Texas Department of Transportation · 17 hours ago
Engineering Assistant I or II - Brownwood
Brownwood, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$51K/yr - $60K/yr
0+ years expThe Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Assistant I or II to perform engineering work in various transportation-related activities. The role involves job rotation, training, and continuing education, with the intent to pursue engineering licensing under the supervision of licensed professionals.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Applies engineering principles, methods and techniques to a wide variety of transportation-related activities
Assists during emergencies and inclement weather
Assists with contract administration for construction and maintenance projects to ensure contractor compliance
Collects engineering data at project sites
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
Performs engineering calculations for plan quantities as part of PS&E preparation activities
Performs engineering-related calculations and drafting/design work
Performs engineering-related duties in the field of transportation engineering
Performs engineering-related planning, design, data collection, evaluation and analysis activities
Performs research and problem solving of engineering-related problems
Performs traffic barricade inspections, identifies problems and assists with resolution of traffic control plans
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Actively prepares for professional engineering licensing/registration through appropriate training and exams and completion/maintenance of required documentation
Assists in accident investigations involving bridges/structures
Assists in training less experienced engineering assistants, specialists and/or technicians
Creates detailed PS&E
Performs traffic analysis and data collection
Reviews engineering work for calculation errors and compliance with applicable federal and state laws and industry standards and guidelines
Uses automated roadway/structural/hydraulic design programs and computer-assisted design/engineering systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle
Participation in the Engineering Assistant Career Development Program (EACDP) requires that employees sign a Program Agreement, which outlines employee responsibilities and service time commitment
Engineering Assistant I: No work experience is required. No supervisory experience required
Engineering Assistant II: 1 year of Engineering related experience (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). No supervisory experience required
Mandatory: TX Engineer In Training Certificate for Engineering Assistant II
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Balancing- walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures
Preferred
Has passed the FE
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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