Senior Engineer at Port of Corpus Christi Authority in Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Description:

Port of Corpus Christi Authority


Job Title: Senior Engineer

Salary: $112,320.00 - $169,582.40 Annually

Location: Corpus Christi, TX

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 2025-00442

Department: Engineering Services

Opening Date: 03/28/2025

Closing Date: 4/17/2025 11:59 PM Central

Description:

Job Summary

Hiring Range: $112, 320.00 - $147, 987.84/Year. It is anticipated the hiring rate offered will be +/- the midpoint range depending on qualifications.

Port Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) is currently seeking a dynamic engineering professional to join our team! Working within the Engineering Services Department, the Senior Engineer will manage and execute a variety of multidisciplinary engineering projects. Candidates will have a deep understanding of port and landside infrastructure, marine operations and associated engineering systems, with proven experience in leading cross-functional project teams.

PCCA’s Engineering team is responsible for the successful development, delivery, and completion of projects, including design of PCCA facilities and infrastructure, construction program management, and development of PCCA’s capital improvement program at one of the nation’s largest ports. The Senior Engineer will play a key part in growing our engineering team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Leads the design, development, and implementation of infrastructure projects related to ports, marine, rail, industrial terminals, and facilities
• Manages and coordinates multidisciplinary teams and construction activities
• Contributes to the continuous improvement of engineering processes and methodologies within the team
• Provides leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, ensuring the adoption of best engineering practices and a high standard of work
• Assists with initiating, monitoring, or performing tasks associated with the goals and objectives of the PCCA's Strategic Plan
• Performs annual facility inspections; recommends and formulates projects for inclusion into the annual budget
• Develops cost estimates for professional services and project construction to support budget and capital program planning
• Prepares technical requirements, develops project scopes, and negotiates fees for professional services contracts
• Coordinates with and oversees design consultants in the preparation of designs, plans, estimates, specifications and construction bid documents for simple to complex construction projects
• Prepares presentations, correspondence, and exhibits for Commission, staff, working groups, and committee meetings
• Manages and tracks project control metrics, KPI’s and activities, identifies potential risks, and proposes solutions to keep projects on track
• Leverages technical knowledge and experience to ensure project objectives are met
• Provides excellent customer service and establishes effective partnerships, with a problem-solving and consensus-building attitude
• Possess the skill set to concisely translate technical subject matter to non-technical and diverse stakeholders
• Functions in pre- and post-disaster preparedness as an essential employee
• Enter and work in secure areas requiring Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) credentials
• CPR certified or ability to become CPR certified within the first year of employment
• Tier 2 status designation

CANDIDATE PROFILE
The preferred candidate for this position should be a detail-oriented professional with a demonstrated track record in project development, design and construction administration. The successful candidate should be a creative problem-solver with a collaborative style of effective project management who can fit well within an energetic and dedicated team. We are seeking the following:

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited college or university.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Texas (preferred) or would consider registration in another state with the ability to become licensed in Texas within six months of hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) during the course of employment
• Valid driver's license

EXPERIENCE & JOB KNOWLEDGE

• Minimum ten years of experience in engineering design, construction administration and project management preferred
• Port, civil, rail, marine, industrial, site development or structural engineering experience preferred
• Multi-disciplined knowledge of engineering techniques and theories
• Experience in negotiation of design consultant contracts and construction change management desirable
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with a diverse range of stakeholders

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Knowledge of relevant software tools for design, analysis and project management
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel, PowerPoint, and other related applications
• Proficiency in reading design drawings and technical specifications to visualize constructed end-products to identify project risks and provide constructability insight

NON-TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Has a growth mindset
• Exemplifies high critical thinking skills
• Willingly accepts feedback; is coachable
• Fosters team collaboration

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Strong analytical skills, with solid customer service orientation, a history of effective partnerships, problem-solving and consensus building
• Proven expertise in consultant contract negotiation and management, ensuring successful project delivery. Demonstrated experience high quality engineering work
• Ability to solve complex engineering problems, anticipate issues, identify and evaluate alternatives and make sound, independent conclusions and recommendations
• Knowledge of construction methods, practices, materials and techniques
• Experienced in writing and creating reports/presentations and strong formal presentation proficiency
• Ability to understand, interpret, explain and apply PCCA policies and state and federal laws related to all aspects of operations

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, typing and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in a general office environment with some exposure to the elements when visiting jobsites.
• Ability to wear personnel protective equipment, including hard hat, steel-toed footwear, eye and hearing protection when performing work functions at the jobsite
• Ability to operate light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment; ability to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and/or weekends, as needed

APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested and qualified candidates must apply online at www.portofcc.com on or before Thursday, April 17, 2025, 11:59 PM CST.

If you are selected for a position with PCCA, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a drug test and alcohol screening as well as a verification of information and qualifications provided during the selection process.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, PCCA is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status.

Benefits:

PCCA employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package:

• Competitive salary paid bi-weekly
• Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS)
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan and Roth
• Low-cost, high quality benefit package including health, dental & vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary life and AD&D, disability, supplemental, and pet insurance
• Virtual care telemedicine 24/7 with $0 copay (medical, mental health, dermatology, nutrition, neck & back care)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 529 Education Savings Plan
• Passes to local venues, such as the Texas State Aquarium and the USS Lexington Museum
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, bereavement)
• Thirteen paid holidays
• Employee assistance program, volunteer time off, and wellbeing benefits
• Salary commensurate with experience

Questions:01Are you 18 years or older?

• Yes
• No

02This position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited college or university. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

03The successful candidate must be a registered professional engineer in the State of Texas or have the ability to obtain registration in Texas. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

04This position requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in engineering design, construction administration and project management preferred. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

05Experience in Port civil, rail, marine, industrial, site development or structural engineering experience preferred. Do you have this experience?

• Yes
• No

06This position requires strong multi-disciplined knowledge of engineering techniques and theories. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

07The successful candidate must be proficient in MS Office, including Word and Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, TEAMS, and other related applications. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

08The successful candidate must demonstrate proficiency in basic administrative skills and in reviewing and editing technical documents for diverse engineering and construction projects. Do you have the ability to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

09The successful candidate for this position must posses a growth mindset, have high critical thinking skills, willingly accepts feedback, is coachable, fosters team collaboration, possesses a positive and proactive approach to addressing challenges and working with team members, is reliable, dependable and has integrity. Do you meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

10The successful candidate must possess strong analytical and organizational skills, with solid customer service orientation. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

11A successful candidate must possess the ability to coordinate, plan, organize, manage, evaluate, and integrate project delivery for activities for internal staff, consulting engineers, surveyors, technical personnel, contractors, and project related entities. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

12This position requires the ability to work in a general office environment, with some exposure to the elements when visiting worksites, or engaging in other in-the-field activities. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

13Experience in negotiation of design consultant contracts and construction change management preferred. Do you have this experience?

• Yes
• No

14The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to write technical letters, memos, specifications and prepare related presentations. Do you have the ability to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

15This position requires the ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, typing and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting, and/or moving up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

16The successful candidate must have the ability to understand, interpret, and apply all PCCA policies, while promoting and adhering to the SEAPORT values and state/federal laws. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

17This position requires the ability to wear personnel protective equipment, including hard hat, steel toed footwear, eye and hearing protection when performing work functions at the jobsite. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

18This position requires the ability to operate light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment and to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and/or weekends, as needed. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

EmployerPort Of Corpus Christi Authority

Address 400 Charles Zahn Jr. Drive

Corpus Christi, Texas, 78401

Phone361.885.6162


Website https://portofcc.com/
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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Salary:

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