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Engineering Assistant I - II
Txdot
Cleburne (TX)
On-site
USD 51,000 - 88,000
Full time
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Job summary
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking three Engineering Assistant I - II to enhance transportation infrastructure in Fort Worth District. As part of the engineering department, you'll engage in significant projects and obtain valuable hands-on experience while contributing to community safety.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science required.
- Minimum experience: None for Engineering Assistant I; 1 year for Engineering Assistant II.
- Valid driver's license required.
Responsibilities
- Assist in engineering projects including construction inspection and material sampling.
- Participate in job rotation, training, and development programs.
- Collect engineering data at project sites.
Skills
Education
Job description
Job Description - Engineering Assistant I - II (2500635)
Job Description
Engineering Assistant I - II - ( 2500635 )
Position Information
TxDOT Engineering Assistant I - II – Fort Worth District
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking three dedicated and detail-oriented Engineering Assistant I - II to join our team in the Fort Worth District. As an integral part of our engineering department, you will assist in a variety of critical projects that help enhance the transportation infrastructure across the region. Whether you are starting your career in engineering or looking to further your expertise, this role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to the growth and safety of our roadways. If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career and make a positive impact on your community, we encourage you to apply!
Engineering Assistant I - B20 $51,158, - $81,351 yearly
Engineering Assistant II - B21 $54,278 - $87,046 yearly
Position Locations:
There will be one position placed in each of the following sections: District Construction, District Design, Cleburne/Johnson County Area office, and District Construction (Alternative Proj Delivery)
This posting is for four(4) Engineering Assistant I - II's position, depending on business need and applicants' qualifications.
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Benefits and Perks
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
- Retirement Plans
- Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
- Paid Leave and Holidays
- Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
- On-the-Job Training
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
- Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
- Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Performs engineering work. Work involves job rotation, training and continuing education in design, construction, construction inspection, maintenance, surveying, environmental and/or transportation operations-related activities with the intent to actively pursue engineering licensing/registration through appropriate training and exams. Design activity is supervised by a licensed professional engineer who has authority for final approval of all projects. Work requires contact with local governmental representatives, engineering contractors and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Engineering Assistant II:
Performs engineering work. Work involves job rotation, training and continuing education in design, construction, constructioninspection, maintenance, surveying, environmental and/or transportation operations-related activities with the intent to activelypursue engineering licensing/registration through appropriate training and exams. Design activity is supervised by a licensedprofessional engineer who has authority for final approval of all projects. Work requires contact with local governmentalrepresentatives, engineering contractors and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments;however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
NOTE: All employees classified as Engineering Assistants are required to participate in the Engineering Assistant Career
Development program. Participation in the Engineering Assistant Career Development Program (EACDP) requires that employees sign a
Program Agreement, which outlines employee responsibilities and service time commitment.
Engineering Assistant I - II:
- Actively prepares for professional engineering licensing/registration through appropriate training and exams and
completion/maintenance of required documentation. - Actively prepares for professional engineering licensing/registration through appropriate training and exams and
completion/maintenance of required documentation. - Assists during emergencies and inclement weather.
- Assists in accident investigations involving bridges/structures.
- Collects engineering data at project sites.
- Participates in Career Development for the Engineering Assistants program which includes job rotation, training and
continuing education. - Performs construction inspection and material sampling/testing.
- Performs design computations and plan preparations to include preparing plan sheets for construction projects
- Performs engineering-related calculations and drafting/design work.
Additional Responsibilities for Engineering Assistant I - II Include:
- Performs engineering-related planning, design, data collection, evaluation and analysis activities.
- Performs traffic barricade inspections, identifies problems and assists with resolution of traffic control plans
- Reviews/designs and details bridge and structural elements.
- Uses automated roadway/structural/hydraulic design programs and computer-assisted design/engineering systems
- Performs advanced and specialized engineering design work.
Minimum Qualifications:
Engineering Assistant I:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
Work Experience: NONE (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent)
License and Certification:
- 404: Mandatory: Safety Impact Certificate
- Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Acceptable Substitutions:
- Master's degree in engineering or a Master of engineering degree from an institution that offers a bachelor of science degree, in the same discipline, which has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET)may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.
- Doctoral degree in engineering or a doctor of engineering degree from an institution that offers a bachelor of science degree, in the same discipline, which has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET)may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.
Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Engineering Assistant II:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS
Work Experience: 1 YEAR in ENGINEERING related experience(Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent)
License and Certification
- 069: Mandatory: TX Engineer In Training Certificate (EIT) or obtain 120 days from the date of hire.
- 404: Mandatory: Safety Impact Certificate
- Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Engineering Assistant I - II:
- Transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals.
- Computer-aided drafting and design systems.
- Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques.
- The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
- Highway construction and maintenance.
- Research and analysis methodologies.
- Application of engineering fundamentals.
- Using engineering workstations and applications of engineering technology.
- Collecting, sorting and compiling data.
- Training in a classroom, office, or field environment.
Additional Competencies for Engineering Assistant I - II Include:
- Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities.
- Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry.
- Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others.
- Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that
support business objectives and goals. - Plan review methods, processes and procedures
- Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
- Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Engineering Assistant I - II:
- Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection.
- Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour.
- Subject to noise.
- Subject to vibration.
- Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals.
- Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
- Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine.
- Standing-prolonged periods of time.
- Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts.
- This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
- Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
- Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
- All employees classified as Engineering Assistants are required to participate in the EA program. Participation in the Engineering Assistant Career Development Program (EACDP) requires that employees sign a Program Agreement, which outlines employee responsibilities and service time commitment. Failure to comply with all terms of the Program Agreement will result in reclassification.
Additional Conditions of Employment for Engineering Assistant I - II Include:
- Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. Safety impact employees will be subject to additional drug and alcohol testing during employment.
- Required to work weekends and holidays
- Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
- Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
- Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
- Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours.
State Job Title/s : Engineering Specialist III/IV State Job Code/s : 2129/2130
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
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