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.

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

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
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

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)

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information