 1848 is generally accepted for the city. Finally incorporated in 1853, Brownsville was named the county seat of Cameron County (named after Ewen Cameron, a U.S. soldier killed by a Mexican firing squad during the war). Its location on the river helped establish Brownsville as a trade center for southern Texas. The city prospered and steamboat traffic on the river further enhanced Brownsville's status as an economic center. Secession The secession came in 1861, as Texas became part of the Confederate States of America. As a result of the North's naval blockade, Brownsville's importance was further magnified from a trade perspective. With its proximity to the Mexican port of Bagdad, Brownsville was more important to the rebels and their fight against the U.S. Civil War Of particular local interest is the fact that the last battle of the Civil War took place just east of Brownsville on May 13, 1865, with rebel Col. Rip Ford besting the union forces in that last fight. Brownsville thus claims the first battle of the War with Mexico and the last battle of the Civil War. Great fortunes were made in Brownsville and Matamoros during the Civil War, as trade with both sides was the rule. One of the most successful businessmen to make money during the war was Charles Stillman, one of the first developers of Brownsville. After the war, many merchants turned their attention to the cattle industry. Chisolm Trail The Chisolm Trail began in Brownsville with the owners of big ranches: Garcia Kennedy King McAllen Young Yturria All of which supplied cattle for the drives to rail-heads in Kansas. Beginning Modes of Transportation Steamboats were still a major mode of transportation after the Civil War, with traffic as far upriver as Camargo and Roma. In the late 1860s, a group of Brownsville investors, led by Simon Celaya, built the first South Texas railroad, a narrow-gauge line from Point Isabel to Brownsville. It took 40 more years before Brownsville connected to the outside via railroad. When the first big steam engine came chugging into Brownsville in 1904, it was cause for celebration because passengers could travel by rail from Brownsville to anywhere in the U.S. while farmers and merchants could ship their wares to any market in Texas or the U.S. The 20th Century had arrived! Firsts for Brownsville continued in 1929 with the first Pan American flight to Mexico City from the City Airport, piloted by none other than Charles Lindbergh. In 1936, the Port of Brownsville was opened, providing a deep sea outlet to and from any port in the world. By this time, Brownsville could boast transportation means by highway, rail, air and sea. Brownsville Today The City of Brownsville Today Brownsville is the largest city in the Rio Grande Valley with a population of approximately 185,000. It covers nearly 150 square miles and has some 350 miles of paved streets. With an assessed valuation of more than $7.5 billion, the city has nearly quadrupled its wealth in the past 15 years. Brownsville is proud of our past and annually hosts thousands of tourists who not only take in the history but the climate and proximity to Mexico as well.

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They also communicate with the public and stakeholders, implement quality control measures, incorporate sustainable practices, and collaborate with other departments and contractors. Additionally, they identify and address issues during project execution, assist in budget management, and participate in training and professional development opportunities. COMPETENCIES: Safety Acumen Self-Leadership Citizen Value Communication Self-Awareness Flexible Critical Thinking Trust Responsible Ethical KEY FUNCTIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: Assist the City Engineer in planning, designing, and overseeing public infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standards. Conduct technical analyses and feasibility studies to support project planning and decision-making. Analyze traffic flow, optimize signals, and design intersection improvements to reduce congestion and delays. Ensure all engineering activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations and standards. Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including reports, plans, and specifications. Conduct field inspections to assess project progress, verify compliance with specifications, and identify any issues that need to be addressed. Communicate with the public, stakeholders, and government agencies to provide information about engineering projects and address any concerns. Implement quality control measures to ensure that engineering projects meet specified standards and requirements. Work closely with other departments, contractors, and stakeholders to coordinate efforts and ensure successful project outcomes. Identify and address issues that arise during project planning and execution, developing effective solutions to keep projects on track. Assist in the preparation and administration of the engineering department's budget, ensuring efficient use of resources. Performs related tasks as necessary. Minimum Education & Experience Bachelor's degree with 7 years of experience or a Master's degree with 5 years of experience Special Certifications & Licenses Valid Texas Driver’s License Professional Engineer (PE) License Independence & Judgement Receives instructions as to work results to be attained; responsible for recognizing moderately complex problems and taking responsibility for resolving them; refers very complex problems to supervisor; otherwise just reports on problem and solution after the fact; results monitored for soundness and judgment (e.g., plant superintendent, manager below department director level, etc.). Initiative & Ingenuity Progressive level of specialization requiring a large amount of interpretation and non-standard responses to varied situations; must know where to go for answers (not all sitting there in procedures manual); must take multiple factors into account; control over priorities (e.g., assistant managers, etc.) Supervisory & Responsibility Organizes, plans, and controls the work of assigned employees; coaches and advises subordinates on job performance; responsible for disciplinary actions; participates in hiring and discharge interviews and/or recommendations on hiring and discharge are given substantial weight. Financial Responsibility Calculates amounts due, using some judgment; receives and processes larger amounts (several thousand dollars on one day not uncommon); balances receipts and cash from one or more other employees; monitors budget; brings problems to attention of supervisor; has substantive input into overall organizational budget (e.g., senior accountant, etc.). Level & Frequency of Outside Contact Lots of contact with highly varied groups involving sensitive or difficult interactions that require persuasion and negotiations (e.g., district attorneys, police officers). Physical Demands Light physical effort (e.g., construction inspector, etc.). Responsibility for Equipment & Property Responsible for assigned equipment/property used outside of office; responsible for handing out to and retrieving property/equipment from employees and keeping inventory; use of agency vehicle (e.g., positions that include operating light equipment, such as a lawnmower, chainsaw, mechanic’s tools, etc.). Working Conditions Fair inside or outside conditions; exposure to disagreeable conditions is brief or otherwise insignificant; space problems; only occasional situations that place the employee in a stressful environment. Other Requirements The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check. ADA Requirements The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations. Benefits The City of Brownsville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its employees' well-being and future. Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age. The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife. Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan. Additionally, pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit. Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually. The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually. Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life experience. Starting in fiscal year 2025, employees will have access to flexible scheduling options as part of our commitment to work-life balance. EEOC Statements The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. Education and Experience Bachelor degree with 7 years of experience or a Masters degree with 5 years of experience Special Certifications and License Valid Texas Driver’s License Professional Engineer (PE) License Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs About City of Brownsville Purpose Statement To provide the best value in service to the citizens of Brownsville through Participatory Leadership. About Brownsville Brownsville's semi-tropical climate is recognized as one of the most delightful in the nation. The city has an average temperature of 74 degrees and an average rainfall of 25.55 inches. Average relative humidity is 75.25%. The comfortable year-round climate provides for an abundance of recreational fun and activities. Residents regularly visit Matamoros and South Padre Island as both places are only minutes away. Brownsville's population is quickly approaching 200,000 and growing. Our sister city of Matamoros has a population in excess of 750,000. As the seat of Cameron County, we are a city rich in history and one of the fastest growing areas in the United States. An image of Old Downtown Brownsville that reads A Brief History on it. Our Valued Past Time has seen Brownsville grow from a Mexican War military post to the largest city in the Rio Grande Valley and one of the most important historic sites in the State of Texas. Brownsville was a prominent player in the Civil War, earning the title "back door to the Confederacy" by vi...rtue of the fact that trade goods especially cotton could be taken to Mexico and shipped out, avoiding the Union blockade of Confederate ports. Matamoros Long before Brownsville came into being, Matamoros was an important city for residents of both sides of the river. Matamoros went by name of San Juan de los Esteros and Congregacion del Refugio before taking its present name in 1828. Europeans had been in the area since 1519, 1689, respectively, before Jose de Escandon brought the first group of European families to settle the area in 1746. For nearly a century, all of Texas was either a part of Mexico or claimed by Spain. After Mexico's independence from Spain in 1821, it was not long before revolutions and wars brought the Texas boundary to the Nueces River and the Rio Grande. Texas Revolution Jump ahead to the Texas Revolution of 1836 when the dispute over the boundary between the fledgling Republic of Texas and the Republic of Mexico began. That dispute simmered even as Texas joined the United States of America in 1845 and was finally settled by the War with Mexico, 1846-1848. That war began on May 8, 1846 with the battle of Palo Alto, followed by the battle of Resaca de la Palma the next day. It was during this time that Brownsville had its beginning. U.S. Army Major Jacob Brown was killed by cannon fire in Fort Texas on the Rio Time has seen Brownsville grow from a Mexican War military post to the largest city in the Rio Grande Valley and one of the most important historic sites in the State of Texas. Brownsville Beginnings The settlement around the fort was called Brownsville, a founding date of 1848 is generally accepted for the city. Finally incorporated in 1853, Brownsville was named the county seat of Cameron County (named after Ewen Cameron, a U.S. soldier killed by a Mexican firing squad during the war). Its location on the river helped establish Brownsville as a trade center for southern Texas. The city prospered and steamboat traffic on the river further enhanced Brownsville's status as an economic center. Secession The secession came in 1861, as Texas became part of the Confederate States of America. As a result of the North's naval blockade, Brownsville's importance was further magnified from a trade perspective. With its proximity to the Mexican port of Bagdad, Brownsville was more important to the rebels and their fight against the U.S. Civil War Of particular local interest is the fact that the last battle of the Civil War took place just east of Brownsville on May 13, 1865, with rebel Col. Rip Ford besting the union forces in that last fight. Brownsville thus claims the first battle of the War with Mexico and the last battle of the Civil War. Great fortunes were made in Brownsville and Matamoros during the Civil War, as trade with both sides was the rule. One of the most successful businessmen to make money during the war was Charles Stillman, one of the first developers of Brownsville. After the war, many merchants turned their attention to the cattle industry. Chisolm Trail The Chisolm Trail began in Brownsville with the owners of big ranches: Garcia Kennedy King McAllen Young Yturria All of which supplied cattle for the drives to rail-heads in Kansas. Beginning Modes of Transportation Steamboats were still a major mode of transportation after the Civil War, with traffic as far upriver as Camargo and Roma. In the late 1860s, a group of Brownsville investors, led by Simon Celaya, built the first South Texas railroad, a narrow-gauge line from Point Isabel to Brownsville. It took 40 more years before Brownsville connected to the outside via railroad. When the first big steam engine came chugging into Brownsville in 1904, it was cause for celebration because passengers could travel by rail from Brownsville to anywhere in the U.S. while farmers and merchants could ship their wares to any market in Texas or the U.S. The 20th Century had arrived! Firsts for Brownsville continued in 1929 with the first Pan American flight to Mexico City from the City Airport, piloted by none other than Charles Lindbergh. In 1936, the Port of Brownsville was opened, providing a deep sea outlet to and from any port in the world. By this time, Brownsville could boast transportation means by highway, rail, air and sea. Brownsville Today The City of Brownsville Today Brownsville is the largest city in the Rio Grande Valley with a population of approximately 185,000. It covers nearly 150 square miles and has some 350 miles of paved streets. With an assessed valuation of more than $7.5 billion, the city has nearly quadrupled its wealth in the past 15 years. Brownsville is proud of our past and annually hosts thousands of tourists who not only take in the history but the climate and proximity to Mexico as well. Show more Show less Connections working at City of Brownsville https://www.escnnetwork.org/jobs/21841077/transportation-engineer Loading. Please wait. Error Powered By