Engineering Assistant I, II, or III-Bridge Division
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- 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.
- Safety Impact Certificate
- No work experience is required for Engineer Assistant I
- 1 year of Engineering related experience for Engineer Assistant II (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent)
- 2 years of Engineering related experience for Engineer Assistant III (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). 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.
- TX Engineer In Training Certificate for Engineer Assistant II and III
- Application of engineering fundamentals
- Computer-aided drafting and design systems.
- Engineering designs for bridge structures
- Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
- Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry, and geometry
- Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that supports business objectives and goals.
- Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints, and maps
- Research and analysis methodologies.
- Advanced and specialized design/drafting for bridge structures.
Nice To Haves
- Has passed the FE
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.
- 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 design computations and plan preparations to include preparing plan sheets for construction projects.
- Performs research and problem solving of engineering-related problems.
- Reviews construction plans prepared by consultants.
- Uses automated roadway/structural/hydraulic design programs and computer-assisted design/engineering systems.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
- Performs advanced and specialized engineering design work
- Trains less experienced engineering assistants, specialists, and technicians.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
