Graduate Engineer I - Plants & Major Projects

Graduate Engineer I - Plants & Major Projects

Salary

$55,037.00 - $94,411.00 Annually

Location

Headquarters: 2800 U.S. Hwy 281 N., San Antonio, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-00225

Department

Engineering and Construction

Opening Date

08/28/2026

Closing Date

9/27/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Grade 18: Salary Starts at $55,037.00 annually. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Graduate Engineer I is responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, researching, implementing, designing, and the execution of engineering projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collects, analyzes, and interprets engineering, operations, and maintenance data in order to develop engineering solutions and define scopes of projects.
• Develops and reviews plans, specifications, and reports; evaluates proposals, and makes recommendations to ensure projects comply with SAWS and governmental standards.
• Assists in the development of the scope, schedules, and budgets of potential projects in accordance with SAWS operational goals.
• Monitors project budget, schedule, and quality.
• Reviews invoices submitted by contractors and consultants for accuracy and compliance with construction documents.
• Applies engineering principles, including water and wastewater engineering principles, construction practices, surveying, and problem solving.
• Interprets and applies city ordinances, state, and federal regulations, SAWS specifications, and related standards to engineering projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING

• Works under general supervision.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Drivers License.
• Able to use word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Contact with internal and external customers, and consultants.
• Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions are in an office and field environment.

San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.

From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:

• Competitive, market-based salaries
• Performance-based incentives
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Prescription drug program
• Vision care plan
• Two retirement plans
• Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
• Disability income
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
• Wellness programs
• On-Site Fitness Facilities
• Community service opportunities

Click on the link for additional information regarding benefits: SAWS Benefits

01

Do you have a Bachelors Degree or higher level of education in Civil Engineering or related engineering field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency?

• Yes
• No

02

Identify your degree type, and major.

03

Do you have a valid Texas drivers license? If so, what type of drivers license do you have?

• Class C
• Class CDL - B
• Class CDL - A
• I do not have a valid drivers license.
• I have a valid drivers license from another state.

04

Are you registered as an Engineer In Training (E.I.T.) in the State of Texas?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of experience do you have in the field of engineering? If no experience, enter N/A.

• No experience
• Less than 1 years of experience
• Between 1 and 2 years of experience
• 3 years or more of experience

06

Describe your experience in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, and recycled water infrastructure utility projects. If no experience, enter N/A.

07

Describe your experience in reviewing and preparing design deliverables including technical memoranda, preliminary engineering reports, plans, specifications, and opinions of probable construction costs for water, wastewater, and recycled water infrastructure utility projects. If no experience, enter N/A.

08

Describe your experience managing and prioritizing tasks and activities for multiple concurrent projects to ensure successful completion on time. If no experience, enter N/A.

09

Describe your experience working as part of a team towards achieving a common goal. If no experience, enter N/A.

10

Describe your communication style and experience communicating with others to accomplish a specific goal, task, or deliverable for a project. If no experience, enter N/A.

11

Describe your experience and level of proficiency in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. If no experience, enter N/A.

Required Question

Employer San Antonio Water System

Address 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N.

San Antonio, Texas, 78212

Website https://www.saws.org/career-opportunities/