Transportation Engineer III, IV - Bridge Division

Transportation Engineer III, IV - Bridge Division - (2501674)

Position Information

TxDOT's Bridge Division is looking for a Project Development Project Manager. This engineer will be part of a team of project managers and who manage the Bridge Rehabilitation and Bridge Replacement Funding Program. This program focuses on planned and programmatic bridge preservation, rehabilitation, and replacement projects. Texas' inventory of over 57,000 bridges is 28,000 more than any other state and, more than the combined inventories of 17 states. For more information, visit our page on the Texas Bridge Program. If you are looking for a career as part of a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide and you have the technical and leadership skills to help manage bridge projects aimed at improving the condition of the largest bridge program in the country, 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 that include, flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits. For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website. This position is based at our state-of-the-art headquarters in South Austin. Check out our facility and amenities at the Stassney Campus Preview (https:// www.youtube.com/ watch ?v=u42vEZacDgA)

Minimum Salary: 76,530.00 Maximum Salary: 120,000.00

Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Locations: Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

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

Position Description

This position utilizes bridge condition data and works with District and Division personnel to identify candidate, bridge projects for replacement, major rehabilitation, or preventative maintenance. Then works with districts, consultants, and in-house design staff to plan and develop bridge projects to improve bridge conditions. 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.

Essential Duties:

Transportation Engineer III- B26 $76,530 - $112,000

Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for complex transportation projects.

Assists in developing and/or monitoring budgets.

Interprets the Utility Accommodation Policy

Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.

Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions.

Provides assistance and technical support to districts, divisions and the FHWA in matters concerning bridge maintenance.

Recommends bridge replacement, bridge rehabilitation and repair of damaged bridges.

Reviews change orders, supplemental agreements, memorandum agreements and extra work orders; reviews monthly and final estimates prior to submittal.

Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Engineer IV- B27 $84,182 - $120,000

Monitors contract performance, evaluates contract deliverables, reviews billing documentation, monitors the consultant's compliance with the terms of the contract, and/or prepares and delivers a written evaluation of the consultant's performance.

Recommends prioritization of bridge replacement, bridge rehabilitation and repair of damaged bridges.

Acts in an advisory capacity on administrative, technical, regulatory and engineering aspects of transportation.

Coordinates and/or monitors assigned projects/programs/plans.

Interprets the Utility Accommodation Policy.

Makes presentations and represents TxDOT

Negotiates agreements with bordering states, Mexico and the International Boundary Water Commission.

Reviews change orders, supplemental agreements, memorandum agreements and extra work orders; reviews monthly and final estimates prior to submittal.

Trains engineering staff.

Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS (Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis).

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

(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 Certificate

*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:

Transportation Engineer III

Considerable knowledge of Developing and implementing programs

Program/project planning, development, and management methodologies

Expert skill in applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities

Proficient skill in 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

Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area

Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

Monitoring the status and progress of projects

Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Transportation Engineer IV

All of the above including:

Considerable knowledge of structural engineering terminology, principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory

Expert skill in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks

Proficient skill in Coordinating and directing multiple projects

Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused

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

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

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

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.

Job: Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Job Type: Standard

Job Level: Non-Management

Job Posting: Jun 18, 2025, 9:51:36 AM Unposting Date: Ongoing

State Job Title/s: Engineer IV, Engineer V State Job Code/s: 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.