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Senior Engineer - Road & Bridge

Williamson County

Georgetown, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Jul 2026

💰 $159,114/yr($138,360/yr – $159,114/yr)

About the role

Posting number: 14.02644

Department: Department of Infrastructure

Job classification: URS_Senior Engineer

Posting type: Open

Categories: Engineering

Summary

Reporting directly to an assigned Supervising Engineer. Performs highly advanced transportation, drainage, and land development engineering projects.

Examples of duties

Performs highly advanced planning, engineering analysis and design of transportation, drainage, and land development projects
Assists with training and development of engineering and planning staff and aids with training materials
Assists with development of Division budget
Compiles statistical data and prepares reports utilizing engineering studies
Performs highly advanced and complex engineering analysis and design of hydraulic structures and conveyance systems
Serves as department liaison for technical concerns for the public, Commissioners Court, contractors and internal and external department and agencies
Prepares transportation engineering plans, specifications & estimates (PS&E)
Analyzes and prepares floodplain and detention studies
Monitors and supervises project quality control efforts and deliverables to ensure project is completed efficiently and effectively
Oversees and manages a variety of project budgets, schedules, work plans and resource requirements for various construction projects
Aids in the development and implementation of the Williamson County Long Range Transportation Plan
Oversees the analysis of subdivision plats, construction plans, permits and compliance measures for various Land Development and Road and Bridge projects
Aids with the implementation of subdivision regulation amendments
Assists with coordination of safety projects
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
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
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.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
Eight (8) years roadway geometric and drainage design experience
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and engineering development systems and software

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required