Engineering Assistant I or II - Alpine TX

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Job Description - Engineering Assistant I or II - Alpine TX (2600258)

Engineering Assistant I or II - Alpine TX - (2600258)

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a driven and dedicated Engineering Assistant to join our team in Alpine, Texas - a gateway to Big Bend and a place where your engineering skills will help shape the future of rural mobility. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to gain hands-on experience on infrastructure projects, ensure safe and efficient roadways, and work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to serving the Lone Star State.

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, embrace wide-open spaces, and make a tangible difference in a vibrant community, we want to hear from you. Your next adventure starts in Alpine.

Salary Range

Engineering Assistant I - B20 - $51,158.00 - $81,351.00

Engineering Assistant II - B21 - $54,278.00 - $87,046.00

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

Minimum Salary
: 51,158.00

Maximum Salary
: 87,046.00

Pay Basis
:
Yearly

FLSA Status
:
Nonexempt

Work Location
:
El Paso - Alpine, 2400 N HWY 118 Alpine 79830

Travel
:
Yes, 25 % of the Time

Shift
:
Day Job

Shift Details
:
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m.

Location Flexibility
:
Onsite

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)

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.

• 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.
• Collects engineering data at project sites.
• Participates in Career Development for the Engineering Assistants program which includes job rotation, training and continuing education.
• Performs design computations and plan preparations to include preparing plan sheets for construction projects.
• Performs engineering calculations for plan quantities as part of PS&E preparation activities
• Performs engineering-related calculations and…