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Engineering Assistant I, II, or III- Waco & GatesvilleTexas Department of Transportation • Waco, TX, US
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Engineering Assistant I, II, or III- Waco & Gatesville

Engineering Assistant I, II, or III- Waco & Gatesville

Texas Department of Transportation • Waco, TX, US
10 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job 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. 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 :

  • 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 Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC / ABET) may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.

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

  • Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
  • Additional Certification required for Engineer Assistant II and III :

  • Mandatory : TX Engineer In Training Certificate
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Has passed the FE
  • Competencies :

    The required competencies for the Engineer Assistant I include :

    Some knowledge of :

    Transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals

  • Computer-aided drafting and design systems
  • 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 governmental laws, rules, and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems
  • Applicable laws, rules, and regulations

    Plan review methods, processes and procedures

    Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques

    Proficient skill in :

  • Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
  • Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

    The physical requirements and working conditions for the Engineer Assistant I, II, and III include :

  • Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
  • Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
  • Subject to hazards-moving vehicles / mechanical parts, high places / heat, or chemicals.
  • Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device.
  • Light work : Life up to 20lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.

  • 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.
  • Close Visual Acuity-work includes data / figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading.
  • Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
  • Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
  • Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication
  • 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 :

  • This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
  • Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • 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.

  • All employees classified as Engineering Assistants are required to participate in the EA 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.
  • Failure to comply with all terms of the Program Agreement will result in reclassification.

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