Engineering Assistant I - Childress Texas - District HQ

Texas Department of Transportation•Childress, TX

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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.
Some knowledge of: Transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirements
Computer-aided drafting and design systems
Plan review methods, processes, and procedures
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Proficient skill in: Application of engineering fundamentals
Using engineering workstations and applications of engineering technology
Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints, and maps
Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry, and geometry
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Some skill in: Research and analysis methodologies
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
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.
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.
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.
Required to work weekends and holidays.
Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.

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.
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.
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.
Prepares drawings and exhibits to support public involvement.
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