Texas Department of Transportation · 7 hours ago
Engineering Assistant I/II - Coatings, Calibration, Traffic Materials - Materials and Tests Division
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
0+ years expThe Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Assistant I/II for their Materials and Tests Division. The role involves performing engineering work related to transportation operations, including job rotation and training to pursue engineering licensing, while working under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer.
Government Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
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
Collects engineering data at project sites including but not limited to pavement markers retroreflectivity
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
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Performs advanced and specialized engineering design work
Assists in training less experienced engineering assistants, specialist and/or technicians
Reviews work and contracts prepared by consultants
Reviews/designs and details coating systems and traffic material elements
Performs inspections, identifies problems and assists with resolution of coating systems or pavement markings plans
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle
Participation in the Engineering Assistant Career Development Program (EACDP) requires that employees sign a Program Agreement, which outlines employee responsibilities and service time commitment
Engineering Assistant I: No work experience is required. No supervisory experience required
Engineering Assistant II: 1 year of Engineering related experience (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). No supervisory experience required
Engineering 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
Mandatory: TX Engineer In Training Certificate for Engineering Assistant II and III
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
Collects engineering data at project sites including but not limited to pavement markers retroreflectivity
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
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Performs advanced and specialized engineering design work
Assists in training less experienced engineering assistants, specialist and/or technicians
Reviews work and contracts prepared by consultants
Reviews/designs and details coating systems and traffic material elements
Performs inspections, identifies problems and assists with resolution of coating systems or pavement markings plans
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
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: Lift up to 20lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
Balancing- walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
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
Preferred
Experience with chemistry, science, and characterization of materials
Benefits
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
Company
Texas Department of Transportation
Texas Department of Transportation maintains 80,000 miles of road for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stephen Stewart, CPA.CITP
Chief Financial Officer
Carmella I.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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