Engineer I

Salary: $85,896.20 - $128,844.30 Annually
Location : 100 W HOUSTON ST, SAN ANTONIO, 78205, TX
Job Type: 4C Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-01033
Department: Transportation
Opening Date: 06/01/2026
Closing Date: 8/24/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Exempt


Job Summary
Under general supervision, is responsible for performing engineering work in the design, development, and construction management of transportation projects for the City's Transportation Department. The Engineer I will support safety-focused initiatives and programs that enhance mobility and reduce severe crashes, including Vision Zero, the Bike Network Plan, and the Quiet Zones Program. Work primarily involves office-based engineering tasks, with occasional field visits as needed. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location
City Tower - 100 W Houston Street, San Antonio, TX (78205)
Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday with occasional nights and weekends based on business needs.

Essential Job Functions

• Supervises professional, technical, and other employees in the development, design, construction, and maintenance of principal public works projects.
• Reviews design plans, project specifications, and cost estimates; attends review meetings; and identifies and solves design problems.
• Approves plans and specifications for construction contracts.
• Advises other City departments on matters related to technical engineering issues.
• Requests and evaluates consultant fee proposals; monitors and approves compensation for professional engineering services.
• Upgrades new installations involving traffic signs, pavement markings, traffic signals, and traffic counting.
• Reviews bid packages prepared by consultants.
• Attends pre-bid conferences; analyzes bid results; makes recommendations on accepting/rejecting bids.
• Assists with budget preparation.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college, university, or engineering school approved by a State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
• Four (4) years' experience in engineering.
• No substitution for education allowed.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas.
• OR Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) from another state with the ability to obtain a P.E. license in the State of Texas within 6 months of employment.
• Valid Class "C" Texas driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the design, construction, and project management of multimodal transportation, traffic safety, or streets-related projects, including those that support Vision Zero, the Bike Network Plan, and Quiet Zones.
• Experience working with or for public agencies and familiarity with transportation capital programs, permitting processes, and interdepartmental coordination.
• Experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to advance shared transportation, safety, and mobility goals.
• Ability to translate technical engineering and safety concepts into clear, accessible language for non-technical audiences, stakeholders, and community members.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of civil engineering principles.
• Knowledge of the laws and regulations related to engineering projects.
• Knowledge of engineering related computer programs.
• Knowledge of engineering mathematics.
• Knowledge of budget preparation.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
• Ability to plan and program engineering work.
• Ability to conduct engineering research and apply results to engineering problems.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain good public relations.
• Ability to prepare detailed technical reports.
• Ability to interpret legal documents related to engineering.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is View phone number on click.appcast.io and our fax number is View phone number on click.appcast.io.
01


Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02


Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

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What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Engineering from an accredited college, university, or engineering school approved by a State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas or Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) from another state with the ability to obtain a P.E. license in the State of Texas within six (6) months of employment?

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) from another state with the ability to obtain a P.E. license in the State of Texas within six (6) months of employment.
• None of the above

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What branch of engineering is your degree?
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How many years of experience do you have in engineering?

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Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have maintaining project schedules to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget?

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How many years of experience do you have working with construction materials, specifications and installation processes?

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How many years of experience do you have working with local, State and Federal design and construction requirements, codes and policies?

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How many years of experience do you have communicating engineering concepts to non-engineering audience?

• No experience
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Select any of the following items you have at least four (4) years of experience with:

• Attending review meetings
• Budget preparation
• Customer Service
• Evaluating Consultant fee proposals
• Preparing detailed technical reports
• Reviewing bid packages
• Reviewing cost estimates
• Reviewing design plans
• Reviewing job specifications
• Supervising employees
• Training employees
• None of the above

15


Please select the response that best reflects your leadership experience:

• None
• Developed policy for teams/crews
• Led teams/crews
• Senior leader with leaders reporting to me
• Worked with teams/crews

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Describe a time when you had to work with a team to accomplish a common goal and the outcome. If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A".
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Please select the response that best reflects the strength of your written and verbal communication skills:

• None
• Can give a short presentation with significant preparation, mostly on technical areas
• Communicate best with technical knowledge and figures
• Proficient verbal and written communicator, but prefer technical issues
• Skilled communicator, impromptu presentations, polished written communicator

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Describe your experience reviewing and maintaining project schedules. If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A".
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Describe your experience advancing transportation safety initiatives, including Vision Zero, Safe Streets, bicycle/pedestrian improvements, traffic calming, or similar programs. If you do not have experience, answer "N/A".
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I acknowledge that this position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

• I acknowledge.

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I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

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