Engineering Assistant I-III (Graduate Engineer) Traffic Safety Division
Texas Department of Transportation
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Job summary
Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Assistant at multiple levels to perform engineering work across design, construction, inspection, and survey activities. The role emphasizes professional licensing/registration through dedicated training and exams, with supervision by licensed engineers for final project approvals.
Eligible candidates will participate in the Engineering Assistant Career Development Program (EACDP) and may rotate through disciplines, gaining experience
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science; higher degrees may substitute for bachelor’s.
- Substitutions: Master’s or Doctoral degree with ABET accreditation may substitute for Bachelor’s.
Responsibilities
- Apply engineering principles to transportation activities.
- Prepare PS&E and designs, review plans.
- Assist in survey activities and data collection.
- Lead, train, and support less experienced staff in limits of the role.
- Participate in the Engineering Assistant Career Development Program (EACDP).
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Job description
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.
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.
- Actively prepares for professional engineering licensing/registration through appropriate training and exams and completion/maintenance of required documentation.
- Applies engineering principles, methods, and techniques to a wide variety of transportation-related activities.
- Assists during emergencies and inclement weather.
- Assists in survey activities.
- Collects engineering data at project sites.
- Creates detailed PS&E.
- Participates in Career Development for the Engineering Assistants program which includes job rotation, training, and continuing education.
- Performs engineering-related calculations and drafting/design work.
- Performs engineering-related duties in the field of transportation engineering.
- Prepares and checks plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) and designs.
- Prepares drawings and exhibits to support public involvement.
- Reviews plans prepared by consultants.
- Uses automated roadway/structural/hydraulic design programs and computer-assisted design/engineering systems.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
- Performs advanced and specialized engineering design work.
- Actively prepares for professional engineering licensing/registration through appropriate training and exams and completion/maintenance of required documentation.
- Assists in survey activities.
- Assists in training less experienced engineering assistants, specialist and/or technicians.
- Creates detailed PS&E.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
- Trains less experienced engineering assistants, specialists, and technicians.
- May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.
- Performs engineering-related planning, design, data collection, evaluation, and analysis activities.
- Reviews/designs and details bridge and structural elements.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
- 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.
- Engineering Assistant I: No work experience is required. No supervisory experience required.
- Engineering Assistant II: 1 year of Engineering related experience (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). No supervisory experience required.
- Engineering Assistant III: 2 years of Engineering related experience (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). No supervisory experience required. 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.
- Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
- Mandatory: TX Engineer In Training Certificate
- Has passed the FE
The required competencies for the Engineering Assistant I include:
Some knowledge of:
- Transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals
- Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirements
- Computer-aided drafting and design systems
- Plan review methods, processes, and procedures
- The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Proficient skill in:
- Application of engineering fundamentals
- Using engineering workstations and applications of engineering technology
- Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints, and maps
- 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
Considerable knowledge of:
- Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
- Highway construction and maintenance
Proficient skill in:
- Advanced and specialized design/drafting
- Design review
- Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
Considerable knowledge of:
- Applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems
- Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
- Transportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
- Engineering designs
Proficient skill in:
- Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
- Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
- Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals.
- Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device.
- Light work: Life up to 20lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
- Balancing- walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling.
- Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading.
- 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.
- 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.
Do you want to help Districts reduce serious injury and fatal crashes across Texas?
The Traffic Safety Division is in search of an Engineering Assistant to join the Traffic Engineering Section, and you might be the perfect fit.
TxDOT's Engineering Assistant Program is ideal for a new engineer who would like to gain valuable experience and impact public safety statewide. TxDOT assists participants to become licensed professional engineers through a variety of Department-sponsored training and exam preparation support.
TxDOT offers opportunities for advancement and competitive benefits to our more than 12,000 employees state-wide, and we would love for you to join us!
- 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)
Engineering/Engr Support
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Oct 26, 2026, 10:27:39 AM
Engineering Specialist III, IV & V
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.
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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