Associate Project Engineer - Military veterans preferred

Port of Corpus Christi Authority

Job Title: Associate Project Engineer

Salary: $185,040,128.00 - $279,398,912.00 Annually

Location: Corpus Christi, TX

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 2025-00487

Department: Engineering Services

Opening Date: 10/08/2025

Closing Date: 10/22/2025 11:59 PM Central

Description:

Job Summary

Hiring Range: $88,961.60 -$117,258.96/Year. It is anticipated that the hiring rate offered will be +/- the midpoint range depending on qualifications.

Port Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) is currently seeking a recent engineering graduate to join their team. Working within the Engineering Services Department under the guidance of a Professional Engineer, the Associate Project Engineer will be a talented, growth orientated teammate seeking the opportunity to collaborate on multidisciplinary engineering projects.

PCCA’s Engineering team is responsible for the successful delivery and completion of projects, including design of PCCA facilities and infrastructure, construction program management, and development of the PCCA’s capital improvement program at one of the nation’s largest ports.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serves as associate project engineer, and/or construction manager and inspector on projects
• Prepares design plans, sections and details, edits technical specifications, and assists in preparing bid documents for in-house assigned projects
• Coordinates with consultants in the preparation of plans, specifications and cost estimates for projects
• Collects technical data, analyzes findings and makes recommendations
• Conducts inspections of construction projects
• Assists with annual facility inspections and in formulating projects for inclusion into the Annual Budget
• Coordinates with other PCCA staff and departments
• Prepares presentations, correspondence and exhibits for Commission, staff, working groups and committee meetings as needed
• Assists with initiating, monitoring or performing tasks associated with the goals and objectives of the PCCA's Strategic Plan
• Enters and works in secure areas requiring Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) credentials
• Follows PCCA security, environmental and safety requirements and procedures, and sees they are properly implemented and maintained on assigned projects
• Adheres to PCCA policy and maintains good employee relations; works with other PCCA staff to achieve work goals and initiatives
• Drives PCCA vehicles to complete assigned tasks courteously and safely and follows applicable procedures for vehicle use
• Works required hours to fulfill position objectives
• 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 planning, design and construction administration. The successful candidate should be a creative problem-solver with a collaborative style of effective project management who has the ability to fit well within an energetic and dedicated team. They must possess the following:

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, ocean, or structural preferred, mechanical, electrical or other considered) from an accredited college or university
• Engineer-in-Training level (preferred) with ability and desire to pursue Professional Engineering licensure
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) during course of employment
• Valid driver's license

EXPERIENCE & JOB KNOWLEDGE

• Prior engineering experience related to Port facilities, civil sitework, rail, or waterfront preferred; other experience will be considered
• Effective business communication skills

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• AutoCAD, ArcGIS and design application experience preferred
• Skills in the application of engineering concepts
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel, PowerPoint, and other related applications

NON-TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Has a growth mindset
• High critical thinking skills
• Willingly accepts feedback and is coachable
• Fosters team collaboration

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Ability to perform research, evaluate alternatives and develop sound conclusions and recommendations
• Ability to work well within a fast-paced environment, tight deadlines, and a multitude of projects and changing priorities
• Proven organizational and planning skills; ability to set priorities, take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply PCCA policies and state and federal laws related to project aspects

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, and on a work site with exposure to adverse weather conditions, fumes and /or air particulates, working in high precarious places, risk of electrical shock and moving mechanical parts, moderate noise levels and working at heights, ability to wear personnel protective equipment, including hard hat, steel toed footwear, eye and hearing protection when performing work functions
• Communicating verbally, in writing and over devices such as phones and mobile phones
• Ability to operate mechanical and electrical equipment and 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

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested and qualified candidates must apply online at www.portofcc.com on or before October 22, 2025, 11:59 PM CST.

If you are selected for a position with PCCA, your employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a physical examination, 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:

01

Are you 18 years or older?

• Yes
• No

02

A bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, marine, ocean, or structural preferred; mechanical, electrical, or other will be considered) from an accredited college or university is required for this position. Do you have this level of education?

• Yes
• No

03

If you answered "yes" to the previous question, what field is your degree in?

04

An Engineer-in-Training (EIT) level is preferred, along with the ability and motivation to pursue Professional Engineering licensure. Do you meet this preferred qualification?

• Yes
• No

05

Prior technical experience related to Port infrastructure and facilities, civil sitework, rail or waterfront is preferred; other experience will be considered. Do you have this experience?

• Yes
• No

06

The successful candidate is proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and other design application experience preferred. Do you have this experience?

• Yes
• No

07

This position requires effective business communication and the application of engineering concepts. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

08

This position requires a growth mindset, strong critical thinking skills, openness to feedback, coachability, team collaboration, a positive and proactive approach to challenges, reliability, dependability, and integrity. Do you meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

09

This position requires the ability to understand, interpret, and apply PCCA policies, state and federal related to specific project aspects. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

10

This 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

11

This position requires the candidate to have the ability to work in a general office environment, and on a work site with exposure to adverse weather conditions, fumes and /or air particulates, working in high precarious places, risk of electrical shock and moving mechanical parts, moderate noise levels and working at heights, ability to wear personnel protective equipment, including hard hat, steel toed footwear, eye and hearing protection when performing work functions. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

12

This position requires communicating verbally, in writing, and over devices such as the phones and mobile phones. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

13

This position requires the ability to operate mechanical and electrical equipment and 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

14

This position requires the ability to conduct thorough research, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound recommendations; work effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines; and demonstrate strong organizational skills, initiative, and independent judgment. Do you meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer

Port Of Corpus Christi Authority

Address

400 Charles Zahn Jr. Drive

Corpus Christi, Texas, 78401

Phone

361.885.6162

Website

https://portofcc.com/

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