Engineering Assistant I or II - El Paso, TX

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Engineering Assistant I or II (El Paso, TX) – Job .

El Paso District of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) seeks qualified engineering assistants for an 8‑month rotation program that supports PE licensing. The role includes design, construction, and operations assignments under the supervision of licensed engineers.

• El Paso District Headquarters – 13301 Gateway Blvd West, El Paso, TX 79928
• East Area Office – 1430 Joe Battle Blvd, El Paso, TX 79936
• West Area Office – 4201 Hondo Pass Dr, El Paso, TX 79904

• Engineering Assistant I: $51,158 – $81,351 (B20)
• Engineering Assistant II: $54,278 – $87,046 (B21)

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or flexible work schedules
• Paid leave and holidays
• Health premiums paid at 100% for full‑time employees
• On‑the‑job and tuition assistance training
• Holistic wellness program with leave incentives
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Family‑friendly policies and programs

• Assist in engineering design, drafting, and calculations for transportation projects.
• Participate in construction inspection, material sampling, and testing.
• Prepare and review plans, specifications, estimates (PS&E), and design documentation.
• Support emergency and inclement‑weather operations as needed.
• Engage in job‑rotation training, continuing education, and skill development.
• Perform field investigations, surveying, and research activities.
• Assist in program coordination and documentation of engineering tasks.

• Carry out advanced and specialized design work.
• Mentor junior engineering assistants, specialists, and technicians.

• Knowledge of transportation engineering terminology and fundamentals.
• Understanding of plans, specifications, and estimate preparation.
• Computer‑aided drafting and design (CADD) skills.
• Ability to apply engineering fundamentals, research, and analysis methodologies.
• Reading and interpreting plans, schematics, blueprints, and maps.
• Perform calculations using algebra, trigonometry, and geometry.
• Analytical data organization and decision‑making skills.

• Comprehensive knowledge of highway/bridge construction and maintenance materials.
• Design review and advanced drafting capabilities.
• Proficiency in cost estimation (materials, labor, expenses).

• Graduated or scheduled to graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or equivalent) by May 2026.
• Master’s or Doctoral degree may substitute for the bachelor’s requirement.
• Engineering Assistant I:
  No prior work experience required.
• Engineering Assistant II:
  Minimum 1 year of engineering‑related experience.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; may need to drive departmental vehicle.
• Commitment to complete the Engineering Assistant Career Development Program and sign the Program Agreement.

• Work in indoor and outdoor environments.
• Exposure to noise, moving vehicles, heat, chemicals, and other hazards.
• Must wear protective gear.
• Light lifting up to 20 lbs; frequent 10‑lb lifts.
• Ability to walk, stand, crouch, and use hands for repetitive motion.

• Schedule:
  
  Monday‑Friday 8 a.m.‑5 p.m.
• Shift: Day
• Employment status:
  Regular, non‑management.
• Job type:
  Standard.
• Hours:
  
  Full‑time.
• Position open:
  Ongoing (unposting date not specified).
• Job posting date:
  Feb 26, 2026 5:58:45 PM

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