Position InformationJoin the TxDOT Lufkin District as a District Design Engineer in our Central Design Section.This key leadership role oversees the district's in-house design efforts, guiding projects from planning and development through design and delivery. Responsibilities include managing PS&E development, cost estimates, schedules, and project budgets while ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements. The position requires coordination with private stakeholders, local partners, and government officials, as well as strong project management skills related to contracts, work authorizations, and project delivery.
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 Package
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Position DescriptionSupervises personnel engaged in transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, design. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Work requires contact with governmental officials, private entities and contractors. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Essential Duties:- Coordinates with area engineers on design and plan preparation.
- Develops and monitors budget.
- Participates in district plan review activities.
- Prepares and submits Plans, Specifications and Estimates (P. S. & E.) on projects.
- 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.
Experience:
- 4 years experience in transportation engineering. (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
- Must have one (1) year supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.
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:- Extensive knowledge of
- Transportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
- Hydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design activities and principles
- Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
- Expert skill in
- Evaluating transportation research and development based on performance criteria and adaptability of materials, equipment, processes and innovations for safe, effective and efficient mobilization of people, products and services
- Proficient skill in
- Scheduling work assignments
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:- Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
- Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
- Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
- Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
- Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
- Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
Conditions of Employment:Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
