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Position range in Collin County $65k - $115k Per Year Civil Engineer I

MCKINNEY-CITY OF

Occupation:

Civil Engineers

Location:

Mckinney, TX - 75069

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

09/04/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

09/07/2026

Expires:

10/04/2026

Job #: 17065333

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

Bachelor's Degree Experience

48 Month(s) CDL

Required Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Benefits Help for . Duties of Graduate Engineer I carry over and are performed with minimal assistance, in addition to: Reviews drainage grading/infrastructure plans for both private and CIP development projects with minimal assistance.

Provides technical direction and support to other department personnel and other City departments.

Prepares ordinances and resolutions for City Council action.

Coordinates with other agencies including Collin County, the Collin County Soil and Water Conservation District (CCSWCD), the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB), the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS

Ability to embrace and embody the Citys core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).

Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.

Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.

Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.

Know the principles and practices of civil engineering as related to the preparation of plans and specifications of various projects with emphasis on drainage engineering.

Knowledge of and/or experience with hydrology and hydraulics including drainage area delineation, the Rational Method, the Modified Rational Method, weir flow, orifice flow, open channel flow, pipe flow, hydraulic grade line calculations, and inlet calculations.

Knowledge of and/or experience with computer programs such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, PondPack, StormCAD, FlowMaster, CulvertMaster, XPSWMM, InfoWorks, AutoCAD, ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, and Bluebeam Revu.

Familiarity with FEMA floodplain management regulations.

Ability to research methods, analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

Ability to know, interpret and explain the applicable laws, codes, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures as they relate to Civil Engineering and Drainage Engineering.

Ability to know and use engineering and legal professional language.

Ability to prepare and control the budget.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Able to effectively use interpersonal skills in a tactful, patient, and courteous manner.

Exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable.

Ability to mentor, train, and motivate others.

Supervise and perform complex and technical engineering duties in the coordination and direction of civil engineering projects.

Prepare plans and specifications and review engineering project cost estimates.

Adapt approved engineering methods and standards to the design and construction of a variety of projects.

Utilize a variety of advisory and design data and information, such as technical study reports, engineering drawings, budget printouts, zoning and subdivision codes, planning maps, engineering designs and city ordinances.

Ability to work from construction plans, shop drawings, and sketches, perform data entry, maintain records, and prepare reports.

Able to work independently with minimum supervision and meet schedules and timelines.

The ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates, and customers with respect.

Build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.

Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change. Required Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the below specified education and experience requirement. Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Texas Professional Engineering (PE) License, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months.

Four (4) years Civil Engineering experience in drainage, hydrology, hydraulics, and/or stormwater management.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Must pass a drug screen and background check.

Must have Class C Texas Drivers License

Physical Demands/Supplemental

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Some tasks require visual and sound perception and discrimination and oral communications ability.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.