Engineering Assistant III- Materials and Tests Division

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Health premiums paid for full-time

Training & tuition assistance

Flexible work schedules

Wellness program

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Assistant III in the Materials and Tests Division, based in Austin. The role supports engineering work across design, construction, inspection and maintenance with ongoing opportunities toward professional licensure.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 2 years of related experience, plus a valid driver's license and pre-employment drug testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science as eligible for TX PELS.
• 2 years of engineering-related experience (full-time or prorated part-time).
• License: Valid driver’s license; ability to drive a state vehicle.
• Pre-employment drug test required for safety-related positions.

Responsibilities

• Performs engineering work with job rotation, training and continuing education.
• Assists in design, construction inspection, maintenance, surveying, environmental and/or transportation operations.
• Supports preparation and maintenance of documentation for licensure/registration.
• Works with supervisor on unusual issues and follows engineering standards and regulations.
• Participates in the EA program and Engineering Assistant Career Development.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering

Master's degree (substitution for Bachelor's)

Doctoral degree (substitution for Bachelor's)

Job description

Job Description - Engineering Assistant III- Materials and Tests Division (2602119)

Job Description

Engineering Assistant III- Materials and Tests Division - ( 2602119 )

Position Information

The Materials and Tests Division (MTD) delivers statewide service and technical expertise in materials quality and technology to support the Texas transportation system. MTD is comprised of multiple sections and labs: Quality Assurance, Structural Materials Operations Section, Structural Materials Field/Engineering Section, Coatings, Calibrations, and Traffic Materials, Flexible Pavements, Asphalt Binder, and Rigid Pavement and Concrete Materials.We are seeking an Engineer Assistant to join our team!

Minimum Salary

57,614.00

Maximum Salary

93,138.00

Pay Basis

Yearly

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Work Locations

Stassney Hq - Lab 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift

Day

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.

• Trains less experienced engineering assistants, specialists, and technicians.
• 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.
• Participates in Career Development for the Engineering Assistants program which includes job rotation, training, and continuing education.
• Perofrms construction inspection and material sampling/testing.
• Performs research and problem solving of engineering-related problems.
• Reviews engineering work for calculating errors and compliance with applicable federal and state laws and industry standard and guidelines.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

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

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.

Experience

2 years of engineering related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent)

Acceptable Substitution

• 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

Licenses and Certifications

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

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,
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures, and techniques
• Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
• Applying engineering principles, pratices, and methods in job responsibilities
• Collecting, sorting and compiling data
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationships with others

Other Attributes

• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; make decisions that support business objectives and goals

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Subject to noise
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Close Visual Acuity- work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• 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.

Job

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Aug 19, 2026, 2:26:50 PM

Unposting Date

Sep 3, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s : Engineering Specialist V State Job Code/s : 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.

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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.