Engineering Assistant Program (Eacdp) I-Iii: Austin Metro

Engineering Assistant Program (EACDP) I-III: Various Locations (Austin District) -* (2400151)*

Shift: Day Job

Shift Details: This position works 40-hours per week, M-F. Hours may vary based on location.

Location Flexibility: Onsite

Location Flexibility Details: Limited remote work may be available.

Position Information

TxDOT’s Austin District is looking for Engineering Assistants I, II or III in our Engineering Assistant Program. This program will assist in training in a rotation of areas and providing you with experience for your PE license. If you are looking to build a career, you have come to the right place!If you are a recent Engineer Graduate and are looking to build your skills, gain engineering experience, and grow your career, then TxDOT's

Austin District is the place for you! This position reports to the Austin Area Offices and District Headquarters Offices which is comprised of a diverse staff that includes licensed engineers, inspectors, designers, recordkeepers and Engineering Assistants. TxDOT offers outstanding training programs, opportunity for growth/advancement, work/life balance and supports Engineering Assistants through the licensing process by providing the Engineering Assistant Career Development Program.

Start growing your professional career with TxDOT, apply today!

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.

Possible Work Locations:

Austin District Headquarters: 7901 North IH 35, Austin TX 78753
North Travis Area Office: 1001 E. Parmer Lane, Austin TX 78753
South Travis Area Office: 1925 S. IH 35, Austin TX 78744
Bastrop Area Office: 174 SH 21 East, Bastrop TX 78602
Burnet Area Office: 3029 SH 29 East, Burnet TX 78611
Georgetown Area Office: 2727 S Austin Ave, Georgetown TX 78626

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on applicant’s work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Salary Plan/Grade:

Engineering Assistant I: B20: ($48,158.00 - $77,477.00/yearly)
Engineering Assistant II: B21: ($51,278.00 - $82,901.00/yearly)
Engineering Assistant III: B22: ($54,614.00 - $88,703.00/yearly)

Minimum Salary: 48,158.00, Maximum Salary: 88,703.00

Pay Basis: Yearly

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations: Austin District Headquarters7901 NORTH IH 35 Austin 78753

Other Locations
: UST-Texas-Bastrop, UST-Texas-Austin, UST-Texas-Georgetown, UST-Texas-Burnet

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Low Turnover
• Retirement Pension
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Paid Leave/Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
• On the Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Position Description

This position performs engineering work. Work involves job rotation, training and continuing education in design, construction, construction inspection, maintenance, surveying, environmental and 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:

• 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.
• 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.
• Drives/travels to project/work locations to perform field investigations.
• Performs traffic analysis and data collection.
• Performs construction inspection and material sampling/testing.
• Prepares environmental assessments.
• Assist in creating plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E).
• Uses automated roadway/structural or hydraulic design programs and computer-assisted design/engineering systems.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. This position requires you to drive for TxDOT.

Minimum Qualifications:

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.

Engineering Assistant I:

• Participation in EACDP. - Degree in engineering, engineering technology, mathematical, physical or engineering science.

Engineering Assistant II:

• Participation in EACDP. - Engineering in Training (EIT) Certificate - Degree in engineering, engineering technology, mathematical, physical or engineering science plus one (1) year engineering related experience.

Engineering Assistant III:

• Participation in EACDP. - Engineering in Training (EIT) Certificate - Degree in engineering, engineering technology, mathematical, physical or engineering science plus two (2) years engineering related experience OR passing Professional Engineer (PE) exam prior to obtaining requisite experience for gaining PE licensure and one (1) year engineering related experience.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

• Communicate effectively
• Computer-aided drafting and design systems
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
• Transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
• Transportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirements
• Design review
• Plan review methods, processes, and procedures.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects 10 lbs. or more.
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to noise

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• 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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:* May 15, 2024, 11:59:00 PMJob Posting*
:* Jan 10, 2024, 2:13:59 PMUnposting Date*

State Job Title/s: Engineering Specialist III, IV, V State Job Code/s: 2129, 2130, 2131

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

Applicant Information

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $48,158.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person