Transportation Engineer I or II

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.

Essential Duties

• Assists Project Managers related to resource assignments, schedules, scope, communication, quality, and/or procurement, while utilizing available resources and maintaining the agency's project objectives.
• Conducts pre‑construction meetings and public hearings.
• Drives to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.
• Serves as a lead worker and the related tasks.
• Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.
• Monitors contractors' compliance with plans and specifications.
• Resolves differences between contractors and inspectors.
• Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional duties for Transportation Engineer II include:

• Assists Area Engineers with construction contract administration matters.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related science; bachelor or higher accepted by TX PELS.

Transportation Engineer I Experience: 4 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience.

Transportation Engineer II Experience: 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.

Licenses and Certification

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Licensed Professional 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

• Considerable knowledge of highway construction design applications, construction engineering policies and procedures, applicable testing methods, processes and procedures, Critical Path Method for managing projects, cost estimating and cost controls.
• Proficient skill in public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external, monitoring the status and progress of projects, persuasion and negotiation of critical issues.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes.
• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection.
• 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, vibration, and hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals.
• Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation.
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device.
• Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause claustrophobia.
• Works in narrow aisles or passageways.
• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools.
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
• Medium 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 falling.
• Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist.
• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s).
• Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine.
• Crawling-moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing-prolonged periods of time.
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another.
• Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction.
• Pulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion.
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position.
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand.
• Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.
• Feeling-determining size, shape, temperature or texture of objects.
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words.
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication.
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading.
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts.
• Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts.
• Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills.
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
• Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures.

Conditions of Employment

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. 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.

Position Information

Do you thrive on variety in your workday? Enjoy connecting with both internal and external customers? The Nacogdoches Area Office—located in the heart of the Oldest Town in Texas—is looking for a Transportation Engineer who’s eager to learn, works well independently, and shines as part of a team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in a wide range of maintenance-related responsibilities, collaborate with great people, and make a meaningful impact in the community. If you’re ready to grow your engineering career in a supportive and dynamic environment, come be a part of our team!

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

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

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.

Benefits and Perks

• 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).

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.