Transportation Engineer II, III, IV - Victoria Area Office
- Texas Department of Transportation
- Victoria, Texas
- Full Time
Transportation Engineer II, III, IV - Victoria Area Office - (2403985)
Position Information
The Victoria Area Office is seeking a motivated individual to fill the position of the Transportation Engineer II, III, or IV. In this position you will gain valuable experience in project management, construction methods to build roadways, bridges, and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications, problem resolution on complex projects, contract administration, change order evaluations and dispute resolution. You will have the opportunity to oversee the planning, design and construction of multiple projects. This is a career building position with unlimited opportunities.
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.
Salary Range:
Transportation Engineer II: $69,572 - $114,099
Transportation Engineer III: $76,530 - $129,430
Transportation Engineer IV: $84,182 - $142,374
Minimum Salary: 69,572.00 Maximum Salary: 142,374.00
Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Locations: Victoria Area Engr/Maint Sect 11401 US 59 N Victoria 77905
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40
Location Flexibility: Onsite
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
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Assists in directing area office operations. Assists in managing and/or supervises employees involved in construction, design, maintenance, survey, laboratory activities and/or office operations. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Reports to the Area Engineer, who has full authority for approval of all work. May be required to be responsible for the operations of the area office in the absence of the Area Engineer. 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 II
Assists Area Engineers with construction contract administration matters.
Demonstrates and enforces the TxDOT Safety Culture at all times.
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.
Trains engineering staff
Analyzes and assists in the resolution of contract problems and disputes
Conducts pre-construction meetings
May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks
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
Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.
Assists in providing recommendations to the Motor Carrier Division for routing of overload vehicles.
Transportation Engineer III
In addition to the above duties
Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for complex transportation projects
Assesses and reports actual project progress versus planned progress to determine trends and variances for complex projects.
Performs data collection, evaluations, analyses, studies, inspections, forecasts, assessments, and/or plan development
Updates, reviews, monitors, and/or reviews requests for changes to plans, manuals and/or standard sheets.
Transportation Engineer IV
In addition to the above duties
Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
Conducts final inspections on completed construction projects
Assists in recommending major maintenance and betterment programs to the district staff.
Communicates and coordinates with local stakeholders and elected officials when projects impact their jurisdiction.
Works with governmental officials on behalf of the Area Engineer.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
Experience: Transp Engineer II= 5 years experience*; Transp Engineer III = 6 year experience*; Transp Engineer IV = 7 years experience*
Experience: 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*
Safety Impact Certification
If performing underwater bridge inspections: Must have Open Water Diver certification.
For Bridge Inspection: Must have completed a comprehensive training course based on the Bridge Inspector's Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within (1) year of date of hire.
*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:
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activites
Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities.
Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Communicating technical information effectively
Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
Communicate effectively
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Maintaining a safe working relationship
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
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.
Job: Engineering/Engr Support
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Non-Management
Job Posting: Nov 15, 2024, 2:03:19 PM Unposting Date: Ongoing
State Job Title/s: Engineer III, IV, V State Job Code/s: 2154, 2155, 2156
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
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.
Position Information
The Victoria Area Office is seeking a motivated individual to fill the position of the Transportation Engineer II, III, or IV. In this position you will gain valuable experience in project management, construction methods to build roadways, bridges, and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications, problem resolution on complex projects, contract administration, change order evaluations and dispute resolution. You will have the opportunity to oversee the planning, design and construction of multiple projects. This is a career building position with unlimited opportunities.
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.
Salary Range:
Transportation Engineer II: $69,572 - $114,099
Transportation Engineer III: $76,530 - $129,430
Transportation Engineer IV: $84,182 - $142,374
Minimum Salary: 69,572.00 Maximum Salary: 142,374.00
Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Locations: Victoria Area Engr/Maint Sect 11401 US 59 N Victoria 77905
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40
Location Flexibility: Onsite
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
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Assists in directing area office operations. Assists in managing and/or supervises employees involved in construction, design, maintenance, survey, laboratory activities and/or office operations. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Reports to the Area Engineer, who has full authority for approval of all work. May be required to be responsible for the operations of the area office in the absence of the Area Engineer. 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 II
Assists Area Engineers with construction contract administration matters.
Demonstrates and enforces the TxDOT Safety Culture at all times.
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.
Trains engineering staff
Analyzes and assists in the resolution of contract problems and disputes
Conducts pre-construction meetings
May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks
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
Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.
Assists in providing recommendations to the Motor Carrier Division for routing of overload vehicles.
Transportation Engineer III
In addition to the above duties
Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for complex transportation projects
Assesses and reports actual project progress versus planned progress to determine trends and variances for complex projects.
Performs data collection, evaluations, analyses, studies, inspections, forecasts, assessments, and/or plan development
Updates, reviews, monitors, and/or reviews requests for changes to plans, manuals and/or standard sheets.
Transportation Engineer IV
In addition to the above duties
Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
Conducts final inspections on completed construction projects
Assists in recommending major maintenance and betterment programs to the district staff.
Communicates and coordinates with local stakeholders and elected officials when projects impact their jurisdiction.
Works with governmental officials on behalf of the Area Engineer.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
Experience: Transp Engineer II= 5 years experience*; Transp Engineer III = 6 year experience*; Transp Engineer IV = 7 years experience*
Experience: 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*
Safety Impact Certification
If performing underwater bridge inspections: Must have Open Water Diver certification.
For Bridge Inspection: Must have completed a comprehensive training course based on the Bridge Inspector's Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within (1) year of date of hire.
*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:
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activites
Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities.
Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Communicating technical information effectively
Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
Communicate effectively
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Maintaining a safe working relationship
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
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.
Job: Engineering/Engr Support
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Non-Management
Job Posting: Nov 15, 2024, 2:03:19 PM Unposting Date: Ongoing
State Job Title/s: Engineer III, IV, V State Job Code/s: 2154, 2155, 2156
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
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.
Job ID: 474973800
Originally Posted on: 4/28/2025
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