Transportation Engineer I-IV (Littlefield Area Office) - (2602586)
Position Information The Littlefield Area Office is seeking a motivated individual to fill the position of Transportation Engineer I-IV that will take on the roles of Assistant Area Engineer. This position is in a well-organized and professional office with a family mentality. In this position you will oversee the planning, design and construction of multiple projects. Become part of a team dedicated to delivering transportation projects that improve safety, mobility, and quality of life for the traveling public. This is a career building position with unlimited opportunities.
: 65,104.00
: 142,374.00
: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt
Littlefield-Lamb Co Ae/Maint
1600 W DELANO
Littlefield 79339
: Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 Hours Per Week, Monday- Friday: other non-standard hours, Holidays, weekends Location Flexibility: Onsite
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 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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Performs transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and/or 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:Transportation Engineer I:Assists in overseeing construction project traffic control plans; periodically reviews traffic control devices with Area
Engineers.Conducts pre-construction meetings and public hearingsCoordinates and/or monitors assigned projects/programs/plans.Investigates and responds to public complaints on traffic signals, signs, railroad crossings, pavement markings, traffic
management systems or other traffic related items.Leads/Trains professional and administrative staff.Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.Monitors contractors' compliance with plans and specifications.Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special
specifications or special provisions.Resolves differences between contractors and inspectors.Reviews change orders, supplemental agreements, memorandum agreements and extra work orders; reviews monthly and final
estimates prior to submittal.Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests.Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for
transportation projects.Other duties as assigned.Transportation Engineer II:In addition to competencies listed above.Acts in an advisory capacity on administrative, technical, regulatory and engineering aspects of transportation.Assists Area Engineers with construction contract administration matters.Coordinates with Area Engineers and reviews area office contract submissions.Other duties as assignedTransportation Engineer IIIIn addition to competencies listed above.Develops plans for the Project Managers related to resource assignments, schedules, scope, communication, quality, and
procurement, while utilizing available resources and maintaining the agency's project objectives.Evaluates and makes recommendations for developing, monitoring, and updating integrated project plans and schedules so
that projects may be executed in the most efficient and effective manner possible.Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for
complex transportation projects.Other duties as assigned.Transportation Engineer IVIn addition to competencies listed above.Develops short-term and long-term goals and coordinates planning activities and resources required to meet goals.Serves as project/team leader for highly complex projects related to enterprise CPM scheduling and resource management.May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates
to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members' career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure
operations coverage.Other duties as assigned.
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 (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 QualificationsTransportation Engineer II: 5 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience (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 QualificationsTransportation Engineer III: 6 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience (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 QualificationsTransportation Engineer IV: 7 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience (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 QualificationsLicenses and Certifications for all levels: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.CompetenciesTransportation Engineer I:Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements.Construction engineering policies and proceduresApplicable testing methods, processes and proceduresPublic relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and externalApplying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilitiesPlanning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlinesMonitoring the status and progress of projectsLeading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of othersAnalyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical dataExercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that
support business objectives and goalsTransportation Engineer II:In addition to competencies listed above.Negotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships; applying effective questioning and listening
techniques to determine other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic mannerSpeaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience
understanding and keep the group focusedPerforming basic design and drafting Transportation Engineer IIIIn addition to competencies listed above.Risk management and contingency planningPlanning methods, techniques, and strategiesApplying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilitiesTransportation Engineer IVIn addition to competencies listed above.Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and
adjusting for problems/roadblocksNegotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships; applying effective questioning and listening
techniques to determine other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic mannerCoordinating and directing multiple projects Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Transportation Engineer I, II, III and IVSubject to inside and outside environmental conditionsSubject to noiseSubject to vibrationSubject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluidsRequired to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other deviceMedium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc.Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without fallingStooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waistKneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spineCrawling-moving about on hands and knees or hands and feetReaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any directionStanding-prolonged periods of timeWalking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to anotherPushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a directionPulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motionLifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different positionFingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole handGrasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palmFeeling-determining size, shape, temperature or texture of objectsTalking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken wordsHearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communicationRepetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers 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.
: Engineering/Engr Support
: Full-time
: Regular
: Standard
: Non-Management
: Oct 1, 2026, 10:02:20 PM
: Oct 16, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
State Job Title/s: Engineer II/III/IV/V State Job Code/s: 2153/2154/2155/2156
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