Transportation Engineer I, II, or III

Position Information
TxDOT's Tyler District is looking for a Transportation Engineer I, II, or III to support the Tyler Office with all operations related to maintenance and construction.
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Work Location: 15986 SH 155 South, Tyler, 75703
Salary Range:
Transportation Engineer I: (B24) $65,104 - $106,634
Transportation Engineer II: (B25) $69,572 - $114,099
Transportation Engineer III: (B26) $76,530 - $129,430
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right to determine the level of position offered based on business needs and the applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors.
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
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.
Transportation Engineer I : follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.
Transportation Engineer II : perform work independently on assignments; however all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor
Transportation Engineer III : 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:

• Assists in overseeing contracts, issuing work orders and monitoring construction schedules and contractor payments and job progress on construction projects.
• Conducts pre-construction meetings and public hearings.
• Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical
  support.
• Resolves differences between contractors and inspectors.
• Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Engineer II - all of the above and:

• Assists Area Engineers with construction contract administration matters.
• Oversees contracts, issues work orders and monitors construction schedules and contractor payments and job progress on construction projects.
• Performs complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Develops and/or reviews engineering related documents, correspondence, reports and remediation plans.
• Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.

Transportation Engineer III - all of the above and:

• Assesses and reports actual project progress versus planned progress to determine trends and variances for complex
  projects.
• Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for
  complex transportation projects.
• Negotiates fees, explains scope of work and monitors consultant design contracts.
• Testifies at condemnation hearings and trials.
• Trains engineering staff.

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
Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis . Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certification s:

• 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:

• Highway construction design applications
• Standards and specifications for bridges and other transportation structures
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Construction engineering policies and procedures
• Construction phasing and sequencing
• Bridge construction and evaluation methods, procedures and regulations
• Maintenance concepts, methods, policies and requirements
• Performing basic design and drafting
• Monitoring the status and progress of projects

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

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.