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TxDOTEngineering Assistant III - Brownwood Operations
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LocationUST-Texas-Brownwood-Brownwood District Headquarter
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 30, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live15h ago
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Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS
2 years of engineering related experience
Valid driver's license
Texas Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT)
Master's degree in engineering may substitute for Bachelor's degree
Doctoral degree in engineering may substitute for Bachelor's degree
Passing Professional Engineer (PE) exam prior to obtaining requisite experience may substitute for two years of experience
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions
Subject to random drug testing (Safety Impact position)
Skills
Computer-aided drafting and design systems
Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Benefits
Retirement plans
Flexible schedules
Paid leave
Health insurance
On the job training
Tuition assistance
Wellness program
Career development
Family friendly policies
About the role
Do you thrive on solving real-world transportation challenges and keeping critical infrastructure moving safely and efficiently? As an Engineering Assistant III, you’ll play a key role in the planning, maintenance, and operation of the transportation system that thousands of drivers rely on every day. This position goes beyond traditional engineering support by placing you at the center of maintenance and operations efforts. Working alongside experienced engineers, maintenance personnel, and operations teams, you’ll help ensure highways, bridges, drainage systems, and traffic operations are maintained to the highest standards. If you’re an engineering professional who enjoys fieldwork, problem-solving, collaboration, and seeing the direct impact of your work on the traveling public, this is an opportunity to build your career while making a lasting difference in the communities you serve.
Benefits
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
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Retirement Plans
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Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
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Paid Leave and Holidays
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Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
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On-the-Job Training
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Tuition Assistance Program
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Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
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Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
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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.
Essential Duties:
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Trains less experienced engineering assistants, specialists and technicians.
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Actively prepares for professional engineering licensing/registration through appropriate training and exams and completion/maintenance of required documentation.
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Assists during emergencies and inclement weather.
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May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.
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Performs engineering-related calculations and drafting/design work.
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Performs traffic analysis and data collection.
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Prepares and checks plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E) and designs.
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Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related science bachelor’s or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
Acceptable Substitutions:
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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.
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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:
2 years of engineering related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent)
Acceptable Substitution:
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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:
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Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
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Texas Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT)
Competencies:
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Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
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Computer-aided drafting and design systems
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Plan review methods, processes and procedures
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Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
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The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
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Analyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical data
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Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
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Communicate effectively
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
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Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
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Subject to noise
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Subject to vibration
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Subject to hazards moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
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Required to wear protective gear respirator, hard hat, or other device
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Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
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Repetitive motion substantial movements of the wrists, hands, knees, waist, and/or fingers
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Talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
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Close visual acuity work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Conditions of Employment:
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.
Hiring process
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This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
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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.
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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.
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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.
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.
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