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.
Essential Duties :
The essential duties for the Engineer Assistant I include :
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 research and problem solving of engineering-related problems.
Uses automated roadway / structural / hydraulic design programs and computer-assisted design / engineering systems.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Additional duties for Engineer Assistant II include :
Performs advanced and specialized engineering design work.
Applies engineering principles, methods and techniques to a wide variety of transportation-related activities.
Collects engineering data at project sites.
Reviews construction plans prepared by consultants.
Additional duties for Engineer Assistant III include :
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.
Assists with contract administration for construction and maintenance projects to ensure contractor compliance.
May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.
Performs advanced and specialized engineering design work.
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 :
Additional Acceptable Substitution Engineering Assistant III :
Experience :
Engineer Assistant I : No work experience is required. No supervisory experience required.
Engineer Assistant II : 1 year of Engineering related experience (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). No supervisory experience required.
Engineer Assistant III : 2 years of Engineering related experience (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). No supervisory experience required. Passing Professional Engineer (PE) exam prior to obtaining requisite experience for gaining PE licensure may substitute for two (2) years of engineering related work experience.
Licenses and Certifications
Additional Certification required for Engineer Assistant II and III :
Preferred Qualifications :
Competencies :
The required competencies for the Engineer Assistant I include :
Some knowledge of :
Transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals
Proficient skill in :
Transportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
Computer-aided drafting and design systems
Using engineering workstations and applications of engineering technology
Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
Research and analysis methodologies
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Additional competencies for Engineer Assistant II include :
Transportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
Computer-aided drafting and design systems
Using engineering workstations and applications of engineering technology
Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
Research and analysis methodologies
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Materials used in highway / bridge construction and maintenance
Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
Advanced and specialized design / drafting
Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
Additional competencies for Engineer Assistant III include :
Considerable knowledge of :
Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Plan review methods, processes and procedures
Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
Proficient skill in :
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :
The physical requirements and working conditions for the Engineer Assistant I, II, and III include :
Light work : Life up to 20lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and / or fingers
Conditions of Employment :
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions : Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
Conditions for an Engineer Assistant I, 2, 3 :
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
Failure to comply with all terms of the Program Agreement will result in reclassification.
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