Graduate Engineer

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 15973
Department: Engineering Department
Opening Date: 12/24/2025
Closing Date: 1/24/2026 11:59 PM Central

Position Description
Position Overview

The Traffic Engineering team is seeking a Graduate Engineer to join our group of skilled engineers, engineers-in-training, and project managers. In this role, the primary responsibilities of a Graduate Engineer include conducting traffic engineering studies and reviewing, planning, designing, and/or managing transportation engineering projects.

• Assist with traffic operations and transportation planning issues.
• Conduct traffic engineering studies under the guidance of a Traffic Engineer.
• Develop, review, and/or evaluate traffic control plans, pavement and signage plans, signal designs, and traffic safety programs.
• Review traffic impact analyses for various types of developments.
• Review, QA/QC, and/or prepare plans and professional documents as needed to support client requirements.
• Ensure deliverables meet the client's preference, the Office of the County Engineer's standards, regulatory compliance, and permitting requirements.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with management, Harris County elected officials and representatives, external agencies, and the public as necessary.
• Assist with recovery efforts following local disasters to ensure Harris County has safe infrastructure following the event.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need special services or accommodations, please call or email
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an EAC/ABET-accredited program in the United States or Board-designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET

Or,

• A Board-approved combination of a Bachelor's degree in one of the mathematical, physical, or engineering sciences and a graduate degree in engineering from a university with an EAC/ABET-accredited undergraduate program in the same discipline of engineering

Or,

• Bachelor's degree in engineering technology from a TAC/ABET-accredited program

Or,

• A Bachelor's or graduate degree in mathematical, physical, or engineering science approved by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors

Experience:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to deal tactfully with a diverse group of people in a professional manner in a complex organization.
• Ability to read and comprehend construction documents and engineering studies.
• A valid Texas driver's license is required, and the ability to drive a County vehicle to various job sites as necessary.

NOTE:Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Education:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related fields.

Experience:

Licensure:

• Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T)

Knowledge, Skill, & Abilities (KSAs)

• Working knowledge of Harris County Regulations, Standards, and Details.
• Experience with software programs such as GIS, AutoCAD, PC Warrant, Guide Sign, Tru Traffic, and Synchro/Simtraffic.
• Bilingual in Spanish.
• Experience coordinating with external agencies (e.g. COH, TxDOT, etc.).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to deal tactfully with a diverse group of people in a professional manner in a complex organization.
• Ability to read and comprehend construction documents and engineering studies.

General Information
Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full-Time | Regular | 40 hours per week.
• Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Subject to early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays at times, depending upon the project or workload.

Salary: Commensurate with experience, based on 26 pay periods.

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:
Most assignments will be performed in an office, meeting, or operations command center environment, but some field work may be required. May be required to work extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time (varies based on the extent of the event). This position requires bending, stooping, and lifting up to 25 lbs., as well as frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and ascending/descending stairs. The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FEATURED BENEFITS

• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Wellness
• Professional development opportunity
• Flexible spending account
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Retirement pension (TCDRS)
• Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program)
• Disability and life insurance

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*

* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:
01

Which of the following best describes the education you have completed that qualifies you for this position?

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an EAC/ABET-accredited program in the United States or from a Board-designated equivalent (Canada, Mexico, Washington Accord, or ABET substantially equivalent programs).
• Board-approved combination of a Bachelor's degree in a mathematical, physical, or engineering science and a graduate degree in engineering from a university with an EAC/ABET-accredited undergraduate program in the same engineering discipline.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering technology from a TAC/ABET-accredited program.
• Bachelor's or graduate degree in a mathematical, physical, or engineering science that is approved by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related fields.
• None of the above.

02

Please describe your educational background, including your highest level of education completed and your major and minor areas of study.
03

Do you have experience using any of the following software programs: GIS, AutoCAD, PC-Warrant, Guide Sign, Tru-Traffic, or Synchro/SimTraffic?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have experience assisting with traffic operations, transportation planning, or traffic engineering studies?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have experience coordinating with external agencies such as the City of Houston, TxDOT, or similar governmental entities?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you currently hold, or are you pursuing, Engineer-in-Training (EIT) licensure in Texas?

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certified in Texas
• Actively pursuing EIT or PE licensure in Texas
• Not currently licensed or pursuing licensure

07

Are you fluent in Spanish and able to speak, read, and write in a professional work setting?

• Yes
• No

08

This position requires a valid driver's license. A valid Texas driver's license must be obtained upon hire. Please select the option that applies to you:

• Yes, I currently have a valid Texas driver's license.
• Yes, I have a valid driver's license and understand that I must obtain a valid Texas driver's license upon hire.
• No, I do not have a valid driver's license and am unable to obtain one.

Required Question