Position Information
TxDOT’s Paris District is looking for a Transportation Engineer I, II, or III based in our Transportation, Planning and Development Department. We have a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career in a fast-growing area, let’s talk!
At TxDOT we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities such as state paid medical premiums, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance, and state pension plan. For a complete list of our total compensation package, please visit our Total Compensation website.
Work Location: Paris District Office, 1365 N Main St, Paris, TX 75460
This job opening is for one Transportation Engineer I, II, or III, depending on business need and applicant's qualifications.
Transportation Engineer I, B22, $51,614 - $84,479 yearly
Transportation Engineer II, B23, $55,184 - $90,393 yearly
Transportation Engineer III, B24, $59,004 - $96,720 yearly
Shift: First Shift
Overnight Travel: <25%
Military Occup Specialty Code
Transportation Engineer I
State Classification Code: 2152
State Classification Title: Engineering
Occupational Category: Engineering and Design
Transportation Engineer II
State Classification Code: 2153
State Classification Title: Engineer II
Occupational Category: Engineering and Design
Transportation Engineer III
State Classification Code: 2154
State Classification Title: Engineer III
Occupational Category: Engineering and Design
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
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MOS Codes
General 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 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 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 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.
Duties
Responsibilities for a Transportation Engineer I, II, or III
Assists with design, computer operations and plan preparation.
Interprets manuals and required guidelines for traffic operations.
Leads/Trains professional and administrative staff.
May serve as a lead worker.
Performs and coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions.
Performs data collection, analyses, forecasts and plan development.
Performs engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
Provides design engineering support for districts in project development.
Provides technical assistance in drainage design, resolution of drainage complaints, hydraulics evaluations and other hydrology matters.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities to qualify as a Transportation Engineer II or III
Performs complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
Assists with design, computer operations and plan preparation.
May serve as a lead worker.
Performs data collection, analyses, forecasts and plan development.
Provides design engineering support for districts in project development.
Provides technical assistance in drainage design, resolution of drainage complaints, hydraulics evaluations and other hydrology matters.
Additional Responsibilities to qualify as a Transportation Engineer III
Performs advanced and complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
Performs complex hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of structures over waterways and summarizes the analysis in report form
Develops and/or reviews engineering related documents, correspondence, reports and remediation plans.
May serve as a lead worker.
Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions.
Performs pavement designs and makes recommendations.
Trains engineering staff.
Competencies
Competencies for a Transportation Engineer I, II, or III
Communicate effectively
Hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities
Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long term deadlines
Leading, assigning, reviewing and monitoring the work of others
Maintaining a safe working relationship
Additional Competencies to qualify as a Transportation Engineer II and III
Program/project planning, development and management methodologies
Critical Path Method for managing projects
Additional Competencies to qualify as a Transportation Engineer III
Hydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design activities and principles
Pavement design and management processes and procedures
Construction phasing and sequencing
Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities
Facilitating 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 actions
Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long term deadline
Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Education
This job requires the following a Transportation Engineer I, Transportation Engineer II, or Transportation Engineer III:
Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering related discipline
Work Experience
Transportation Engineer I
4 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent
No supervisory experience required.
Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
Transportation Engineer II
5 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent
No supervisory experience required.
Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
Transportation Engineer III
6 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent
No supervisory experience required.
Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
Licenses and Certifications
The following Licenses and/or Certifications are required for a Transportation Engineer I, II, or III:
Valid Driver License at the time of hire
Licensed Prof Engineer
Safety Impact Certificate*
- Safety Impact Certificate is not required at the time of application. The Safety Impact Certificate will be issued by TxDOT at the time of hire.
Other Conditions:
Professional engineers licensed in another state, 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.
This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Conditions of Employment
Standards of Employment
Additional conditions for a Transportation Engineer I, II, or III:
Safety Impact certifications are not required at the time of application. As required, the Safety Impact certification will be issued by TxDOT at the time of hire.
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for commercial driver, safety impact and vessel crewmember positions. Commercial drivers, safety impact employees and vessel crewmembers will be subject to additional drug and alcohol testing during employment.
Required to work weekends and holidays.
Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours.
Physical Requirements for Transportation Engineer I, II, or III
Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Remarks
You must complete the online State of Texas application to include work experience, education and all information necessary. Your online application and additional information on your resume, if provided, will be reviewed to determine if you meet minimum requirements for the position.
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.
Applicant Information
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace.
Applicant Information
NOTE: All Job Postings will expire at 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on the Posting Close Date.