Position InformationAre you interested in H&H and looking for a place where you can do a wide variety of work that engages and cultivates your hard and soft skills? The Hydrology & Hydraulics Section leads the statewide practice with an exciting range of subject matter areas including providing training and specialized project support, maintaining expertise at the leading edge of the state of knowledge and the state of practice, and development of policy and guidance. We are seeking a teammate who values teamwork, communication, and creative thinking as we work toward creating a best-in-class H&H program. We are a highly collaborative group of curious minds and independent thinkers, who are forging a path as innovative leaders in an important program and discipline. We work closely with many divisions, all districts, and a variety of local, state, and federal agencies.Hydraulic (Transportation) Engineering Assistant I, B20, Salary Range: $51,158-$81,351Hydraulic (Transportation) Engineering Assistant II, B21, Salary Range $54,278-87,046Hydraulic (Transportation) Engineering Assistant III, B22, Salary Range $57,614-$93,138
Benefits and PerksAt 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
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 PackageTo view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position DescriptionOur work includes reviewing H&H designs and studies; collaborating with other statewide discipline offices (Divisions) and the geographic regional offices (Districts); managing technical consultants; developing and managing a large training portfolio; maintaining the TxDOT Hydraulic Design Manual; identifying and leading on emerging issues (e.g., fluvial geomorphology, resilience); participating in research projects performed by Texas Universities and translating that knowledge into practical guidance and design criteria, and; implementing and participating in the transition from 2D to 3D design, digital delivery, and digital construction. Engineering Assistants also participate in job rotation and supported in working toward engineering licensure.Hydraulic (Transportation) Engineering Assistant I, II, or III:Essential Duties :
- 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.
- Performs engineering-related planning, design, data collection, evaluation and analysis activities.
- Performs research and problem solving of engineering-related problems.
- Reviews engineering work for calculation errors and compliance with applicable federal and state laws and industry standards and guidelines.
- Uses automated roadway/structural/hydraulic design programs and computer-assisted design/engineering systems.
- 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 :
- 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.
Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.Hydraulic (Transportation) Engineering Assistant I, II, or III:Competencies:
- Research and analysis methodologies.
- Application of engineering fundamentals.
- Using engineering workstations and applications of engineering technology.
- Collecting, sorting and compiling data.
- Maintaining a safe working relationship.
- Communicate effectively.
- Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
- Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools.
- Finger-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with finger rather than whole hand.
Conditions of Employment:Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
- This 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.