Engineering Assistant , II, III - Bridge Division
Job Description - Engineering Assistant I, II, III - Bridge Division (2500131)
Position Information
TxDOT's Bridge Division Design Section is looking to hire an Engineering Assistant I, II, III based in Austin, TX. In the Bridge Division Design Section, we oversee activities pertaining to the creation of in-house bridge, railing, and traffic structures design, and plan preparation; intelligent 3D bridge modeling; research implementation; bridge standards development; historic bridge preservation; bridge design policy; and bridge detailing guidance.
This individual will perform bridge and structural engineering work that serves the 25 Districts and the state of Texas as we advance design by implementing new innovations and technology.
The EA will have the opportunity to cross-train in various other specialized areas within Bridge Division or at a District through TxDOTs Engineering Assistant Career Development Program (EACDP). This is an opportunity to gain experience in various areas of transportation engineering.
At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include telework, flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.
Engineering Assistant I - B20 ($51,200- $73,200) yearly
Engineering Assistant II - B21 ($54,300 - $78,400 ) yearly
Engineering Assistant III - B22 ($57,614 - $83,800) yearly
Minimum Salary
51,200.00
Maximum Salary
81,800.00
Pay Basis
Yearly
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Work Locations
Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744
Travel
Yes, 5 % of the Time
Shift
Day Job
Shift Details
40 hours per week M - F
Location Flexibility
Hybrid - Eligible for up to 3 days remote work
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
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at:
Total Compensation Package
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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.
Engineering Assistant I:
Performs research and problem solving of engineering-related problems.
Reviews construction plans prepared by consultants
Reviews/designs and details bridge and structural elements.
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 bridge structures.
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-related calculations and drafting/design work.
Uses automated structural design programs and computer-assisted design/engineering systems.
Engineering Assistant II:
Performs all of the above duties plus
Performs advanced and specialized
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