Engineering Assistant I or II - Yoakum District

Job Description
- Engineering Assistant I or II
- Yoakum District (2602870)

TxDOT's Yoakum District is looking for two Engineering Assistant I or II positions. One position will be at the Wharton Area Office located in Wharton, Tx, and one will be at the Yoakum District Office in the Traffic/Operations department, located in Yoakum, Tx.

At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include an extensive wellness program, career development programs, retirement benefits, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

Physical

Work Location:

11401 US 59 N, Victoria, TX, 77905

• Engineering Assistant I: $51,158 - $81,351
• Engineering Assistant II: $54,278 - $87,046

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

• 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).

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.

• 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.
• 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…