Engineering Assistant I / Ii - Central Design

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.

Essential Duties:
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 during emergencies and inclement weather.
• Assists in survey activities.
• 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.
• Prepares and checks plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E) and designs.
• Prepares drawings and exhibits to support public involvement.
• Uses automated roadway/structural/hydraulic design programs and computer-assisted design/engineering systems.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Engineering Assistant II: Performs all essential duties shown for EA I plus the following:

• Performs advanced and specialized engineering design work.
• Assists in training less experienced Engineering Assistants, specialist and/or technicians.

Minimum Qualifications:

Engineering Assistant I/II:

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

Acceptable Substitutions:

• 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.

Work Experience:

           Engineering Assistant I: None (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent).

           Engineering Assistant II:  *1 year in Engineering related experience (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent).

Licenses and Certifications: 
           Engineering Assistant I/II:

• • Mandatory: Valid driver's license at the time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Engineering Assistant II:
  • Mandatory: Texas Engineer in Training Certificate.  

Competencies:

Engineering Assistant I:

• Transportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory.
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements.
• Computer-aided drafting and design systems.
• Plan review methods, processes and procedures.
• Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance.
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Application of engineering fundamentals.
• Using engineering workstations and applications of engineering technology.
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities.
• Performing calculations to include materials and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations.
• Maintaining a safe working relationship

Some skill in:

• Research and analysis methodologies.

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 above competencies shown for a EA I plus the following):

• Highway construction and maintenance.
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

Expert skill in:

• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities.

Proficient skill in:

• Using engineering workstations and applications of engineering technology.
• Design review.
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others.
• Training in a classroom office, or field environment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Engineering Assistant I / II:

• 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: Life 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.

Conditions of Employment:
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• 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.