Engineering Assistant I or II

Engineering Assistant I or II (2600113)

This position will perform engineering tasks across design, construction, inspection, maintenance, surveying, and transportation operations. It includes job rotation, training, and continuing education aimed at pursuing professional engineering licensure.

RECRUITMENT BONUS AVAILABLE: Eligible external applicants may receive a recruitment bonus up to $5,000.

Engineering Assistant I – B20: $51,158 – $81,351
Engineering Assistant II – B21: $54,278 – $87,046

• Amarillo District HQ – 5715 Canyon Drive, Amarillo, TX
• Amarillo AE – 8401 S FM 1541, Amarillo, TX
• Dumas AE – 1249 N Maddox, Dumas, TX
• Pampa AE – 8559 Loop 171, Pampa, TX

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and 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

• Actively prepare for professional engineering licensing through training and exams, and maintain required documentation.
• Apply engineering principles to transportation‐related activities.
• Assist during emergencies and inclement weather.
• Assist in survey activities and collect engineering data at project sites.
• Participate in career development with job rotation and continuing education.
• Perform engineering calculations, drafting, and design work.
• Prepare and check plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E).
• Prepare drawings and exhibits for public involvement.
• Review construction plans from consultants.
• Use design software and computer‐assisted design/engineering systems.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.

• Perform advanced and specialized design work.
• Assist in training less experienced engineering assistants and technicians.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.

Master’s or Doctoral degree in engineering may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree.

• Engineering Assistant I: No work experience required.
• Engineering Assistant II: 1 year of engineering‑related experience (full‑time or equivalent part‑time).

• Valid driver’s license.
• Additional certification required for Engineering Assistant II.

Has passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

• Knowledge of transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals.
• Understanding of plans, specifications, and estimate preparation.
• Use of computer-aided drafting and design systems.
• Plan review methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Application of engineering fundamentals and calculations using algebra, trigonometry, and geometry.
• Ability to maintain safe and effective working relationships with others.

• Knowledge of materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance.
• Understanding of highway construction and maintenance.
• Advanced and specialized design/drafting skills.
• Design review experience.
• Ability to perform calculations for material and labor estimates, technical survey data, and engineering calculations.

• Must work indoors and outdoors in various environmental conditions.
• Hazard exposure: moving vehicles, mechanical parts, heights, heat, chemicals.
• Required protective gear includes respirator, hard hat, or other.
• Light work: lift up to 20 lbs frequently; lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
• Movement: walking, standing, crouching on varied surfaces.
• Physically demanding; pre‑employment physical required.
• Must pass a drug test before employment; subject to random testing.
• Medical marijuana is not a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test.

Full‑time, Regular, Standard job type. Non‑management level. Ongoing posting.

The Texas Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.