Engineering Assistant II, III- CC HQ

Position Overview

The Corpus Christi District is seeking Engineering Assistants (EAs) with an EIT certificate to design highway projects, inspect construction, and pursue a Professional Engineering license. The EA program is a structured, multi‑year training path offering rotational experience, mentorship, and career growth.

Engineering Assistant II (B21): $54,278 – $87,046

Engineering Assistant III (B22): $57,614 – $93,138

Corpus Christi District HQ, 1701 S Padre Island Drive, Corpus Christi 78416. 5% travel required. Full‑time day shift M‑F 8am‑5pm. Onsite.

• Retirement Plans
• 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

• Advanced and specialized engineering design work.
• Apply engineering principles to a wide range of transportation activities.
• Assist during emergencies and inclement weather.
• Train less experienced assistants, specialists, and technicians.
• Collect engineering data at project sites.
• Participate in the EA career development program (rotations, training, continuing education).
• Construction inspection and material sampling/testing.
• Perform engineering calculations for plan quantities as part of PS&E preparation.
• Prepare and check plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) and designs.
• Review/design details of bridge and structural elements.
• Use automated roadway/structural/hydraulic design programs and computer‑assisted design/engineering systems.
• Other assigned job responsibilities.

• Lead and train less experienced assistants, specialists, and technicians.
• Review engineering work for calculation errors and compliance with applicable federal and state laws and industry standards.
• Prepare drawings and exhibits to support public involvement.
• Pre‑review advanced and specialized engineering design work.

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related science accepted by TX PELS.
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited institution may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.

• Engineering Assistant II
  : 1 year of engineering‑related experience. No supervisory experience required.
• Engineering Assistant III
  : 2 years of engineering‑related experience. Passing Professional Engineer (PE) exam prior to gaining required experience may substitute for two years of experience.

• Valid driver’s license (state vehicle required).
• Safety Impact Certificate.

• Transportation design engineering principles and practices.
• Plan review, PS&E preparation, and compliance requirements.
• Traffic engineering fundamentals and terminology.
• Computer‑aided drafting and design systems.
• Applying engineering fundamentals and advanced design/drafting.

• Work in various environmental conditions, including extreme cold and heat (below 32°F or above 100°F for more than an hour).
• Wear protective gear and personal protective equipment as required.
• Sedentary work: lift up to 10 lbs; light work: lift up to 20 lbs.
• Pre‑employment physical exam required.

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.