E271 Engineering Assistant I or II

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.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:The essential duties for the Engineering Assistant I include:Actively prepares for professional engineering licensing/registration through appropriate training and exams and completion/maintenance of required documentation.Assists during emergencies and inclement weather.Assists with contract administration for construction and maintenance projects to ensure contractor compliance.Creates detailed PSE.Participates in Career Development for the Engineering Assistants program which includes job rotation, training, and continuing education.Performs construction inspection and material sampling/testing.Performs engineering-related calculations and drafting/design work.Performs research and problem solving of engineering-related problems.Prepares and checks plans, specifications, and estimates (PSE) and designs.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.Additional duties for Engineering Assistant II include:Performs advanced and specialized engineering design work.

Created: 2026-02-12