Engineering Assistant I/II

Position Information

The TxDOT Support Services Project Development Department is seeking a motivated individual to support facility construction project development in areas specific to electrical engineering. This role offers opportunity for professional development and hands-on training. All activities are overseen by a licensed professional engineer with final project approval authority. The position involves collaboration with local government representatives, contractors, and private entities. While assignments are carried out independently, complex or unusual matters are escalated to supervisory staff.

Engineering Assistant I: B20 $51,158 to $81,351

Engineering Assistant II: B21 $54,278 to $87,046

NOTE: All employees classified as Engineering Assistants are required to participate in the EA program. Participation 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: The selected candidate's work location may be Headquartered in Austin or any of the following 25 TxDOT District offices located in Abilene, Amarillo, Atlanta, Austin, Beaumont, Brownwood, Bryan, Corpus Christi, Childress, Dallas, El Paso, Fort Worth, Houston, Laredo, Lubbock, Lufkin, Odessa, Paris, Pharr, San Angelo, San Antonio, Tyler, Waco, Wichita Falls, and Yoakum.

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)

Position Description

Engineering Assistant I

Salary Group B20- $51,158 to $81,351

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.

Engineering Assistant II

Salary Group B21-$54,278 to $87,046

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.

Essential Duties:

Engineering Assistant I

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 with contract administration for construction and maintenance projects to ensure contractor compliance.

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 design computations and plan preparations to include preparing plan sheets for construction projects.

Performs engineering calculations for plan quantities as part of PS&E preparation activities.

Performs engineering-related calculations and drafting/design work.

Performs engineering-related planning, design, data collection, evaluation and analysis activities.

Performs research and problem solving of engineering-related problems.

Prepares and checks plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E) and designs.

Reviews construction plans prepared by consultants.

Reviews engineering work for calculation errors and compliance with applicable federal and state laws and industry standards and guidelines.

Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Engineering Assistant II

All of the above, and:

Performs advance and specialized engineering design work

Assists in training less experienced engineering assistants, specialists and/or technicians.

Assists with contract administration for construction and maintenance projects to ensure contractor compliance.

Minimum Qualifications for all levels:

Education:

Engineering Assistant I

Education:

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

Experience

NONE

(Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

License and Certification

Safety Impact Certificate

Substitution

-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 II

Education:

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

Note: If you gradute in _______(date)___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:

Masters'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 of Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.
  
  Experience
  
  1 year of engineering related experience
  
  (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

Licenses and Certifications:

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

Additional Certification required for Engineering Assistant II and III:

• TX Engineer In Training Certificate

Preferred Qualifications:

• Has competed and passed the Fundamentals of Engineering FE

Competencies:

Engineering Assistant I:

Some knowledge of:

Transportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory

Engineering designs

Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements

Computer-aided drafting and design systems

Plan review methods, processes and procedures

Applicable laws, rules, and regulations

Proficient skill in:

Research and analysis methodologies

Application of engineering fundamentals

Using engineering workstations and applications of engineering technology

Design review

Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps

Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others

Training in a classroom, office, or field environment

Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities

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

Maintaining a safe and effective working relationships with others

Other Attributes:

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

Engineering Assistant II

All of the above, and:

Considerable knowledge of:

Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems

Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques

Expert skill in:

Application engineering fundamentals

Proficient skill in:

• Advanced and specialized design/drafting

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Engineering Assistant I/II

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Medium work: Lift up to 50lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• 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
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts
• Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structure

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions

• 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.