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Engineering Assistant I

Salary Group B20- $51,158 to $81,351

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.

Engineering Assistant II

Salary Group B21-$54,278 to $87,046

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.

Engineering Assistant I
    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 with contract administration for construction and maintenance projects to ensure contractor compliance.
    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 design computations and plan preparations to include preparing plan sheets for construction projects.
    Performs engineering calculations for plan quantities as part of PS&E preparation activities.
    Performs engineering-related calculations and drafting/design work.
    Performs engineering-related planning, design, data collection, evaluation and analysis activities.
    Performs research and problem solving of engineering-related problems.
    Prepares and checks plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E) and designs.
    Reviews construction plans prepared by consultants.
    Reviews engineering work for calculation errors and compliance with applicable federal and state laws and industry standards and guidelines.
    Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Engineering Assistant II
All of the above, and:

     Performs advance and specialized engineering design work

    Assists in training less experienced engineering assistants, specialists and/or technicians.
    Assists with contract administration for construction and maintenance projects to ensure contractor compliance.

Engineering Assistant I

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS

Experience
    NONE
(Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

License and Certification
    Safety Impact Certificate

Substitution
-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.

Engineering Assistant II

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS

Note: If you gradute in _______(date)___with a Bachelor's Degree in accordance with the requirements above, you can apply for this position.  However, if offered the job, you must provide proof of your degree no later than your start date.

Acceptable Substitutions:

Masters'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 of Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.
  Experience
      1 year of engineering related experience
  (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)
  

• Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

• TX Engineer In Training Certificate

• Has competed and passed the Fundamentals of Engineering FE    

Engineering Assistant I:
Some knowledge of:
    Transportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
    Engineering designs
    Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
    Computer-aided drafting and design systems
    Plan review methods, processes and procedures
    Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Proficient skill in:
    Research and analysis methodologies
    Application of engineering fundamentals
    Using engineering workstations and applications of engineering technology
    Design review
    Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
    Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
    Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
    Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
    Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
    Maintaining a safe and effective working relationships with others
Other Attributes:
    Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Engineering Assistant II

All of the above, and:
Considerable knowledge of:
    Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems
    Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
Expert skill in:
    Application engineering fundamentals

Proficient skill in:

• Advanced and specialized design/drafting

Engineering Assistant I/II

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools

• Medium work: Lift up to 50lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs

• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words

• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication

• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

• Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts

• Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structure

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions

• 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.