Engineering Assistant I, II, III, CC HQ-Central Design - (2602471)
Position Information TxDOT's Corpus Christi District is looking for a Engineering Assistant I, II or III to work out of our Central Design Office, located in Corpus Christi, TX!Start your engineering career where your work truly makes a difference, right here on the Texas Gulf Coast. At TxDOT in Corpus Christi, you won’t just be designing roads, you’ll be shaping the future of a region known for its vibrant coastal communities. Beyond the job, Corpus Christi offers a laid-back coastal lifestyle with sunny beaches, fresh seafood, and year-round outdoor activities, from windsurfing to wildlife watching.Join a team that values fresh ideas, mentorship, and a strong sense of purpose, where your first role can launch a lifelong career in public service and infrastructure innovation. As part of our Central Design Office, you’ll work on everything from preventive maintenance to major freeway expansions and bridge replacements. You won’t just be drafting plans, you’ll be shaping the future of Texas transportation using cutting-edge 3D design tools, all while collaborating with passionate professionals in a friendly environment. If you're looking for meaningful work and a chance to make your mark, this is the place to start.Annual Salary Range:Engineering Assistant I (B20): $51,158 - $81,351
Engineering Assistant II (B21): $54,278 - $87,046
Engineering Assistant III (B22): $57,614 - $93,138
This position is for an Engineering Assistant I, II or III. 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.
: 51,158.00
: 93,138.00
: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Corpus Christi Dist Hdq
1701 S PADRE ISLAND DRIVE
Corpus Christi 78416
: Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Location Flexibility: Onsite
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 PlansAlternative and/or Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Leave and HolidaysHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time EmployeesOn-the-Job TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramHolistic Wellness Program with Leave IncentivesCareer Development and Advancement OpportunitiesFamily-Friendly Policies and ProgramsIn 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 PackageTo 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 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.Essential Duties:Essential duties for the Engineering Assistant I: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.Assists during emergencies and inclement weather.Creates detailed PS&E.Participates in Career Development for the Engineering Assistants program which includes job rotation, training, and continuing education.Performs engineering-related calculations and drafting/design work.Performs research and problem solving of engineering-related problems.Prepares and checks plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E) and designs.Uses automated roadway/structural/hydraulic design programs and computer-assisted design/engineering systems.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Essential duties for Engineering Assistant II (In addition to the above):Performs advanced and specialized engineering design work. Essential duties for Engineering Assistant III (In addition to the above):Trains less experienced engineering assistants, specialists, and technicians.Uses automated roadway/structural/hydraulic design programs and computer-assisted design/engineering systems.
Minimum Qualifications for all levels:Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS. Substitutions for Minimum QualificationsAcceptable Substitutions for all levels:Master's degree in engineering or a Master of engineering degree from an institution that offers a bachelor of science degree, in the same discipline, which has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.Doctoral degree in engineering or a doctor of engineering degree from an institution that offers a bachelor of science degree, in the same discipline, which has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.Experience:Engineering Assistant I: No work experience is required. Engineering Assistant II: 1 year of Engineering related experience Engineering Assistant III: 2 years of Engineering related experience(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). No supervisory experience required. Passing Professional Engineer (PE) exam prior to obtaining requisite experience for gaining PE licensure may substitute for two (2) years of engineering related work experience.Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.Safety Impact Certificate (Upon hire)Engineering Assistant II & III: Texas Engineer In Training Certificate (EIT)Engineering Assistant III: A passing PE test scorePreferred Qualifications:Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam administered by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TBPELS)
Competencies:Transportation engineering terminology and fundamentalsTransportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theoryEngineering designsApplicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirementsComputer-aided drafting and design systemsApplicable inspection methods, procedures and techniquesHighway construction and maintenanceMaintaining a safe and effective working relationship with othersExercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goalsReading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changesSubject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protectionSubject to inside and outside environmental conditionsSubject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and above 100 degrees for more than one hourRequired to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other deviceLight work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbsStooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waistStanding-prolonged periods of timeLifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different positionHearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication.Conditions of Employment:Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positionsThis job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize medical marijuana under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.All employees classified as Engineering Assistants are required to participate in the EA 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. Failure to comply with all terms of the Program Agreement will result in reclassification.
: Engineering/Engr Support
: Full-time
: Regular
: Standard
: Non-Management
: Sep 25, 2026, 2:01:49 PM
: Oct 13, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
State Job Title/s: Engineering Specialist III, IV, V State Job Code/s: 2129, 2130, 2131
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Applicant Information The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.Additional Applicant Information for applicants
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