Civil/Land Development Engineer Sr

The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) is seeking a Senior Civil/Land Development Engineer in Austin, TX (onsite) to lead land development activities for electrical substation sites. The role focuses on hydrological and hydraulic analysis and the development of resilient flood mitigation drainage designs, while coordinating permitting and engineering studies across project lifecycle stages that support reliable electricity infrastructure in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic analysis for 138kV, 345kV, and 765kV substation sites, defining drainage facilities to manage onsite runoff during storm events.
• Provide support for the site development permitting process with local jurisdictions to ensure alignment and successful implementation.
• Perform project scoping engineering analysis and coordinate with stakeholders to develop project scope and associated estimates for presentation to senior management.
• Independently plan and execute engineering projects by evaluating, selecting, and adapting standard techniques and procedures.
• Manage detailed engineering stages as part of major projects or as the primary engineering effort for projects of moderate scope.
• Direct and conduct complex engineering studies, including field analysis, performance testing, builds, cost estimating, and data compilation; may direct or coordinate the work of other engineers, technicians, craft workers, or others.

Requirements

• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas.
• Eight (8) or more years of post-Bachelor engineering experience related to the engineering specialization required for the role, including providing technical leadership in engineering.
• Driver’s license.

Technical Tools

• AutoDesk Civil 3D
• Civil 3D Storm and Sanitary Analysis
• HydroCAD
• Hydraulic 2D modeling

Benefits

Benefits include healthcare, wellness, and time off.

How You’ll Stand Out

• Strong capability in site engineering, infrastructure, drainage development, and permitting.
• Proficiency in AutoDesk Civil 3D.
• Experience independently carrying out engineering projects and managing detailed engineering phases.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, codes, and local municipal site development requirements.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D Storm and Sanitary Analysis, HydroCAD, or Hydraulic 2D modeling.