Transportation Engineer I-III

Position Information

Are you an Engineer seeking the perfect blend of challenging projects, great work-life balance, and unbeatable benefits? Look no further! TxDOT's San Angelo District is looking for a talented Transportation Engineer to join our team. This position will have the unique opportunity to assist in overseeing the District's 15-county maintenance program, assisting in project development to supplement our growing infrastructure needs, and help optimize the District's pavement preservation program. TxDOT offers a rewarding combination of professional challenges, teamwork, outstanding training programs, opportunity for growth and advancement, and work/life balance. Come be part of our team, apply now.

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

San Angelo is a vibrant city on the banks of the Concho River with a population of 100,000, yet still maintains a friendly small-town atmosphere. To learn more about the community and what it has to offer, check out these links:

https://www.discoversanangelo.com/

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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.

Transportation Engineer I (B24): $65,104 - $106,634 annually

Transportation Engineer II (B25): $69,572 - $114,099 annually

Transportation Engineer III (B26): $76,530 - $129,430 annually

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)

Position Description

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/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.

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/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..

Transportation Engineer III: 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.

Essential Duties

Transportation Engineer I job duties include:

• Assists in the development, preparation and letting of maintenance contracts for the district.
• Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.
• Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
• Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions.
• Performs engineering analysis of statewide pavement conditions and develops reports on pavement conditions.
• Performs engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Provides assistance in preparing reports on pavement conditions.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Engineer II & III job duties include those listed above and:

• Acts as a consultant to supervisors of special maintenance crews
• Assists in developing and/or monitoring budgets.
• Assists in providing recommendations to the Motor Carrier Division for routing of overload vehicles.
• Coordinates maintenance matters with Area Engineers.
• Coordinates with Area Engineers and reviews area office contract submissions.
• Performs data collection, analyses, forecasts and plan development.
• Performs engineering analysis of statewide pavement conditions and develops reports on pavement conditions.
• 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.

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*; Transportation Engineer II: 5 years*; Transportation Engineer III: 6 years*

*Experience must be in engineering, transportation engineering, or engineering-related (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

Transportation Engineer I competencies include:

• Highway construction design applications
• Pavement maintenance
• Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
• Cost estimating and cost controls
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
• Performing basic design and drafting
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Transportation Engineer II & III competencies include those listed above and:

• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Maintenance concepts, methods, policies and requirements
• Contract development and oversight

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and above 100 degrees for more that one hour
• Required to wear protective gear - respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Balancing - walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• Crouching - bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
• Standing - prolonged periods of time
• Walking - moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Fingering - picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing - perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Visual Acuity - operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment

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.
• Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours.
• Required to work weekends and holidays.
• Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.