Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans
- State of California
- West Sacramento, California
- Full Time
Area Construction Engineer / Senior Resident Engineer
Department of Transportation
JC-517702 - Area Construction Engineer / Senior Resident Engineer
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS
$11,437.00 - $14,315.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 6/6/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
Job Description and Duties
Under the direction of an Area Construction Manager, a Supervising Transportation Engineer. The incumbent acts as an Area Construction Engineer, supervising various classifications of engineers and support staff, which are administering construction projects throughout the Region, and may also be Resident Engineer on large or very complicated projects.
The Area Construction Engineer maintains liaison with Cities, Counties, Regional Agencies, Forest Service, Federal Highway Administration and others: conducts field reviews for contract compliance; understands the contract administration process; monitors the status of construction projects, and is responsible for efficiently constructing quality facilities within the designed cost, scope and schedule for delivery. Must be a professional licensed engineer. A valid drivers license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
PARF 03-26-0431 / JC-517702
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions.
You will find additional information about the job in the .
Working Conditions
This position is located at 2777 Del Monte St, West Sacramento, CA 95691, Yolo County
The incumbent will be subject to noise, odors, and dust; extreme weather conditions when on construction project sites; when working at the base office site, will be subject to a climate controlled environment; artificial lighting, etc. Must work with and about a variety of materials, construction and testing equipment.
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans's evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee's designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-517702
Position #(s):
...-XXX
Working Title: Area Construction Engineer / Senior Resident Engineer
Classification: SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS
$11,437.00 - $14,315.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: Yolo County
Telework: In Office
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment.
Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network.
The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.
Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov
Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant:
Director's EEO Policy:
Director's EEO Policy Statement:
Special Requirements
The position(s) require(s) a(n) PE License License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications will disqualify candidates from the hiring process
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed, no more than one page in length, and 12-point Arial font.
1. Demostrated ability to lead inspectors, resident engineers, office staff, and consultants involved in the administration of construction projects.
2. Describe your highway construction administration experience, mentioning a relevant project.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 6/6/2026
Department of Transportation
JC-517702 - Area Construction Engineer / Senior Resident Engineer
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS
$11,437.00 - $14,315.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 6/6/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
Job Description and Duties
Under the direction of an Area Construction Manager, a Supervising Transportation Engineer. The incumbent acts as an Area Construction Engineer, supervising various classifications of engineers and support staff, which are administering construction projects throughout the Region, and may also be Resident Engineer on large or very complicated projects.
The Area Construction Engineer maintains liaison with Cities, Counties, Regional Agencies, Forest Service, Federal Highway Administration and others: conducts field reviews for contract compliance; understands the contract administration process; monitors the status of construction projects, and is responsible for efficiently constructing quality facilities within the designed cost, scope and schedule for delivery. Must be a professional licensed engineer. A valid drivers license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
PARF 03-26-0431 / JC-517702
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions.
You will find additional information about the job in the .
Working Conditions
This position is located at 2777 Del Monte St, West Sacramento, CA 95691, Yolo County
The incumbent will be subject to noise, odors, and dust; extreme weather conditions when on construction project sites; when working at the base office site, will be subject to a climate controlled environment; artificial lighting, etc. Must work with and about a variety of materials, construction and testing equipment.
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans's evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee's designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-517702
Position #(s):
...-XXX
Working Title: Area Construction Engineer / Senior Resident Engineer
Classification: SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS
$11,437.00 - $14,315.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: Yolo County
Telework: In Office
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment.
Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network.
The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.
Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov
Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant:
Director's EEO Policy:
Director's EEO Policy Statement:
Special Requirements
The position(s) require(s) a(n) PE License License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications will disqualify candidates from the hiring process
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed, no more than one page in length, and 12-point Arial font.
1. Demostrated ability to lead inspectors, resident engineers, office staff, and consultants involved in the administration of construction projects.
2. Describe your highway construction administration experience, mentioning a relevant project.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 6/6/2026
Job ID: 522478227
Originally Posted on: 5/26/2026
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