Engineering Intern
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Job Closes: 04/27/2026
GENERAL SUMMARY
Performs Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) and engineering design tasks to support the nature-based solutions program, wastewater treatment system, floodplain mapping, and other River Authority functions.
Safety is #1 at the River Authority: We expect every employee: to 1) Strictly follow safety policies, rules, and safe work methods. 2) Promptly correct or report safety hazards or unsafe conditions. Immediately report injuries for prompt diagnosis and treatment. 3) Make regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous safety improvement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop detailed 2D and 3D drawings and plans using CADD software under the guidance of engineers and project managers.
- Support the team in preparing, organizing, and updating design files, layouts, and project specifications to meet quality standards.
- Assist with basic design calculations related to drainage, storm water, wastewater, and nature-based solutions to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Performs related work as required.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS
- This position does not directly supervise any employees
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
High School diploma or G.E.D. and enrollment in college courses or training programs in Computer Aided Design and Drafting is required. Coursework in civil, environmental, or agricultural engineering is preferred.
Required Licenses or Certifications
- None
☒ Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Skills and Abilities:
- Experience with CADD and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) is required. Experience or course work in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and/or HEC-RAS is preferred.
- Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and SARA Core Values of Stewardship, Integrity, and Excellence.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work Environment and Physical Effort: (check the appropriate box:)
| Physical Effort Requirements | ||
Work Environment | Sedentary | Medium | Heavy |
Good: Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
Satisfactory: Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work. | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Disagreeable: Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Medium: Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Heavy: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS continued
Work Locations: (select one frequency choice for each location listed:)
| Work Environment Locations | ||
Work Locations: Indicate how often the work requires the employee to be in the following types of environments: | Seldom or Never | Sometimes | Frequently or Often |
Office or similar indoor environment | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ |
Outdoor environment | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Street environment (near moving traffic) | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Construction site | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Confined space | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Vehicle | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Warehouse environment | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Other: (Specify: ) | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
Exposures: (select one frequency choice for each exposure listed:)
| Exposures | ||
Exposures: Indicate how often the work requires the employee to be exposed to the following environmental exposures. | Seldom or Never | Sometimes | Frequently or Often |
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Communicable diseases | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Moving mechanical parts | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Fumes or airborne particles | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Poison ivy, wasps, snakes, and other natural hazards | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction) | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Other: (Specify: ) | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
San Antonio River Authority is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
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