Engineering Assistant Program (EACDP) I-III: Lubbock Area Office (Lubbock District)

Position Information

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TxDOT's Lubbock District is looking for Engineering Assistants I, II or III in our Engineering Assistant Program. If you are a recent Engineer Graduate and are looking to build your skills, gain engineering experience, and grow your career, then TxDOT's Lubbock District is the place for you! This position reports to the Lubbock Area Office 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.

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: ($51,158.00 - $81,351.00/yearly)

Engineering Assistant II: B21: ($54,278.00- $87,046.00/yearly)

Engineering Assistant III: B22: ($57,614.00- $93,138.00/yearly)

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

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. The 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:

Engineering Assistant I:

• Applies engineering principles, methods and techniques to a wide variety of transportation-related activities.
• Creates Detailed PS&E
• Participates in Career Development for the Engineering Assistants program which includes job rotation, training and continuing education.
• Performs construction inspection and material sampling/testing.
• Performs engineering-related duties in the field of transportation engineering.
• Performs research and problem solving of engineering-related problems.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Engineering Assistant II:

Includes all duties listed above in addition to the following:

• Assists in training less experienced engineering assistants, specialists and/or technicians.
• Assists with contract administration for construction and maintenance projects to ensure contractor compliance.
• Participates in Career Development for Engineering Assistants program which includes job rotation, training and continuing education.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Engineering Assistant III:

Includes all duties listed above in addition to the following:

• Trains less experienced engineering assistants, specialists and technicians.
• May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.
• 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.

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.

• • • 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

Experience :

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:

Engineering Assistant I:

• Transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals
• Transportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
• Highway construction and maintenance
• Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities
• Communicate effectively
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Engineering Assistant II:

Includes all competencies listed above in addition to the following:

• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities.
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, Schematics, Blueprints, and maps.

Engineering Assistant III:

Includes all competencies listed above in addition to the following:

• Plan review methods, processes and procedures.
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others.
• 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.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs

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.