Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS. Assists in transportation engineering support work such as construction or maintenance inspection, structural construction or maintenance, laboratory work, landscaping, surveying or engineering data collection, operating data collection equipment, and other entry-level engineering support work. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.Essential Duties:Compiles information from microfilm records and other archival materials.Develops spreadsheets, databases, and other electronic documents.Gathers basic data and assists with routine statistical analysisInspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, airports, traffic signals and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications. Inspects materials, equipment, and production procedures in a manufacturing plant and/or conducts laboratory tests to ensure construction materials meet Department specifications; as required, moves items related to these duties.Inspects routine maintenance contract work. Obtains material samples for analysis and assists with routine lab testing including operation and cleaning of laboratory equipment; as required, moves items related to these duties. Performs data entry and computer-aided analysis. Performs mechanical and electrical repairs. Performs survey work such as positioning rod and chain. Performs traffic counts and gathers related traffic and accident data. Prepares base sheets, details, specifications and estimates for landscape construction projects. Prepares required worksheets and inspection reports. Processes various construction-related documents and maintains construction project records. Scans airport directory drawings; files and maintains related airport documents. Uses drafting equipment and performs hand or computer-aided drafting and calculating work. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.