Engineering Assistant Program (EACDP): Various Locations (Austin District)

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

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation is looking for an Engineering Assistant to perform entry-level engineering tasks across various transportation projects. This role involves job rotation and preparation for engineering licensing while applying engineering principles and participating in a structured Career Development program. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and will have a proactive approach to professional development and fieldwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, engineering technology, or related science.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for engineering licensing through training and exams.
• Performs engineering calculations and drafting work.
• Conducts field investigations and traffic analysis.

Skills

Communication

Logic and reasoning

Engineering principles

Data analysis

Drafting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Computer-aided drafting and design systems

Job description

This position performs entry-level 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 some contact with local governmental representatives, engineering contractors and private entities. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• 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.
• Performs engineering-related calculations and drafting/design work.
• Drives/travels to project/work locations to perform field investigations.
• Performs traffic analysis and data collection.
• Performs construction inspection and material sampling/testing.
• Prepares environmental assessments.
• Assist in creating plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E).
• Uses automated roadway/structural or hydraulic design programs and computer-assisted design/engineering systems.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.This position requires you to drive for TxDOT.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in accordance with one of the conditions below:

• • Degree in engineering technology which has been accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET).
  • Degree in mathematical, physical or engineering science.
  • Degree in engineering which has not been accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET).

Engineering Assistant I:

• • Participation in EACDP. - Degree in engineering, engineering technology, mathematical, physical or engineering science.

Engineering Assistant II:

• • Participation in EACDP. -Engineering in Training (EIT) Certificate - Degree in engineering, engineering technology, mathematical, physical or engineering scienceplus one (1) year engineering related experience.

Engineering Assistant III:

• • Participation in EACDP. -Engineering in Training (EIT) Certificate - Degree in engineering, engineering technology, mathematical, physical or engineering scienceplus two (2) years engineering related experience OR passing Professional Engineer (PE) exam prior to obtaining requisite experience for gaining PE licensure and one (1) year engineering related experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

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

Competencies:

• Communicate effectively
• Computer-aided drafting and design systems
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
• Transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
• Transportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirements
• Design review
• Plan review methods, processes, and procedures

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects 10 lbs. or more.
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to noise

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• 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.