Engineering Assistant I or II - Design​/Bridge Office

Overview

Job Description - Engineering Assistant I or II - Central Design/Bridge Office (2600132)

Engineering Assistant I or II - Central Design/Bridge Office - (2600132)

Position Information:
Looking to launch or grow your engineering career while making a real impact on Texas communities? The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) - El Paso District is seeking Engineering Assistants to join a collaborative, professional environment where you’ll contribute to the planning and design of safe, efficient roadway and bridge projects. These positions are part of TxDOT’s structured Career Development Program, offering training, mentorship, and opportunities to rotate through specialized areas of engineering.

As an Engineering Assistant, you’ll apply fundamental and advanced design principles, prepare plans and specifications, review consultant work, and support innovative solutions that shape the state’s infrastructure. With clear pathways to professional licensure, flexible assignments, and the chance to grow your expertise while serving millions of Texans, this role is more than a job—it’s a career that builds the future.

Salary Range for each position:

• 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

El Paso District Headquarters 13301 GATEWAY BLVD WEST El Paso 79928

Yes, 10% of the Time

Day

Job Schedule:

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.
• Participa…