Transportation Engineer I - V

Position Information

Are you ready to put your engineering expertise to work transforming Texas's transportation system? At the San Angelo Area Office we are looking for a passionate, innovative, and skilled Transportation Engineer to help us design, build, and maintain safe and efficient infrastructure in the San Angelo District. You'll tackle exciting challenges (such as assisting in managing over $250 Million in active roadway construction or providing real time engineering analysis in the field), collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, and directly impact the lives of Texans by improving mobility and connectivity in the 7-County San Angelo Area. In this position you will find that every location is a little different, from the rolling green terrain of Coke County to the flat, pump-jack filled energy corridor that is Reagan County. Join us in driving Texas forward-where your problem-solving abilities, commitment to excellence, and dedication to public service will help shape the future of transportation!

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/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZndGQGTh42s

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

Transportation Engineer IV (B27): $84,182 - $142,374 annually

Transportation Engineer V (B28): $92,600 - $156,612 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.

Transportation Engineer IV: 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.

Transportation Engineer V: 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, maintenance and/or research. 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

The essential duties for Transportation Engineer I include:

• Analyzes and recommends approval for modifications to highway maintenance contracts.
• Analyzes and recommends approval for use of consultants and/or facility contracts.
• Analyzes and reports on routine program funding change scenarios and their impact to individual project schedules
• Analyzes schedule trends, determines risks and supports management in evaluating options for corrective action for routine projects.
• Assesses and reports actual project progress versus planned progress to determine trends and variances for routine projects.
• Assists in overseeing construction project traffic control plans; periodically reviews traffic control devices with Area Engineers.
• Assists in overseeing contracts, issuing work orders and monitoring construction schedules and contractor payments and job progress on construction projects.
• Develops and/or reviews engineering related documents, correspondence, reports and remediation plans.
• Drives to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.
• Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
• Performs and coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions.
• Reviews change orders, supplemental agreements, memorandum agreements and extra work orders; reviews monthly and final estimates prior to submittal.
• Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for transportation projects.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

The essential duties for Transportation Engineer II include those listed above and:

• Assists Area Engineers with construction contract administration matters.
• Oversees construction project traffic control plans; periodically reviews traffic control devices with Area Engineers.
• Oversees contracts, issues work orders and monitors construction schedules and contractor payments and job progress on construction projects.
• Conducts pre-construction meetings and public hearings.

The essential duties for Transportation Engineer III include all those listed above and:

• Assesses and reports actual project progress versus planned progress to determine trends and variances for complex projects.
• Recommends practices and procedures for Critical Path Method scheduling, budgeting, resourcing and baseline management.
• Acts as consultant to staff engineers to coordinate construction operations.
• Performs data collection, evaluations, analyses, studies, inspections, forecasts, assessments, and/or plan development.

The essential duties for Transportation Engineer IV include all those listed above and:

• Analyzes and assists in the resolution of contract problems and disputes.
• Analyzes schedule trends, determines risks and recommends options to management for corrective action for highly complex projects.
• Coordinates and/or monitors consultant contracts related projects.
• Acts as consultant to staff engineers to coordinate construction operations.
• Leads/trains professional and administrative staff.
• Negotiates fees and budgets, develops and negotiates scopes of work, negotiates contract work schedules, and negotiates other contract agreements.

The essential duties for Transportation Engineer V include all those listed above and:

• Develops and supports implementation activities for new methods, procedures, and technologies.
• 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.

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

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

Transportation Engineer V - 8 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 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:

• Hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
• Industry guidelines, specifications and codes in the production and use of technical plans for the development and delivery of products and services
• Construction engineering policies and procedures
• Construction phasing and sequencing
• Pavement concepts, methods, policies and requirements
• Construction, operation and maintenance of traffic control devices
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Critical Path Method for managing projects
• Cost estimating and cost controls
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Monitoring the status and progress of projects
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise and vibration
• 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
• 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.