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 TxDOT’s 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 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. 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… Apply Job!