Transportation Engineer II, III or IV; Pharr District (Pharr Area Office) - (2602520)
Position Information Are you ready to take your construction career to the next level?
Do you enjoy mentoring teams, solving real-world challenges, and driving project success from the ground up? Can you manage multiple priorities while keeping safety, quality, and timelines on track?
TxDOT's Pharr District is hiring a Transportation Engineer II, III or IV based in Pharr, Texas. In this position you will help with field operations, support contract specialists, and oversee key construction projects. This role offers the chance to shape the future of our infrastructure while growing professionally in a fast-paced, supportive environment. TxDOT offers competitive pay and outstanding benefits, including paid vacation, paid holidays, and opportunities for career growth.
Ready to lead and make an impact? If you're passionate about construction and ready to guide others toward success, let’s build something great together.
Salary Range:
Transportation Engineer II (B25): $90,000 - $114,099/annually
$7,500 - $9,508.25/monthly
Transportation Engineer III(B26): $96,000 - $129,430/annually
$8,000 - $10,785.83/monthly
Transportation Engineer IV (B27): $102,000 - $142,374/annually
$8,500 - $11,864.5/monthly
Important: The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
: 90,000.00
: 142,374.00
: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt
Pharr District
600 W US 83 EXPRESSWAY
Pharr 78577
: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: Mon-Friday; 8am-5pm 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.
Performs advanced and 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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.
Performs highly advanced and 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 are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.Essential Duties
The essential duties for Transportation Engineer II include:Assists Area Engineers with construction contract administration matters.Coordinates with Area Engineers and reviews area office contract submissions.Oversees construction project traffic control plans; periodically reviews traffic control devices with Area Engineers.Analyzes and assists in the resolution of contract problems and disputes.Assesses and reports actual project progress versus planned progress to determine trends and variances for routine projects.Conducts pre-construction meetings and public hearings.Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.Meets with law enforcement agencies and/or city officials to discuss traffic problems and possible solutions.Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.The essential duties for Transportation Engineer III include:Assesses and reports actual project progress versus planned progress to determine trends and variances for complex projects.Assists Area Engineers with construction contract administration matters.Acts as consultant to staff engineers to coordinate construction operations.Analyzes and assists in the resolution of contract problems and disputes.Coordinates maintenance matters with Area Engineers.Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.Monitors contractors' compliance with plans and specifications.Oversees contracts, issues work orders and monitors construction schedules and contractor payments and job progress on construction projects.Resolves differences between contractors and inspectors.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.The essential duties for Transportation Engineer IV include:Analyzes and assists in the resolution of contract problems and disputes.Conducts final inspections on completed construction projects.Assesses and reports actual project progress versus planned progress to determine trends and variances for complex projects.Assists Area Engineers with construction contract administration matters.Conducts pre-construction meetings and public hearings.Develops and/or reviews engineering related documents, correspondence, reports and remediation plans.Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.Monitors contractors' compliance with plans and specificationsResolves differences between contractors and inspectorsReviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests.Trains engineering staff.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Transportation Engineer II, III or IV: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.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.*
Transportation 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:Valid US 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
Transportation Engineer II:Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirementsConstruction engineering policies and proceduresConstruction phasing and sequencingConstruction, operation and maintenance of traffic control devicesApplicable testing methods, processes and proceduresCritical Path Method for managing projectsContract development and oversightNegotiating 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 focusedMaintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Transportation Engineer IIIGeometric design relationships to traffic operations, maintenance and constructionHighway construction design applicationsCost estimating and cost controlsFacilitating groups using effective communications methods; contributing to and guiding groups in defining objectives, staying on task and reaching consensus; soliciting participation, challenging ideas and summarizing accomplishments and planned actionsSpeaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focusedMonitoring the status and progress of projectsLeading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of othersPersuasion, negotiation, and communication of critical issuesDeveloping and giving presentationsExercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Transportation Engineer IVConstruction engineering policies and proceduresConstruction phasing and sequencingConstruction, operation and maintenance of traffic control devicesCritical Path Method for managing projectsContract development and oversightNegotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships; applying effective questioning and listening techniques to determine other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic mannerPublic 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 projectsDeveloping and giving presentationsMaintaining a safe and effective working relationship with othersCommunicate effectivelyExercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Transportation Engineer 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 fingersClose Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive readingClose Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/partsClose Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication partsVisual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipmentVisual 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.
: Engineering/Engr Support
: Full-time
: Regular
: Standard
: Non-Management
: Oct 1, 2026, 4:45:18 PM
: Oct 16, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
State Job Title/s: Engineer III/Engineer IV/Engineer V State Job Code/s: 2154/2155/2156
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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
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 .
