Transportation Engineer I, II, III - Austin

Transportation Engineer I: · Performs transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, transportation materials, quality monitoring, construction, transportation/traffic operations and/or maintenance. · Ensures comp ...

Job description

Transportation Engineer I:

Performs transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, transportation materials, quality monitoring, 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 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, transportation materials, quality monitoring, 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 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, transportation materials, quality monitoring, 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 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:
Inspects materials and calibrations according to Division and AASHTO standards.

Revises existing specifications and proposes updates to keep the section and division up to date with standards that benefit and enhance public safety and compliance.

Ensures compliance with AASHTO and division quality standards in the areas of coatings, calibration, and traffic materials.
Assists in overseeing contracts, issuing work orders and monitoring construction schedules and contractor payments and job progress on calibrations.
Assists Project Managers related to resource assignments, schedules, scope, communication, quality, and/or procurement.
Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.
Performs inspections, evaluations and analyses of calibrations and provides technical guidance to the division and districts.
Recommends, to the division and districts, the replacement, rehabilitation or repair of out of calibration equipment.

Reviews designs and tests performed in all areas of calibrations and details of designs prepared by other engineers and technicians.

Writes reports, specifications, and test procedures.

Coordinates with others to develop, monitor and update integrated project plans and schedules to ensure projects are executed in the most efficient manner possible.

Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Engineer II – Performs all of the above duties plus:

Schedules, assigns and oversees section activities
Serves as a primary help desk resource for routine technical and policy issues.
Negotiates fees, explains scope of work and monitors consultant contracts.
Acts in an advisory capacity on administrative, technical, regulatory and engineering aspects of transportation.

Transportation Engineer III - Performs all of the above duties plus:

Develops and/or reviews engineering related documents, correspondence, reports and remediation plans
May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks
Performs final review, prepares, evaluates and negotiates contracts with consultants for routine and non-routine assignments.
Develops short-term and long-term goals and coordinates planning activities and resources required to meet goals.

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.

Experience: 4 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

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


Licenses and Certifications:
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.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with contracts and project management, PEPS, laboratory and engineering operations and relevant safety guidelines.
Experience with APCM, quality monitoring programs, calibrations, and practicing audit-readiness.
PE licensed in areas of Control Systems, Industrial and Systems, and Mechanical.
Experience with MS Planner.


Competencies:

Transportation Engineer I:

Considerable knowledge of:
Materials design, specifications and applications
Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures


Proficient skill in:
Evaluating transportation research and development based on performance criteria and adaptability of materials, equipement, processes and innovations for safe, effective and efficient mobilization of people, product and services
Developing and giving presentations
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others


Other Attributes:

Initiates and supports quality management activities and performance management measures to provide the highest quality products and services that meet the needs and requirements of internal and external customers.

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

Transportation Engineer II:

Considerable knowledge of:
Pavement design and management processes and procedures
Pavement concepts, methods, policies and requirements
Pavement maintenance
Materials design, specifications and applications
Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures


Proficient skill in:
Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the ground focused
Evaluating products, equipement, and material
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others


Some skill in:
Facilitating groups using effective communication 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


Other Attributes:
Initiates and supports quality management activities and performance management measures to provide the highest quality products and services that meet the needs and requirements of internal and external customers


Transportation Engineer III:

Considerable knowledge of:
Developing and implementing programs
Risk management and contingency planning
Pavement concepts, methods, policies and requirements
Pavement maintenance
Materials design, specifications and applications
Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures


Expert skill in:
Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities
Evaluating transportation research and development based on performance criteria and adaptability of materials, equipment, processes and innovations for safe, effective and efficient mobilization of people, products and services


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


Expert skill in:
Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
Evaluating transportation research and development based on performance criteria and adaptability of materials, equipment, processes and innovations for safe, effective and efficient mobilization of people, products, and services


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

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:
Subject to noise
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids

Sedentary work:
Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
Close Visual Acuity- work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading


Conditions of Employment:
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

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 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.
Position Information

If you are a licensed Professional Engineer interested in instrumentation and calibrations, then let's talk As the engineer in coatings, calibrations, and traffic materials section of MTD, the successful candidate will be overseeing technical support and engineering/safety operations of the calibrations.

They will design, revise, and update departmental specifications and test procedures, and take part in proposing new processes needed to enhance calibrations efficiency and ensure public safety.

Through critical thinking and strategy, the engineer will streamline the efforts of the section across 25 districts and will serve as a planner for future projects.

By innovation and closely working along the section director, the engineer will play a critical part in making transportation plans and calibrations more reliable across the division and districts.

The work location is Lab Building, 6230 E Stassney Lane, Austin, TX 78744

Transportation Engineer I, B24, $65,104-$106,634

Transportation Engineer II, B25, $69,572-$114,099

Transportation Engineer III, B26, $76,530-$129,430

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 )

Job

Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Feb 23, 2026, 10:12:35 AM

State Job Title/s

Engineer II/III/IV

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

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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.

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Applicant Information

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information