Engineering Assistant I, II or III with the Dallas District

Texas Department of Transportation; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Engineering Assistant, where you will gain hands-on experience in civil engineering. This role offers a structured training program that includes rotations through various departments, providing a comprehensive understanding of design, construction, and operations. You will work alongside seasoned professionals and have the opportunity to pursue your engineering license while contributing to impactful projects. With a commitment to work-life balance and a supportive environment, this position is ideal for recent graduates eager to start their engineering careers. Embrace the chance to make a difference in transportation engineering!

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

100% Health Premiums for Full-Time Employees

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program

Career Development Opportunities

Family-Friendly Policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science required.
• 1-2 years of engineering experience for higher levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design computations and transportation maintenance activities.
• Participate in Career Development and Engineering Assistant program.

Skills

Engineering Principles

Problem Solving

Transportation Engineering Terminology

Computer-Aided Drafting

Calculations and Estimates

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Doctoral Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

Job Description - Engineering Assistant I, II or III with the Dallas District (2403293)

Job Description

The Dallas District is in search of highly motivated and exceptionally well-rounded professionals to join its outstanding force of civil engineers. The purpose of the Engineering Assistant (EA) Program is to provide optimal training and comprehensive, hands-on experience to recent graduate engineers. With a sound understanding of all aspects of civil engineering, TxDOT's engineers are better equipped to handle the complex situations and numerous challenges the job presents.

The rotation schedule for a Dallas District Engineering Assistant includes:

1. 24 months with the Design Department
2. 18 months in a Construction Department within Dallas District
3. 6 months assigned to the Dallas District Operations office
4. All EA's will be assigned a mentor who has extensive engineering experience

The Dallas District's continued success is tied closely to the success of the EA program. Therefore, the program is led by the Dallas Deputy District Engineer.

RECRUITMENT BONUS AVAILABLE: Up to $5,000.00 Recruitment Bonus available for applicants who have passed the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination.

Salary Range for Each Engineering Assistant Level:

Position Title: Salary Grade / Range:

Engineering Assistant I B20: $51,158.00 - $81,351.00
Engineering Assistant II B21: $54,278.00 - $87.046.00
Engineering Assistant III B22: $57,614.00 - $93,138.00

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.

Minimum Salary

51,158.00

Maximum Salary

93,138.00

Pay Basis

Yearly FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Work Locations

Dallas District Headquarters 4777 EAST HIGHWAY 80 Mesquite 75150

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift

Day Job Shift Details : 1st Shift, Monday thru Friday, 40 hours per week

Location Flexibility

Onsite

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:

1. Retirement Plans
2. Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
3. Paid Leave and Holidays
4. Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
5. On-the-Job Training
6. Tuition Assistance Program
7. Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
8. Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
9. 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 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 I, II, and III duties:

1. Applies engineering principles, methods and techniques to a wide variety of transportation-related activities and assist in research and problem solving of engineering-related problems.
2. Assist in performing design computations and plan preparation activities, transportation maintenance-related activities and traffic analysis and data collections.
3. Actively prepares for professional engineering licensing/registration through appropriate training and exams and completion/maintenance of required documentation.
4. Participates in Career Development for the Engineering Assistants program which includes job rotation, training and continuing education.
5. Drives to assist in performing construction inspections and performs engineering-related duties in the field of transportation engineering.
6. Performs engineering-related duties in the field of transportation engineering.
7. Assists in creating plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E).
8. Assists with contract administration for construction and maintenance projects to ensure contractor compliance.
9. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Engineering Assistant II and III additional duties:

1. Performs traffic barricade inspections, identifies problems and assists with resolution of traffic control plans.
2. Prepares and checks plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E) and designs.

Engineering Assistant III additional duties:

1. Performs advanced and specialized engineering design work.
2. Reviews construction plans prepared by consultants.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education required for an Engineering Assistant I, II, and III:

1. Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.

Acceptable Substitutions for Engineering Assistant I and II:

1. 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.
2. 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.

Acceptable Substitutions for Engineering Assistant III:

1. Passing Professional Engineer (PE) exam prior to obtaining requisite experience for gaining PE licensure may substitute for two (2) years of engineering related work experience

Experience required for an Engineering Assistant I, II, and III:

1. Engineering Assistant I: None (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent).
2. Engineering Assistant II: 1 year in Engineering or related experience (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent).
3. Engineering Assistant III: 2 years in Engineering or related experience (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent).

Licenses and Certifications required for an Engineering Assistant I, II, and III:

Engineering Assistant I:

1. Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
2. Safety Impact Certificate

Engineering Assistant II and III:

1. Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
2. Safety Impact Certificate

Engineering Assistant I, II, and III competencies:

1. Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
2. Transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals
3. Computer-aided drafting and design systems
4. Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
5. Maintaining a safe working relationship
6. Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
7. Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities
8. Application of engineering fundamentals

Engineering Assistant II and III additional competencies:

1. Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
2. Highway construction and maintenance
3. Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance

Engineering Assistant III additional Competencies:

1. Plan review methods, processes and procedures
2. Transportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions for Engineering Assistant I, II and III:

1. Required to wear protective hard hat and other personal protective equipment/devices.
2. Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection.
3. Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
4. Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling.
5. Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s).
6. Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position.
7. Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
8. Standing-prolonged periods of time.
9. Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts.
10. Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts.
11. Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills.
12. This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
13. 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.
14. 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.

**If you graduate in December of 2024 with a Bachelor's Degree in accordance with the requirements above, you can apply for this position. However, if offered the job, you must provide proof of your degree no later than your start date. **

Job Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Sep 9, 2024, 3:43:40 PM

Unposting Date

Ongoing

State Job Title/s : Engineering Specialist III/IV/V State Job Code/s : 2129/2130/2131

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.