Engineering Assistant I, II, or III with the Dallas District

Overview

Engineering Assistant I, II, or III with the Dallas District (2502447). The Dallas District is in search of highly motivated and exceptionally well-rounded professionals to join its force of civil engineers. The Engineering Assistant (EA) Program provides training and hands-on, experience to recent graduate engineers. With a sound understanding of civil engineering, TxDOT's engineers are prepared to handle complex situations and challenges.

Program Structure and Rotation

The rotation schedule for the Dallas District Engineering Assistant includes :

• 24 months with the Design Department
• 18 months in a Construction Department within Dallas District
• 6 months assigned to the Dallas District Operations office
• All EAs are assigned a mentor with extensive engineering experience

The Dallas District's success is tied to the EA program, led by the Dallas Deputy District Engineer.

RECRUITMENT BONUS AVAILABLE : Up to $5,000 Recruitment Bonus for applicants who have passed the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination.

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range by Engineering Assistant Level :

Notes : The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the right to determine level based on experience, education, skills, and business needs.

Salary details

Minimum $51,158.00; Maximum $93,138.00; Pay Basis : Yearly; FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Work Location : Dallas District Headquarters, 4777 East Highway 80, Mesquite, 75150

Travel : Yes, up to 10% of the time. Shift : Day; 40 hours / week, Monday–Friday; Location on-site

Benefits

TxDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package, including :

TxDOT was recognized in 2024 as a Best Place for Working Parents; many offices are Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. See Total Compensation Package on the TxDOT / State of Texas site.

Responsibilities

Perform engineering work with job rotation, training, and continuing education in design, construction, inspection, maintenance, surveying, environmental and transportation operations to pursue professional licensing. Design activity is supervised by a licensed professional engineer. Work involves contact with local government representatives, contractors, and private entities. Employees may work independently on assignments; unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Note : All Engineering Assistants participate in the Engineering Assistant Career Development Program (EACDP) and must sign a Program Agreement outlining responsibilities and service time commitment.

Essential Duties

Additional duties by level :

Substitutions

Master's or Doctoral degrees may substitute for a Bachelor's degree in certain cases (ABET-accredited). PE exam substitution may replace two years of experience for Engineering Assistant III.

Experience

Licenses and Certifications

Preferred Qualifications

Competencies

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Job Details

Engineering Assistant I / II / III

Full-time

Regular

Standard

Non-Management

Sep 3, 2025

Ongoing

State Job Titles / Code

Engineering Specialist III, IV & V; State Job Codes 2129 / 2130 / 2131

MOS and Equal Opportunity

TxDOT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities during the employment process per the Americans with Disabilities Act. For MOS codes, see the Texas SAO compensation system.

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