Transportation Engineer I or II - District Design - (2602967)
Position Information TxDOT’s Dallas District Roadway Design and Hydrology & Hydraulics sections located in Mesquite, TX, are currently looking for a Transportation Engineer I or II. The selected candidate(s) will have the opportunity to both manage and perform design work for complex and challenging projects within the district's robust project portfolio. Candidates in the in-house design role will perform transportation engineering design and project management for in-house mobility projects. Candidates in the H&H role will gain experience in consultant contract management, hydrologic & hydraulic design, the PS&E development and letting processes, TxDOT's Bridge Programs and more! This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop valuable and wide-ranging experience! Work requires contact with government officials, private entities, Area Offices, various departments within the district and other offices. Position TitleSalary Grade/RangeTransportation Engineer IB24: $65,104.00 - $106,634.00/yearTransportation Engineer IIB25: $69,572.00 - $114,099.00/year This position is for a Transportation Engineer I or II. 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.
: 65,104.00
: 114,099.00
: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt
Dallas District Headquarters
4777 EAST HIGHWAY 80
Mesquite 75150
: Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: M-F, 40 Hours per week 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 PlansAlternative and/or Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Leave and HolidaysHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time EmployeesOn-the-Job TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramHolistic Wellness Program with Leave IncentivesCareer Development and Advancement OpportunitiesFamily-Friendly Policies and ProgramsIn 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 PackageTo view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Performs complex 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 perform work independently on assignments; however all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.Essential Duties - Transportation Engineer I, II:Performs highly advanced and complex engineering design workPerforms and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications, and EstimatesMonitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documentsRepresents the district at technical meetings and public hearingsReviews schematics, PS&E, project designs on engineering transportation projectsMakes presentations and represents TxDOTPerforms other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:Education - Transportation Engineer I, II: 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 QualificationsLicenses 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:Communicate EffectivelyApplicable governmental laws, rules and regulationsHydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles, practices and methodsApplicable plans, specifications, and estimates preparation, review, processing and complianceConstruction engineering policies and procedureExercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusionsSpeaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized and interesting mannerApplying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Sedentary 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
: Nov 5, 2026, 4:54:16 PM
: Feb 5, 2027, 5:59:00 AM
State Job Title/s: Engineer III/II State Job Code/s: 2154/2153
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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.Additional Applicant Information for applicants
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