Engineer Assistant (Summer Intern) - Road & Bridge

JOB SUMMARY * Reporting directly to the County Engineer, responsible for various civil engineering planning, design and review for street and drainage improvements to also include Pollution Abatement Plans (WPAP) and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SW3P), detailed hydrologic/hydraulic studies and subdivision plans, plats, construction plans and site development plans to ascertain compliance. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED * Provides civil engineering designs for street and drainage improvements * Inspects road and drainage construction * Produces detailed engineering drawings and reports for the Pollution Abatement Plans (WPAP) and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SW3P) to control potential pollution activities associated with street and drainage construction and/or improvements Produces detailed hydrologic/hydraulic studies that include flood plain analysis, detention pond and storm sewer design/analysis and culvert/bridge analysis Provides review of subdivision plans, plats, construction plans and site development plans to ascertain their compliance with the County's Subdivision Regulations * Assists, and answers questions from, field crews and inspectors related to street and drainage construction activities * Communicates with other county employees, external agencies and the general public. Readily complies with departmental and county-wide policies and procedures Understands and follows oral and written instructions * Performs special duties as assigned ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS * Reports directly to - County Engineer or their designee * Direct Reports - No PHYSICAL DEMANDS * Position involves sitting at a desk or other workstation, drawing, typing, filing, making copies, standing and communicating with other county employees, external persons and agencies, and the general public. * Able to see and hear. * Able to write and read to a size 10 font. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS * Works in all kinds of indoor and outdoor environments, including inclement weather. * May be exposed to dust, extreme noise and/or hazardous chemicals. * Williamson County has adopted a Tobacco-Free Workplace policy. This policy prohibits smoking or use of any tobacco product on Williamson County premises. IRREGULAR HOURS * Essential Personnel for Emergency Situations; at the discretion of the Department Director. * Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required to meet deadlines and accuracy requirements. 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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * High School diploma or equivalent * 15 College credit hours * Proficiency with various computer applications (e.g., MS Office Suite, including spreadsheets, databases, electronic timekeeping, etc.) and office equipment. * Ability to type and enter data with sufficient speed and accuracy. * Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. * Ability to work effectively with co-workers, employees, and management in a pleasant, professional manner. * Must have strong organizational skills and proven ability to maintain accurate, detailed records. * Must be able to work under pressure in a high volume office, produce accurate work and meet established deadlines. * Must be professional, dependable, resourceful and able to work independently. * Must maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology, or currently working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a science-related field. EMPLOYMENT TESTING Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below: * Criminal background check: Yes * Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes * Drug screening: Yes * Physical exam: No * Psychological exam: No * Additional: N/A SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at /hr. Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department. TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Created: 2026-04-02