Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and applicable codes; Ability to provide guidance and technical consultation to less tenured Engineering Specialists; Ability to anticipate potential problem areas in order to minimize the impact to construction schedules and/or to minimize additional cost to the department; Ability to train less tenured Engineering Specialists; Ability to apply engineering concepts to assigned projects; Ability to apply engineering concepts; Ability to organize and analyze data; Ability to plan and coordinate programs, activities, construction or fabrication work, and projects; Ability to prepare designs and specifications; Ability to evaluate, design, and program computer hardware and software; Ability to serve as a lead worker providing direction to others; Ability to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs. Licensure: Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a class "C" Texas drivers license; Must possess one of the following International Code Council (ICC) Professional Inspector Certifications at time of hire in any of the following areas: Commercial or Residential Building Inspector, Commercial or Residential Electrical Inspector, Commercial or Residential Plumbing Inspector, Commercial or Residential Mechanical Inspector, Certified Building Official, Certified Building Plans Examiner; State Board of Texas Plumbing Inspector License, State Board of Texas Master Plumber, or.