| Location | New Braunfels, TX |
| Salary | $69,522.02–$75,083.78 Per Year |
Engineer In Training
Salary
$69,522.02 - $75,083.78 Annually
Location
New Braunfels
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2600100
Department
Road - Administration
Opening Date
11/03/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Pay Grade
E5
Online applications are only accepted for current available positions.
Incomplete applications will be rejected.
Any position posted may be closed or extended at any particular time during the advertisement period, at the discretion of Comal County.
Summary
Under the general supervision of the Assistant County Engineer, the Engineer in Training (EIT) performs entry-level professional engineering work in support of roadway, drainage, and construction projects. The position assists with plan review, inspections, engineering analysis, and coordination activities to support compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Duties include the following:
Mandatory Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
Bachelors degree (B.S.) from four-year accredited College or university with a degree in Civil Engineering.
Engineer in Training (EIT) certification in the State of Texas is required.
One (1) year of related experience is preferred.
Desired Minimum Qualifications
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Thorough knowledge of civil engineering and applications of engineering theory. Understanding of surveying principles. Ability to draft engineering plans, compile engineering specifications, and inspect field construction. Proficient computer operator. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to publicly present himself/herself in a professional manner.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Benefits are an important part of Comal Countys overall compensation package. The county is pleased to offer a comprehensive array of valuable benefits to protect your health, your family and your way of life. Benefit eligibility requires an employee to work 30 or more hours per week.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page at: Benefits
Employer Comal County
Department Road - Administration Address 195 David Jonas Dr
New Braunfels, Texas, 78132
Website https://cceo.org/