Engineering Assistant I, II, or III - TP&D, Abilene District Office

Position Information

TxDOT's Abilene District is looking for an Engineer Assistant I, II, or III for TP&D at the District Office. If you are looking to build a career, you have come to the right place!

At TxDOT we strive to achieve a work-life balance and recognize the importance of your career as well as your home life. We offer a wide array of programs and activities including compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance and many other benefits.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Hidden Benefits

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Salary Plan/Grade:

?Engineer Assistant I: B20 ($51,158.00 - $66,255.00/yearly)

?Engineer Assistant II: B21 ($54,278.00 - $70,662.00/yearly)

?Engineer Assistant III: B22 ($57,614.00 - $75,376.00/yearly)
?The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

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

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 Engineer 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 in survey activities.

?Participates in Career Development for the Engineering Assistants program which includes job rotation, training and continuing education.

?Performs construction inspection and material sampling/testing.

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

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

Additional duties for Engineer 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.

?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 construction inspection and material sampling/testing.

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

?Performs research and problem solving of engineering-related problems.

Additional duties for Engineer Assistant III include:

?Applies engineering principles, methods and techniques to a wide variety of transportation-related activities.

?Collects engineering data at project sites.

?May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.

?Participates in Career Development for the Engineering Assistants program which includes job rotation, training and continuing education.

?Performs advanced and specialized engineering design work.

?Performs construction inspection and material sampling/testing.

?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.

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.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Additional Licenses and/or Certifications are required for Engineer Assistant II and III: TX Engineer In Training Cert.

Engineer Assistant I requires the following: NONE in work experience is required.

Engineer Assistant II requires the following: 1 YEAR in ENGINEERING related experience (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent). No supervisory experience required.

Engineer Assistant III requires the following: 2 YEARS in ENGINEERING related experience (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent). No supervisory experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

?Has passed the FE

The required competencies for the Engineer Assistant I include:

?Transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals

?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

Additional competencies for Engineer Assistant II include:

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

?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

?Plan review methods, processes and procedures

Additional competencies for Engineer Assistant III include:

?Environmental protection and assessment methods/practices

?Applicable laws, rules, and regulations

?Transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals

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

?Computer-aided drafting and design systems

?Plan review methods, processes and procedures

?Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques

The physical requirements and working conditions for the Engineer Assistant I, II, and III include:

?Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

?Subject to noise

?Subject to vibration

?Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device

?Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.

?Balancing- walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling

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.

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