Texas Department of Transportation · 1 day ago
Engineering Assistant III- Flexible Pavements Section-Materials and Tests Division
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expThe Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Assistant III for their Flexible Pavements Section within the Materials and Tests Division. This role involves performing engineering work, including training less experienced staff, conducting construction inspections, and preparing for professional engineering licensing.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
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
Performs construction inspection and material sampling/testing
Performs research and problem solving of engineering-related problems
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS
2 years of engineering related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent)
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle
Texas Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT)
Preferred
Considerable knowledge of applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems
Considerable knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Considerable knowledge of applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Considerable knowledge of applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
Considerable knowledge of materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
Expert Skill In applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
Proficient skill in collecting, sorting and compiling data
Proficient skill in leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
Proficient skill in maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; make decisions that support business objectives and goals
Benefits
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
Company
Texas Department of Transportation
Texas Department of Transportation maintains 80,000 miles of road for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stephen Stewart, CPA.CITP
Chief Financial Officer
Carmella I.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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