Transportation Engineer I or II - (2602538)
Position Information Our Consultant Design team is hiring a Transportation Engineer I or II to help move transportation projects from planning and development through design and delivery.This is a great opportunity for an engineer who wants to expand beyond traditional design and gain hands-on experience in project management, consultant coordination, and project delivery. You’ll help manage both state-let and local-let projects, coordinate PS&E development, prepare cost estimates and schedules, and work with consultant contracts and work authorizations.You’ll collaborate with private-sector engineering firms, government partners, and internal teams to solve challenges, keep projects moving forward, and ensure work meets applicable standards, policies, and requirements.If you enjoy solving problems, working with people, managing projects, and seeing transportation improvements progress from concept to construction, we’d love to have you on our team!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.
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: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt
Hou District Headquartrs
7600 WASHINGTON AVENUE
Houston 77007
: Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 Hrs./Week; Monday - Friday between 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM 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
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Transportation Engineer I: 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.Transportation Engineer II: Performs complex 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 perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.Essential Duties:
Transportation Engineer I:Coordinates phases of preliminary design and revisions in PS&E with districts, divisions, Administration, the FHWA, contractors, fabricators, Corps of Engineers and local entities.Monitors consultant design contracts.Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions.Prepares, evaluates and negotiates contracts with consultants for routine, fracture critical and underwater bridge inspections.Writes/reviews proposals and estimates for letting.Coordinates with others to develop, monitor and update integrated project plans and schedules to ensure projects are executed in the most efficient manner possible.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.Transportation Engineer II:Includes all essential duties listed for Transportation Engineer I as well as:Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.Monitors contractors' compliance with plans and specifications.Reviews contracts, specifications, plans, and utility billing documents associated with right of way coordination.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. (Applicable to both levels)Experience: Transportation Engineer I: 4 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experienceTransportation 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 QualificationsLicenses and Certifications:Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.Licensed Prof Engineer*Transportation Engineer II: For Bridge Inspection: Must have completed a comprehensive training course based on the Bridge Inspector's Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within (1) year of date of hire.*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.Preferred Qualifications: Transportation Engineer I:Familiar with Micro-station, TxDOT standard.Strong skills in contract management, including tracking, reviewing and processing agreement and work authorization.Proficiency in reviewing design submittals at 30%, 60%, 95%, and 100% completion stages, providing technical feedback and ensuring quality.
Transportation Engineer II:Advanced project management expertise, including oversight of multiple complex projects and coordination with internal teams, consultants, and external agencies.Strong contract administration skills, with the ability to manage, review, and approve agreements, amendments, and work authorizations independently.Proficiency in reviewing and providing technical guidance on design submittals at 30%, 60%, 95%, and 100% completion stages, ensuring compliance with standards and project objectivesCompetencies:Transportation Engineer I:Considerable knowledge ofGovernment programs and operations affecting highway and transportation developmentIndustry guidelines, specifications and codes in the production and use of technical plans for the development and delivery of products and servicesHighway construction design applicationsApplicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirementsDesign and plan preparation methods and requirementsProject changes (scope, budget, schedule, resource management) using a critical path method enterprise information system management toolCritical Path Method for managing projectsCost estimating and cost controlsApplicable laws, rules, and regulationsProficient skill inApplying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilitiesTransportation Engineer II:Includes all competencies listed for Transportation Engineer I as well as:Considerable knowledge ofHydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theoryHydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design activities and principles Contract development and oversightBudgeting methods and proceduresGovernment funding programs, methods and proceduresProficient skill inSpeaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focusedOther AttributesExercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goalsPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions:Transportation Engineer I and II:Required to wear protective gear - respirator, hard hat, or other devicesSedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small toolsClose Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive readingConditions 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
: Sep 30, 2026, 3:40:52 PM
: Oct 15, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
State Job Title/s: Engineer II/III State Job Code/s: 2153/2154
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 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
Applicant Information 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
The Texas Department of Transportation is responsible for maintaining 80,000 miles of road and for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation across the state. TxDOT and its 12,000 employees are committed to working with others to provide safe and reliable transportation solutions for Texas by maintaining a safe system, addressing congestion, connecting Texas communities, and being a Best in Class state agency. Find out more at www.txdot.gov. “Like” us on Facebook, www.facebook.com/txdot ; and follow us on Twitter, www.twitter.com/txdot .
