Engineering Assistant I or II - Multiple Locations

Texas Department of Transportation; Weatherford, Decatur (TX, TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative and/or Flexible Work Sched

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid 100% for Full‑Tme

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program with Leave

Career Development and Advancement

Family-Friendly Policies

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking Engineering Assistants I or II for multiple locations within the Fort Worth District. The program emphasizes hands-on experience in construction, roadway design, and maintenance while pursuing FE/PE licensure.

Positions offer a structured development program, rotation, and opportunities to build essential transportation engineering skills under licensed engineers, with benefits and a comprehensive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Pursuit or completion of professional engineering licensing/registration through training and exams.
• FE exam preparation may be required or pursued as part of career development.
• Substitutions for education are allowed as noted (Master's/Doctoral replacing Bachelor's).

Responsibilities

• Performs engineering work with rotation, training, and continuing education.
• Assists in design, construction, inspection, maintenance, surveying, and related activities.
• Works under supervision of licensed professional engineers and may interact with contractors and staff.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Surveying

Drafting and design

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering (substitution)

Doctoral degree in engineering (substitution)

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Description - Engineering Assistant I or II - Multiple Locations (2601969)

Engineering Assistant I or II - Multiple Locations - (2601969)

Position Information

The TxDOT Fort Worth District is looking for two (2) motivated individuals to join our Engineering Assistant Program and begin building a meaningful career in transportation engineering.

This program is designed to provide hands‑on experience in key areas such as construction, roadway design, and maintenance while helping Engineering Assistants develop the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a Professional Engineer license. Participants will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers, project managers, inspectors, and technical staff on real projects that directly serve the traveling public.

The program also provides training and support for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) and Professional Engineering (PE) exams, along with continued opportunities for career development and professional growth. If you are driven, eager to learn, and interested in being part of a strong team that values training, development, and public service, we encourage you to apply and begin your career with the TxDOT Fort Worth District.

Salary/Grade:

• Engineering Assistant I: B20, $5,462 (monthly)
• Engineering Assistant II: B21, $6,000 (monthly)

NOTE: All employees classified as Engineering Assistants are required to participate in the Engineering Assistant Career Development Program (EACDP).

At TxDOT we value employee work‑life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, in‑house wellness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

Work Location: Selected candidates may be assigned to one of the following locations within the TxDOT Fort Worth District: Fort Worth, Euless, Keene, Decatur, or Weatherford.

Minimum Salary

51,158.00

Maximum Salary

87,046.00

Pay Basis

Yearly

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Work Locations

Ft Worth District Headquarters 2501 SOUTHWEST LOOP 820 Fort Worth 76133

Other Locations

UST- Texas-Weatherford, UST- Texas-Decatur, UST- Texas-Euless

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Shift

Day Job

Shift Details

40

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:

• 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.

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.

The essential duties for the Engineering Assistant I include:

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.

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 construction plans prepared by consultants.

Uses automated roadway/structural/hydraulic design programs and computer-assisted design/engineering systems.

Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional duties for Engineering Assistant II include:

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.

Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Note: If you are graduating 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.

Acceptable Substitutions for all levels:

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.

Experience:

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.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Additional Certification required for Engineering Assistant II and III:

Preferred Qualifications:

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

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

Additional competencies for Engineering Assistant II include:

Considerable knowledge of:

Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance

Highway construction and maintenance

Advanced and specialized design/drafting

Design review

Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

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.

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.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Unposting Date

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.

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.