Engineering Assistant I, II, or III- Structural Materials Section

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A state transportation agency in Texas is seeking an Engineering Assistant to support engineering operations in design and construction. This role involves construction inspection, material testing, and professional development through training. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and demonstrate proficiency in engineering principles. The position offers comprehensive benefits including flexible schedules and tuition assistance.

Benefits

Retirement plans

Flexible work schedules

Paid leave and holidays

Health premiums paid for full-time employees

Tuition assistance

Career development and advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals.
• Plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance.
• Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

Responsibilities

• Actively prepares for professional engineering licensing/registration.
• Applies engineering principles to transportation-related activities.
• Performs construction inspection and material sampling/testing.

Skills

Application of engineering fundamentals

Using engineering workstations and related software

Reading and interpreting plans, schematics, blueprints, and maps

Performing engineering calculations (algebra, trigonometry, geometry)

Maintaining safe working relationships

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science

Job description

Overview

Engineering Assistant I, II, or III - Structural Materials Section at Texas Department of Transportation.

Performs engineering work with job rotation, training and continuing education in design, construction, inspection, maintenance, surveying, environmental and/or transportation operations-related activities to support engineering licensing/registration. Design activity is supervised by a licensed professional engineer. Duties include construction of prefabricated structural materials and review of product quality and fabrication processes at outdoor fabrication plants. Work involves contact with local governmental representatives, engineering contractors and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Actively prepares for professional engineering licensing/registration through training and exams and maintains required documentation.
• Applies engineering principles, methods, and techniques to transportation-related activities.
• Participates in Career Development for the Engineering Assistants program, including job rotation, training, and continuing education.
• Performs construction inspection and material sampling/testing.
• Performs engineering-related calculations, data collection, evaluation, and analysis.
• Performs engineering-related duties in transportation engineering.
• Reviews construction plans prepared by consultants.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional duties for Engineer Assistant II include:

• Performs advanced and specialized engineering work.
• Assists in training less experienced engineering assistants, specialists and/or technicians.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional duties for Engineer Assistant III include:

• Trains less experienced engineering assistants, specialists, and technicians.
• May serve as a lead worker and perform related tasks.
• Performs engineering-related data collection, evaluation, and analysis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science (bachelor's or higher) accepted by TX PELS. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in engineering or a Master of Engineering from an ABET-accredited program may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.
• Doctoral degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.

Experience:

• Engineer Assistant I: No work experience required. No supervisory experience required.
• Engineer Assistant II: 1 year of engineering-related experience. No supervisory experience required.
• Engineer Assistant III: 2 years of engineering-related experience. No supervisory experience required. Passing the Professional Engineer (PE) exam prior to obtaining requisite experience may substitute for two years of experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license (state vehicle driving required).
• Additional Certification required for Engineer Assistant II and III: TX Engineer In Training Certificate.
• Preferred Qualifications: Passed the FE.

Competencies

The required competencies for the Engineer Assistant I include:

• Knowledge of transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals.
• Plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance.
• Computer-aided drafting and design systems.
• Plan review methods, processes, and procedures.
• Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

Skills:

• Application of engineering fundamentals.
• Using engineering workstations and related software.
• Reading and interpreting plans, schematics, blueprints, and maps.
• Performing engineering calculations (algebra, trigonometry, geometry).
• Maintaining safe working relationships.

Additional competencies for Engineer Assistant II include:

• Knowledge of materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance.
• Advanced and specialized design/drafting; design review; calculations for materials and labor estimates.

Additional competencies for Engineer Assistant III include:

• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations; transportation design principles and methods.
• Proficient in leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Subject to hazards such as moving vehicles, high places, heat, or chemicals.
• Required to wear protective gear (e.g., respirator, hard hat).
• Light work; ability to lift up to 20 lbs; frequently up to 10 lbs.
• Close visual acuity for data/figures, screens, and reading.

Conditions of Employment

Please refer to the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

Benefits

• Retirement plans
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid leave and holidays
• Health premiums paid for full-time employees
• On-the-job training
• Tuition assistance
• Holistic wellness program with leave incentives
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Family-friendly policies

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