Job Summary
The Research Engineering Scientist Associate II reviews public water system documents reports and data to determine compliance with Texas Commission on Water Quality ( TCEQ ) rules and regulations; provides technical assistance to internal and external customers. The annual salary for this position ranges from $56000 $60000. The final offer will be based on the candidates experience qualifications and overall fit for the role.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Assists with reconciliation of public water systems that have engineering report requirements and/or removal of their reduced lead and copper sampling; run water quality reports. Provides technical support to the team by researching resources such as source water assessment and protection ( SWAP ) files Code of Federal Regulations ( CFR ) and online wells and systems mapping tools; operate map viewers such as Certificate of Convenience and Necessity ( CCN ) source assessment and districts. Provides technical assistance to consulting engineers city and county officials water system owners and operators agency staff the public or other governmental entities. Completes the technical review of plan and specification submittals within the performance target timeframe set by management. Prepares formal correspondence for each plan review during the timeframe set by management (typically 60 days). Performs other duties assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in the field of mechanical engineering civil engineering environmental science chemistry public utilities or related field. Two (2) years of full-time experience performing engineering or technical reviews of public water systems or six (6) years of an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree in the specified fields Engineer in Training or Professional Engineer. Three (3) years of full-time experience performing engineering or technical reviews of public water systems.
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm. Infrequent travel (i.e. annually) for activities such as job skills training or participating in institutional and client meetings and conferences. Based on funding availability the position might be extended at the end of our state fiscal year of 08/31/2026. Located in Austin Texas.
Required Experience:
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