Engineering Assistant -II Bryan

Engineering Assistant I-II Bryan

The Bryan District is in search of highly motivated and exceptionally well-rounded professionals to join its outstanding force of engineers. The purpose of the Engineering Assistant (EA) Program is to provide optimal training and comprehensive, hands-on experience to recent young graduate engineers. With a sound understanding of all aspects of engineering, TxDOT's engineers are better equipped to handle the complex situations and numerous challenges the job presents.

Applicants will be considered for this position if they are within one semester of graduation. Selected applicant may not begin employment prior to degree completion.

Salary Plan/Grade:
Engineering Assistant I: $51,158 - $ 81,351 Engineering Assistant II:$54,278 - $ 87,046

Minimum Salary:51,158.00

Maximum Salary:87,046.00

Pay Basis:

YearlyFLSA Status:

Nonexempt Work Locations:

Bryan District Headquarters
2591 NORTH EARL RUDDER FREEWAY Bryan
77803

Travel:

No

Shift: Day Job Shift Details:40

Location Flexibility:

Onsite

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.

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.

Essential Duties:
The essential duties for the Engineering 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 during emergencies and inclement weather. Assists in survey activities. 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 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. Prepares drawings and exhibits to support public involvement. Reviews construction plans prepared by consultants. Uses automated roadway/structural/hydraulic design programs and computer-assisted design/engineering systems. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Additional duties for Engineering 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. Assists in survey activities. Assists in training less experienced engineering assistants, specialist and/or technicians. Creates detailed PS&E. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications for all levels:

Education:

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

Minimum Qualifications Acceptable Substitutions for all levels:
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…