Position Information

As a Transportation Engineer I, II, or III, you will play a key role in planning, designing, analyzing, and delivering transportation projects that improve safety, mobility, and connectivity for millions of travelers across Central Texas. Working alongside experienced engineers, planners, and construction professionals, you will contribute to innovative solutions that support highways, intersections, multimodal facilities, and infrastructure improvements that keep communities moving. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to grow within TxDOT and contribute to high-impact projects!

Salary Plan/Grade:

Transportation Engineer I B24, ($65,104 - $106,634/yearly)

Transportation Engineer II B25, ($69,572 - $114,099/yearly)

Transportation Engineer III B26, ($76,530 - $129,430/yearly)

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the

applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Benefits and Perks

At 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

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)

Position Description

Performs transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and maintenance. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Essential Duties:

• Answers technical and policy questions related to bridge inspection and maintains bridge inspection data; analyzes data and provides summaries.
• Assists in the development, preparation and letting of maintenance contracts for the district.
• Assists with design, computer operations and plan preparation.
• Interprets maintenance standards, rules, methods, procedures, practices and policies.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional responsibilities for Transportation Engineer II include:

• Assists districts with bridge inspection-related matters.
• Coordinates with Area Engineers and reviews area office contract submissions.
• Analyzes and assists in the resolution of contract problems and disputes
• Reviews, coordinates, monitors and approves routine and emergency maintenance contracts; performs/oversees maintenance specifications writing/review, plans and proposal review, and preparation of estimates for letting.

Additional responsibilities for Transportation Engineer III include:

• Performs data collection, analyses, forecasts and plan development.
• Responsible for a pavement management program.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.

Experience:

Transportation Engineer I: 4 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience

Transportation Engineer II: 5 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience

Transportation Engineer III: 6 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience

For all levels; (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis . Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Licensed Prof Engineer*

*Professional engineers licensed in another state in the United States, but not currently licensed in the State of Texas, must (1) meet the license requirements of the State of Texas Engineering Practices Act, (2) obtain a professional engineering license from the State of Texas within six (6) months of the date of hire, and (3) sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment.

Competencies for Transportation Engineer I, II and III:

- Pavement maintenance

- Design and plan preparation methods and requirements

- Bridge inspection and appraisal methods and procedures

- Maintenance concepts, methods, policies and requirements

- Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements

- Contract development and oversight

- Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions for all levels:

- Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes

- Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools

- Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)